NHTSA Complaint #11712180 — 2021 SUBARU ASCENT

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11712180
Vehicle	2021 SUBARU ASCENT
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	December 20, 2025
Date Filed	January 20, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

While driving my Subaru Ascent, a check engine warning light appeared on the dashboard. Shortly afterward, I noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. I immediately pulled over and turned the vehicle off. Within moments, flames began coming from under the hood. The fire spread rapidly, and within 5-10 minutes the entire vehicle was fully engulfed in flames. The fire originated from the engine compartment. The vehicle was a total loss. Subaru of America was notified on 12/23/2025, but no follow-up or update on investigation has been responded. The vehicle was always serviced with Subaru. This sudden, traumatizing and catastrophic failure with no prior warning.

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