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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V855000

2019 Subaru Ascent — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Published December 3, 2019 · Recall initiated: December 2, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V855000, published December 3, 2019 and initiated December 2, 2019. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2019 Subaru Ascent — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

What's the hazard

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.

What to do

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit. The hydraulic sensor harness will be replaced on vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes. In addition, any vehicle confirmed to have experienced low drive chain tension will have the transmission assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUV-07.

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Recall details

Brand
SUBARU
Model
ASCENT
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Lot
2019 SUBARU ASCENT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Subaru Ascent — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V855000 on December 3, 2019. Reported hazard: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.

What should I do if I have this product?

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit. The hydraulic sensor harness will be replaced on vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes. In addition, any vehicle confirmed to have experienced low drive chain tension will have the transmission assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUV-07.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: ASCENT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)