| Issue ID | 1670357 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11331205 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | ASCENT |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| File date | 21/06/20 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Keeping the rear gate open, or even just opening and closing the rear gate while the car is parked, drains the battery rapidly. This can leave drivers stranded in unsafe locations. Based on discussions with other ascent owners, this problem is widespread. This began happening almost immediately after we bought the ascent and happens regularly and frequently. Subaru of america appears to be in denial that this is a problem and there are lawyers gathering information on a class action lawsuit.. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 300 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SODA SPRINGS, CA |
| VIN pattern | 4S4WMALD2K3XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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