2022 Subaru Ascent problems and complaints
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Subaru Ascent. The most-reported areas: Power Train (14), Service Brakes (11), Engine (9).
Key takeaways
- 55 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 6 involve a crash, 2 a fire, 6 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 14 | 25% |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 20% |
| Engine | 9 | 16% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | 13% |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 | 11% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 9% |
| Air Bags | 4 | 7% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 7% |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 5% |
| Electrical System | 3 | 5% |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 | 4% |
| Steering | 1 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Engine - filed 2026-06-25
The front exhaust pipe on my 2022 Subaru Ascent cracked at approximately 77,800 miles. The component is available for inspection. Prior to diagnosis, I noticed a rattle/fluttering noise coming from the undercarriage during acceleration. The problem was confirmed by an authorized Subaru dealership. Subaru has issued TSB...
Steering,power Train,engine - filed 2026-06-24
The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist, the speedometer was inoperable, and the transmission failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to an independe...
Engine - filed 2026-05-19
Exhaust "Nut" mysteriously went missing, causing noises, and Subaru technician stated to replace exhaust if issues persist. Vehicle was under warranty, only been serviced by certified Subaru technicians, and multi-point inspections were allegedly performed during every service, however, the exhaust "nut" were somehow s...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.