2019 Subaru Ascent
Common Problems
Ranked from 194 federal NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Windshield Cracking Without Impact
65complaintsHigh severityOtherThe front windshield develops unexplained cracks without any visible impact or external damage.
Related recall: 26V436000
- 2
Battery Drain Due to Parasitic Draw
59complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe car's battery drains unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to shut down and requiring frequent jump starts.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V907000
- 3
Battery drain without warning
56complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe battery drains unexpectedly while parked, even when no lights or accessories are on.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V907000
- 4
Random Engine Idling Issues
27complaintsHigh severityOtherThe engine idles roughly or runs inconsistently after recent fuel pump service, leading to white smoke emissions.
Related recall: 26V436000
- 5
Battery Drain During Idle
10complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences unexpected battery drain, particularly when the rear hatch is opened.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V907000
- 6
Battery Drain Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe battery drains when doors or tailgate are left open for extended periods.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V907000
- 7
Engine Stall at Idle
6complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stalls or fails to start, especially after short trips or when the rear hatch is opened.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V856000
- 8
Suspension Noise
5complaintsMedium severitySuspensionThe suspension produces clunking and rattling noises, particularly over bumps or sharp turns.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Transmission Jerking and Shuddering
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences sudden jerks and shudders during acceleration and while reversing, leading to potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V855000, 21V955000
- 10
Brake System Failure
4complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brake system occasionally fails to function properly, causing the car to stop unexpectedly or not at all.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Engine Performance Issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine loses power and emits unusual noises, such as sputtering and white smoke upon starting.
Related recall: 19V856000
- 12
Windshield Cracking During Driving
2complaintsLow severityOtherWindshields crack or chip during normal driving conditions, without any apparent impact or weather-related cause.
Related recall: 26V436000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.