2026 SUBARU ASCENT
1 recalls, 2 complaints - 5/5 safety rating
26V436000 Jul 7, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with ... Read more
Consequence
An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
ENGINE
Mar 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 20, 2026
The A/c compressor seized up causing the belt to break. Looked up online and it seems it's a common occurrence with this year and model.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 20, 2026
Sudden downshift at highway speeds.
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2026 SUBARU ASCENT
2026 SUBARU ASCENT SUV N/A AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 17.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2026 SUBARU ASCENT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S8) (All-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: 405.0 g/mile (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
SUBARU ASCENT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU ASCENT across all model years (2019, 2026).
25
Total Recalls
1,347
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
47
Reported Crashes
10
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths