2019 Subaru Ascent | 2020 Subaru Ascent | 2021 Subaru Ascent | 2022 Subaru Ascent — Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash
Published December 9, 2022 · Recall initiated: December 8, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V907000, published December 9, 2022 and initiated December 8, 2022. Recalling firm: Subaru of America, Inc.; 2019 Subaru Ascent | 2020 Subaru Ascent | 2021 Subaru Ascent | 2022 Subaru Ascent — Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUBARU
- Model
- ASCENT
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 SUBARU ASCENT | 2020 SUBARU ASCENT | 2021 SUBARU ASCENT | 2022 SUBARU ASCENT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Subaru Ascent | 2020 Subaru Ascent | 2021 Subaru Ascent | 2022 Subaru Ascent — Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V907000 on December 9, 2022. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUBARU. Model: ASCENT.