Subaru Ascent owners have reported 15 vehicle speed control related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common vehicle speed control problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's vehicle speed control (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's accelerator pedal (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Cruise Control problems |
In 2024, 2025, and 2026, I have had 2 incidents in each year where the cruise control is set to 60 to 65 mph and the cruise control then accelerates the car past 100 mph. When this occurs, tapping the break does not disengage the cruise control. Read details...
The contact owns a 2026 Subaru accent. The contact stated that there was a failure related to the brake pedal design. The contact stated that there was an approximate one-inch difference in spacing between the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal in previous model vehicles. Read details...
Vehicle eyesight safety system (adapative cruise control), lane departure and anti collision systems deactivated while driving. Vehicle backup camera failed while in reverse. Read details...