NHTSA // Important Subaru Recall for Fire Risk !!!

 

Important Subaru Recall for Fire Risk Owners should park their vehicles outside, not leave running unattended until they are repaired Subaru of America has issued a recall on select Model Year 2019-2022 Subaru Ascent vehicles due to increased fire risk. Owners are urged to park their vehicles outside away from structures and avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. The recall affects 271,694 vehicles. Until the free recall repair is completed, owners should continue to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or buildings, even if the vehicle is turned off. If an owner notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver’s footwell area, they should immediately stop the vehicle and turn the ignition off. Vehicle owners can visit NHTSA.gov/Recalls and enter their 17-digit vehicle identification number to see if their vehicle is under recall. Owners can also download NHTSA’s SaferCar app and enter their vehicle information, and the app will push a notification if a recall is issued. December 13, 2022 Additional Resources ➤ Consumer Advisory ➤ Sign up for recall alerts ➤ Report a possible defect NHTSA encourages all consumers to report any safety concerns to the agency online or by calling our Vehicle Safety Hotline (Toll-Free: 888-327-4236 / Hearing Impaired (TTY): 800-424-9153). Follow NHTSA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn to keep up to date with the latest recalls and safety campaigns.