CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, possibly resulting in the front portion of the driveshaft disconnecting.
- Risk
- If the front end of the driveshaft separates, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft assembly, including the center support brace, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUI-94.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some of these vehicles may have center support bolts for the driveshaft that loosen over time. If the bolts loosen, the front portion of the driveshaft can disconnect, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the driveshaft assembly, including the center support brace, at no cost to you. Subaru will notify affected owners directly, and you can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 and reference recall WUI-94. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your car is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Ascent | 2019 |
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