Vehicle recall 18V508000 · August 2, 2018
2019 Subaru Ascent
These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V508000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 2, 2018
- Filed by
- Subaru of America, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- WTU-80
- Owner notification
- July 31, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 293
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Subaru Ascent (2019): 2019
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