2019 Subaru Ascent recall: roof and pillars
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 2, 2018. It covers about 293 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 293
- reported
- Aug 2, 2018
- owners notified
- Jul 31, 2018
- related complaints
- 12
Structure: body: roof and pillars
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
Recall number 18V508000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Ascent 2019 2019
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 18V508000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Subaru Ascent roof and pillars?
Yes. Recall 18V508000, reported on August 2, 2018, covers about 293 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V508000?
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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