Repair cost
$0–$200
DIY difficulty
1 / 5
Severity
Major
Costly to ignore — plan a fix within weeks
Affected
2019-2020
Side mirrors
What goes wrong
Adhesive holding mirror glass to backing fails at temperature extremes.
Symptoms to watch for
- Mirror glass loose
- Vibration
- Glass falls out
Root cause
Defective adhesive batch from supplier.
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- • Tape mirror in place until repair
Permanent fix
- Mirror glass replacement under recall 19V-668.
FAQ
What causes ascent side mirror detaches?
Defective adhesive batch from supplier.
How much does it cost to fix?
National average $0–$200.
Is this a DIY repair?
Difficulty 1/5. Mirror glass replacement under recall 19V-668.
What are the symptoms?
Mirror glass loose; Vibration; Glass falls out
Sources
- • NHTSA
- • Subaru Owner Forums