NHTSA Campaign Id 21V954000; Date: Dec. 9, 2021
the tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Subaru Ascent
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,305
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.
dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 7, 2022. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wrl-21.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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