CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles. The left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in retention pin failure and separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm.
- Risk
- Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-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.
What this recall means for you
Some front lower control arms may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut. Over time, this can lead to failure of the retention pin, allowing the ball joint to separate from the lower control arm while the vehicle is moving.
If the ball joint separates while driving, the vehicle can lose control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
An authorized Subaru dealer will inspect the lower control arm and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. You can also contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 (recall WRJ-23), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Ascent | 2023 |
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