NHTSA Complaint #11474180 — 2019 SUBARU ASCENT

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11474180
Vehicle	2019 SUBARU ASCENT
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	June 22, 2022
Date Filed	July 15, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OR

Consumer Description

I am experiencing battery drain. I have replaced the battery and had the starter and alternator checked. Everything is fine, but the battery continues to drain inappropriately. Yes, the battery and electrical system are available for inspectioon. My son and I have been left stranded on multiple occasions, risking our safety. The vehicle was inspected and the problem confirmed by an independent service center, B & G Automotive, Eugene, OR. The vehicle or component has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? There were not any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure.

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