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Subaru Recall WRL-22:
2022 Subaru Ascent
A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
Electrical System — Wiring — Interior/Under Dash
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
- Actions
- Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "Off" position. Dealers will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-22.
- Documents (12)
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Subaru - Subarunet Announcement - December 2022
- Subaru - Ascent Recall Announcement - December 2022
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Subaru - Subarunet Announcement - December 2022
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Subaru - Subarunet Announcement - January 2023
- Subaru - Recall Campaign - January 2023
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
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