2020 Subaru Ascent electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 101 complaints for the 2020 Subaru Ascent, 25% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 101 25% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 6,000 miles 52 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 51 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 0 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 0 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 52 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 6,000 miles, and 100% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
Reporting a serious incident with my 2020 Subaru Ascent at 21k miles. On October 16th, a burning plastic smell and white smoke from the floorboard forced an immediate stop; I had to call the fire department for safety. The vehicle's battery has been replaced thrice, and the radio system frequently resets. Despite a Subaru recall fix in February meant to prevent such issues, the problem persists, raising major safety concerns.
The audio for all functions and radio stopped working. It was working, parked it for 1.5 hours in garage, started vehicle and no audio. Stopped and restarted the car still no audio. Followed manufacturer's instructions to reset the audio/navigation system and still no audio. Let it sit overnight and it still doesn't have any audio. Trying to get an appointment at the dealership.
Other problems reported for the 2020 Subaru Ascent
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 60 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 58 complaints
- Engine 30 complaints
- Brakes 26 complaints
- Forward collision avoidance 18 complaints