NHTSA recall 19V-855 (19V855000)
power train recall reported December 2, 2019 - about 76,842 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V855000
- Also written as
- 19V-855
- Manufacturer number
- WUV-07
- Reported
- December 2, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~76,842
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.
Why it is dangerous
If the fluid pressure is measured higher than its actual value, the hydraulic pressure will be reduced. If this occurs, the transmission drive chain may not have the proper tension, resulting in a loss of drive power and an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit. The hydraulic sensor harness will be replaced on vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes. In addition, any vehicle confirmed to have experienced low drive chain tension will have the transmission assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be 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 WUV-07.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-855 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.