NHTSA recall 23V-392 (23V392000)
suspension recall reported June 1, 2023 - about 5 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V392000
- Also written as
- 23V-392
- Manufacturer number
- WRJ-23
- Reported
- June 1, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~5
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Ball joint separation while the vehicle is in motion can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-392 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.