NHTSARecalled Jun 1, 2023 · #23V392000
Ball Joint May Separate from Lower Control Arm
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Ascent vehicles. The left or right front lower control arm may have an improperly tightened ball joint castle nut which can result in retention pin failure and separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm. Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Ball Joint May Separate from Lower Control Arm
- 2023 Ascent
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRJ-23.