How do I check if my Subaru is included in recall 23V392000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — the check is instant and free. If you're shopping a used Ascent from 2023, run it through the full Subaru recall database before you sign.
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2023 Ascent – Front Lower Control Arm
NHTSA 23V392000 • Subaru WRJ-23
Reviewed by SubaruReview Editorial Team · Last reviewed 2023-06-01 · Editorial standards
Filed under our full Subaru recall database and cross-referenced with the reliability & common problems hub. Owners often confuse a recall with a TSB — recalls are free at any Subaru dealer, TSBs are not.
Defect
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles. The left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in retention pin failure and separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm.
Consequence
Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-23.
Look up your VIN at NHTSA →FAQ
Is recall 23V392000 free to fix?
Yes — Subaru pays for the repair at any authorized dealer. Bring your VIN.
Which Subaru models are affected?
Ascent from model years 2023. 0 units in total.
What is the safety risk?
Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
How do I check if my Subaru is part of this recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — results are instant and free.
Sources
Defect, consequence, remedy, and affected-unit counts on this page derive from the NHTSA campaign filing below. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive per-vehicle status.
- • NHTSA Recall Campaign 23V392000 (Subaru WRJ-23) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2023-06-01)Tier 1 · NHTSA
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Do I have to pay for this recall repair?
No. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-23. That's true at any authorized Subaru dealer regardless of mileage — see the reliability & common problems hub for how recalls differ from TSBs.
What happens if I ignore an open Subaru recall?
Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. That can also affect resale value, insurance claims, and any future warranty dispute. Our reliability hub covers how open recalls factor into used-Subaru buying decisions.
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