Worst 2020 Subaru Ascent Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Wipers & Visibility
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Subaru Ascent.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 100 | — | 1 | 7,017 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 51 | — | — | 22,352 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 49 | — | — | 7,622 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 28 | 1 | — | 19,521 mi | |
| Brakes | 24 | 1 | — | 7,075 mi | |
| Fuel System | 13 | 1 | — | 2,067 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 11 | — | — | 16,273 mi | |
| Body Structure | 9 | — | — | 5,433 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 7 | 3 | — | 9,750 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 300 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 5 | — | — | 1,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 4 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tether, Lower Anchor (On Car Seat Or Vehicle) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2020 Subaru Ascent
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~647,222 vehicles.
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.
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.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2020 Legacy and Outback vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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2020 Subaru Ascent — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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