NHTSA Campaign Id 23V392000; Date: Jun. 1, 2023
ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Subaru Ascent
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 5
subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2023 ascent vehicles. the left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in retention pin failure and separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm.
dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023. owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wrj-23.
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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