Major Problems with Subaru Ascent - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Subaru Ascent model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2019, for instance, is the worst year for the Ascent. Older Ascent vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Subaru Ascent problems by years

Worst Subaru Ascent Problems

AIR BAGS
2019 Subaru Ascent January 4, 2020 Victims: 2 Mileage: 17500 miles

I was rear-ended really bad at 35+ speed of responsible party, while i was at full stop. impact totaled my vehicle, but the airbag did not deploy. subsequently, i hit a steering wheel with my forehead and suffered only a concussion, luckily.

BODY
2019 Subaru Ascent November 22, 2019 Victims: 1 Mileage: 21300 miles

Traveling on highway at 70 mph when a deer jumped in front of our car and we hit it with the front end of the vehicle crushing the front end. all air bags immediately deployed and the front end began smoking profusely. within minutes of getting out of the vehicle it burst into flames and the entire vehicle burned up. concerned that these vehicles will burst into flames during a front end collision at high speeds.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
2019 Subaru Ascent November 3, 2018 Mileage: 600 miles

Have had electrical (radio/bluetooth) issues since 2 weeks after taking poccession. been in for repair 4 times . no resolve loose steering is a big safety concern. while driving vehicle at an approx.speed of 65 mph in windy conditions on nov.3 2018 garden state pkwy the wind encapsulated the vehicle causing inability to control. vehicle moved relentlessly side to side making a white knuckle experience. side window lane departure lights were almost on constantly. felt like the wind was lifting car from ground. had to pull into 2 rest stops as stress of trying to control vehicle was ...

What is the most common problem with Subaru Ascent?

Overall the worst problem with Subaru Ascent relates to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Ascent years that are prone to issues with these components.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21 POWER TRAIN 17 ENGINE 14 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 9 SERVICE BRAKES 9 VISIBILITY/WIPER 7 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7 SUSPENSION 4 STEERING 3 BODY 2 AIR BAGS 2 WHEELS 2 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 2 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 SEAT BELTS 1 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 1 AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Subaru Ascent common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.

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