Body: roof and pillarsRecall 18V-508 · 2019 Subaru Ascent
Subaru of America, Inc. recall 18V-508 covers 293 2019 Subaru Ascent for a body: roof and pillars problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V508000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 16, 2018 to July 25, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.