2022 Subaru Ascent recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 2
Park-it warnings: 1
Complaints: 56
Latest campaign: Jul 7, 2026

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment	1	–	Jul 7, 2026	26V436000
Electrical system	1	1	Dec 8, 2022	22V907000

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

1Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 7, 2026Latest campaign


Jul 7, 202626V436000	Equipment: other labels An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V436000 What's wrong Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims." Risk An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26. Campaign NHTSA 26V436000 · Jul 7, 2026
Dec 8, 202222V907000	Electrical system: wiring interior/under dash A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 22V907000 What's wrong Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components. Risk A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire. Remedy Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "Off" position. Dealers will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-22. Campaign NHTSA 22V907000 · Dec 8, 2022

Jul 7, 202626V436000

Equipment: other labels

An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V436000

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Risk: An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Campaign: NHTSA 26V436000 · Jul 7, 2026

Dec 8, 202222V907000

Electrical system: wiring interior/under dash

A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.

Park outside, away from structures

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V907000

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
Risk: A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "Off" position. Dealers will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-22.
Campaign: NHTSA 22V907000 · Dec 8, 2022

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component56

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56Complaints filed

6Involving a crash

2Involving a fire

6Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	14	25	0	0	0
Service brakes	11	20	0	0	0
Engine	9	16	1	1	0
Visibility/wiper	7	13	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	6	11	2	0	3
Unknown or other	6	11	1	1	0
Electrical system	4	7	0	0	0
Air bags	4	7	3	1	3
Fuel/propulsion system	4	7	1	1	0
Lane departure	3	5	0	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	2	4	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	1	2	0	0	0
Steering	1	2	0	0	0
Seats	1	2	0	0	0
Hydraulic	1	2	0	0	0

4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“My vehicle will abruptly break coming to a complete stop if a vehicle behind me approaches too quickly or gets too close to my vehicle.”
Filed 10/09/2026 · ODI 11770198
Engine
“The front exhaust pipe on my 2022 Subaru Ascent cracked at approximately 77,800 miles. The component is available for inspection.”
Filed 06/25/2026 · ODI 11746584
Steering
“The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated.”
Filed 06/24/2026 · ODI 11746149

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2022 Subaru Ascent recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Subaru Ascent have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Subaru Ascent. The most recent, 26V436000 (reported July 7, 2026), concerns equipment. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Subaru Ascent?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 14 complaints out of 56 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Subaru Ascent?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Subaru dealer.

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