Structure Problems of Subaru Ascent

Subaru Ascent owners have reported 30 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Subaru Ascent

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
25
Structure problems
4
Hood problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Subaru Ascent

The Body problem

Water intrusion occurred inside the vehicle, resulting in extensive mold contamination throughout the interior, including the seats, front and rear carpets, and a child’s car seat. The source of the water intrusion has not been identified.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Ascent . The contact stated that while driving at 35mph, the strut's got hit real hard which caused the vehicle to shake the dashboard. No warning lights as illuminated. The vehicle taken to the dealer where they could not diagnose the failure and would not take apart   Read details...

The Hood problem

The hood acts like it is going to come loose whenever I : 1> meet a semi-truck on a two lane road. 2> if following a truck on interstate. 3> driving when windy. The flex in hood is very unnerving for fear it is going to blow off when in traffic.   Read details...




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