2020 Subaru Ascent recall: tie rod assembly
Subaru Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 9, 2021. It covers about 1,305 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,305
- reported
- Dec 9, 2021
- owners notified
- Feb 7, 2022
- related complaints
- 2
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020 Ascent vehicles. Due to an incorrect tapered hole in the housing, the front tie rod ends may not fit properly. The improper fit can result in the tie rods and housings being deformed during assembly and service replacement if excessive torque is applied.
- Risk
- The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-21.
Recall number 21V954000
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Ascent 2020 2020
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 21V954000
Is there a recall on the 2020 Subaru Ascent tie rod assembly?
Yes. Recall 21V954000, reported on December 9, 2021, covers about 1,305 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V954000?
Dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-21.
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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