2020 Subaru Ascent recalls

5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

26V436000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Equipment recallThese vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label.EquipmentFree repair541KunitsJul 722V907000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly…Park outsideElectricalFree replacement272KunitsDec 202221V955000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallA programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely…Engine & powertrainFree software update198KunitsDec 202121V954000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Steering recallDue to an incorrect tapered hole in the housing, the front tie rod ends may not fit properly.Steering & suspensionFree replacement1,305unitsDec 202121V587000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.Fuel systemFree replacement176KunitsJul 2021