Tire Related Problems of the 2019 Subaru Ascent

Table 1 shows two common tire related problems of the 2019 Subaru Ascent.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Subaru Ascent

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
1
Tire Pressure Monitoring System problems
1

Tire problem #1

2 tires are showing cracks. The tires are losing their threads and it appears that the tires will blow up or tear open as I continue drive the vehicle.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System problem #2

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the hood was flapping up and down. The contact was concerned that the hood might release and crash into the front windshield. The brake pedal was depressed but was slow to respond. The tpms warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the interior lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the same dealer for routine maintenance, and the brake fluid and coolant were not topped off. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.


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