Suspension Problems of Subaru Ascent

Subaru Ascent owners have reported 19 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension coil spring (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Subaru Ascent


Recently reported Suspension problems of Subaru Ascent

The Suspension problem

Car is making loud noises while going over uneven roads. Only have 64,000 miles on it and I need to replace the struts.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

We took our 2019 Ascent in because we were hearing some weird noises coming from the front end roughly 5000 miles. Upon further inspection the Subaru dealership informed us that there was an issue with the steering rack.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

New 2020 Subaru Ascent limited. Heard clunking or weird sound from front suspension/struts on bumpy road or potholes.   Read details...

The Strut Failure problem

Within my first two weeks (200-300 miles) of owning the vehicle I was told by stevens creek Subaru that the car was not safe to drive and here we are again. Another failed strut. So by deduction, it's unsafe to drive but that hasn't stopped Subaru from putting me back in it, fully aware that the   Read details...




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