2022 Subaru Ascent Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Subaru Ascent.

20212023
Complaints
72
per 10K Sold
11.3
US Sales
63,704
Crashes
12
Fires
4
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2022 Subaru Ascent Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#112 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#210 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:2,076 mi
#37 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Subaru Ascent.

Transmission / Drivetrain
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,076
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other/I Am Not Sure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Subaru Ascent

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~271,694 vehicles.

22V907000Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash
~271,694 affected

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.

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2022 Subaru Ascent — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Subaru Ascent has 72 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Subaru Ascent?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (12 complaints); Brakes (10 complaints, avg 2,076 mi); Wipers & Visibility (7 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Subaru Ascent?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 2,076 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Subaru Ascent?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Subaru Ascent include 12 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Subaru Ascent have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 271,694 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Subaru Ascent?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Subaru Ascent reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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