2023 Subaru Ascent: Tires recall
NHTSA campaign 23V258000 · 4,409 units potentially affected · filed Apr 7, 2023
What's wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles equipped with 20-inch wheels. The internal tire bead may have been damaged during the wheel mounting process.
Why it matters
A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-23.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V258000
- Manufacturer no.
- WRH-23
- Manufacturer
- Subaru OF America, Inc.
- Component
- TIRES
- Units affected
- 4,409
- Report received
- Apr 7, 2023
- Owner letters
- May 5, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Subaru Ascent 2023