2022 SUBARU Ascent

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

1RecallsNHTSA Verified46ComplaintsNHTSA Data0InvestigationsNHTSA Data
Expert Verdict
โœ“Good Reliability

This 2022 model shows good reliability, primarily driven by a below-average recall rate for the SUBARU brand.

Key Factor:below-average recall rate

๐Ÿ“‹Why This Matters

Understanding recall history helps predict future ownership costs. Each unaddressed issue represents potential repair expenses.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Focus Area:general reliability
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Warning
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    Vs Brand: Better than avg (1.3)
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    Summary:
Critical Component: Warning

Safety & Reliability Score

90/100
Excellent

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-8
Complaint Impact-2.3
Investigation Impact-0

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2022 SUBARU Ascent

Model Year2022
MakeSUBARU
ModelAscent
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

Jan22
NEWProduction
May22
ISSUEFirst Report
Aug22
RECALLRecall Issued

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

9 complaints (20% of total)
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Complaint Trend

Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 46 consumer complaints by severity level.

๐ŸŸ High
3(7%)
๐ŸŸกMedium
9(20%)
๐ŸŸขLow
34(74%)

Mileage Failure Analysis

โš™๏ธEngineering Insight

Based on consumer reports, issues for this vehicle tend to peak around the 0-20k mileage range. The average reported failure mileage is 14,942 miles.

๐Ÿ“Š Mileage data extracted from 18 of 46 complaints (39% coverage)
0-20k
12 reports (67%)
20k-40k
6 reports (33%)
40k-60k
0 reports (0%)
60k-80k
0 reports (0%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ DIY Diagnosis Center

Experiencing an issue? Select a symptom to find official manufacturer solutions (TSBs).

Primary Risk Areas

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Official Safety Recalls (1)

Campaign: 22V907000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

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

A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Additional 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.

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

NHTSA Investigations

0 investigations
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No active investigations for this vehicle.

Consumer Complaints

46 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Ascent.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Warning20%
Crack15%
Acceleration Issues15%
Accident7%
Burn7%
Brakes๐Ÿ”ต Low
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving 30 -35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped and resumed driving repeatedly. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond as intended, causing the braking distance to be extended. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where an unknown diagnosis and repair were completed. Additionally, the contact stated that the same dealer had previously repaired the brakes under warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to retrieve the vehicle from the dealer even though the contact had safety concerns. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000. The VIN was not available.

Jul 31, 2025Under Review
Visibility๐Ÿ”ต Low
VISIBILITY/WIPER

The front panel of the moonroof cracked from the inside without any impact or clear cause. I brought the vehicle to my local Subaru dealer, Troncalli, for inspection, but they were unable to determine why it happened. I purchased this vehicle for my wife and kids, and now thereโ€™s a cracked piece of glass directly above their heads. After doing some research, I found that this appears to be a common issue, often attributed to temperature fluctuations or body flexing. It seems Subaru used the same thin glass on the moonroof panels as they do on their windshields, which seems to be the problem. The vehicle is only three years old, yet Subaru has declined to cover the damage. I am hesitant to pay out of pocket to replace the panel, knowing the issue still exists on newer models, including the 2025s. My concern is that even after repair, it could easily happen again.

Jul 9, 2025Under Review
Engine/Powertrain๐Ÿ”ต Low
ENGINE

camshaft carrier oil leakage need to be reseal. there was oil leakage at 36,000 miles and dealer fixed it under warranty. now at 80,000 it is doing it again.

May 5, 2025Under Review
Engine/Powertrain๐Ÿ”ถ Medium
POWER TRAIN

Transmission slipping when vehicle is cold in the morning, got into a busy street and car wouldnt move due to transmission slipping and almost got into a collision due to transmission slipping and car not moving. I was able to recreate the problem the very next day. My driveway is at an incline, the only movement on car out of my driveway is due to gravity downhill on my driveway. Issue has been present since vehicle was purchased, dealer is never able to recreate the problem. I have a video of the car while transmission is slipping and not moving.

Mar 6, 2025Under Review
Safety Systems๐Ÿ”ถ Medium
AIR BAGS

I hit a car that went through a red light. Despite hitting him squarely, and my front end bending, the airbags did not deploy

Mar 3, 2025Under Review
Other๐Ÿ”ถ Medium
Other/I am not sure

Were in a car accident of a speed of 32 MPH. Were told we would have to get rid of the carseat due to a hard wreck.

Feb 15, 2025Under Review
Safety Systems๐Ÿ”ถ Medium
AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Air Bags did not deploy going at 32 MPH and during a head on front collision.

Feb 15, 2025Under Review
Engine/Powertrainโš ๏ธ High
AIR BAGS,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I was in a front end collision with a deer. Upon impact there was heavy damage to my front end and smoke coming from my engine bay. Within minutes a fire started and only a couple minutes later the entire car was engulfed. No airbags deployed during the accident, there was no collision detected by smartlink and I wasn't even notified of any issues by starlink until the car was completely burnt down and getting doused in water. It is the middle of winter and I couldn't begin to imagine how horrible that would've been had I needed to remove my 3 children from their car seats or if I would've smacked my head and passed out. I was very lucky to walk away unharmed, but many valuables were lost in my car from this.

Jan 9, 2025Resolved
Engine/Powertrain๐Ÿ”ต Low
POWER TRAIN

At approximately 10000 miles the drive train (transmission) developed a shuddering while driving. This occurs at any speed but more frequently at 45-60 MPH. The frequency of this problem has increased with the vehicle which now has 45202 miles. It is now occurring periodically at acceleration from a complete stop. The problem has been reported to the dealer at every service. It was evaluated by the service department for a 4-day period in which they could not duplicate the problem. However, they only drove the vehicle 20.2 miles during this evaluation. It is unknown if this may lead to a safety issue, but it produces a very uncomfortable driving experience and distraction while driving. There is no warning lamp associated with this problem at this time.

Sep 30, 2024Resolved
Engine/Powertrain๐Ÿ”ต Low
ENGINE

Stopped car turned car off, smoke started to come from under the hood on right side. Turned car on and โ€œlow oilโ€ came on, turned car off and exited car. The smell of oil was noted and a light white colored smoke was continuing to rise from under hood. Proceeded to call dealership for advice

Aug 18, 2024Resolved

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2022 SUBARU Ascent?

Yes, the 2022 SUBARU Ascent has 1 recorded recall from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH.

Is the 2022 SUBARU Ascent safe to drive?

The 2022 SUBARU Ascent has 1 recall. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2022 SUBARU Ascent has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local SUBARU dealer.

๐Ÿ“ŠYear-over-Year Context

โžก๏ธStable Pattern

Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.

๐ŸŽฏRisk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

1

Electrical system

Issue: presents fire risk under certain conditions

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm electrical system recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all electrical system recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:22V907000
๐Ÿ’กVisit NHTSA.gov or contact your SUBARU dealer to verify recall completion status.

๐ŸงญWhat This Means for You

Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Verify all 1 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your SUBARU dealer.
  • If any recalls are open, schedule service immediatelyโ€”recall repairs are always free.
  • Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request the VIN before purchase and verify recall status at NHTSA.gov.
  • This model year shows favorable reliability metrics compared to alternatives.
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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: January 10, 2026.