NHTSA recall record

Ascent tie rod recall — NHTSA campaign 21V954000

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…

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21V954000official record ID
Dec 9, 2021report date

Recall record at a glance

Official record21V954000
CategoryVehicle Recalls
Recalling firmSubaru of America, Inc.
ComponentSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Report dateDec 9, 2021
LocationUnited States

What the recall covers

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.

Potential consequence

The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy described by NHTSA

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.

Vehicle pages currently linked in our database

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Additional NHTSA notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

What to do next

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