Recall 23V-647
Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2023 Subaru Ascent and 3 other models: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-647
- Reported
- September 21, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 4,311 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
The risk
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Subaru Ascent 2023
- Subaru Impreza 2023
- Subaru Legacy 2023
- Subaru Outback 2023