NHTSA Complaint #11543925 — 2020 SUBARU ASCENT

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11543925
Vehicle	2020 SUBARU ASCENT
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	September 11, 2022
Date Filed	September 11, 2023
Mileage	30,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, there was a delay while shifting gears. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train). The recall repair was performed; however, the failure occurred several times. The vehicle was repaired several times. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 30,000.

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