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2023 Subaru AscentProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 47 owner complaints about the 2023 Subaru Ascent, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-647 the manufacturer reports only 90% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Subaru Ascent has problems
47 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
7Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
6Visibility/wiper
5Tires
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Vehicle speed control
3Equipment
3Power train
3Engine
149 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 10 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2 |
| Equipment | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| 9 other systems | 14 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 Subaru Ascent recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Tires
Risk. A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Subaru.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Ascent year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ascent median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Subaru Ascent safety ratings
2023 Subaru Ascent SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Ascent owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am reporting two issues with my vehicle that I believe require further attention and repair assistance. I am requesting that both issues be properly repaired without any charges to me. There are no warning lights, error messages, or other dashboard warnings related to either issue. However, both…
2023 Subaru Ascent, under manufacturer basic warranty. Factory OEM battery has repeatedly failed. Voltage drops below 11.5V in normal use. Three documented failures in six weeks. SAFETY INCIDENT: Vehicle died on a public street and became completely immobilized. Brake warning light activated.…
I am filing a formal complaint against Subaru of America regarding a safety defect in my 2023 Subaru Ascent (VIN: [XXX] ) and their failure to honor warranty and recall obligations. Subaru issued recall TSB 06-92-24 to address front brake vibration by replacing rotors and pads with upgraded parts.…
Own a 2023 Ascent?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.