Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V954000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V954000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2020 ascent vehicles Includes 1,305 affected units, Tie Rods May Separate, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2020 ascent vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V954000

Manufacturer: Subaru Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2021-12-09T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rods may separate

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 1,305

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WRL-21

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

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

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 96.09

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NHTSA ID: 21V954000

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