Subaru Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V907000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V907000 by Subaru Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2019-2022 ascent vehicles Includes 271,694 affected units, Improperly Fastened Ground Bolts May Cause Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019-2022 ascent vehicles

Defect Summary

Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 ascent vehicles. the ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the positive temperature coefficient (ptc) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. an owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "off" position. dealers will replace the ptc heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 6, 2023. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wrl-22.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V907000
Report Received Date: 2022-12-08T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly fastened ground bolts may cause fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 271,694

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WRL-22
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 ascent vehicles. the ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the positive temperature coefficient (ptc) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
Consequence Summary: A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. an owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "off" position. dealers will replace the ptc heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 6, 2023. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wrl-22.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: Yes
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.94

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NHTSA ID: 22V907000
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Created At: 1742808662
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