NHTSA Recall # | 159371 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V856000 |
MFG Compaign # | WUW-08 |
Manufacturer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
Supplier | SUBARU |
Brand | SUBARU |
Model | ASCENT |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMIS |
Date of notification | 31/01/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 22/02/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 31/08/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 02/12/19 |
Report created | 03/12/19 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 51613 |
Defect summary | Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019 crosstrek, forester, and ascent vehicles. The aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving. |
Consequence summary | An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pcv valve, free of charge. If the pcv valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began january 31, 2020. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wuw-08. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |