Subaru · United States · High
Subaru Ascent: Steering — tie rod assembly
Affects Subaru Ascent · 2020 — about 1K vehicles.
The hazard
The tie rods may separate from the housing, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the left and right front tie rod ends and housings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-21.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational