NHTSA : 21V954000🔴 ⚠️ High severity
Campaign Details
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence / Hazard
The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Proposed Solution
Dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-21.
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🚗 Affected Vehicles1
All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.