Recall 23V392000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Report Date
20230601
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2023 SUBARU ASCENT

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.