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Subaru Ascent Recall 23V258: Tire Bead May Be Damaged, Risking Sudden Air Loss

NHTSA campaign 23V258, reported April 7, 2023, 4,409 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2023 vehicles with 20-inch wheels may have a tire whose internal bead was damaged during the wheel mounting process. The damaged tire can lose air pressure suddenly, which raises the risk of a crash.

If your vehicle is affected, dealers will replace all four tires at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed on June 6, 2023. You can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, and you should check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V258Subaru of America, Inc.
Component
TIRES
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles equipped with 20-inch wheels. The internal tire bead may have been damaged during the wheel mounting process.
Risk
A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-23.
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.

Affected vehicles

Subaru Ascent2023