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2020 Subaru Ascent

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

4 current

Combined

10.4L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,224

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Label

Transport Canada recall 2026329 · manufacturer campaign WRH-26

7 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: Ascent 2019–2025 · Crosstrek 2026 · Forester 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the compliance label lists an incorrect gross axle weight rating (GAWR). This could lead you to overload the vehicle, which could cause poor handling or a tire failure. Note: For the Forester model, this recall affects both gas and hybrid models. For the Crosstrek model, only the Crosstrek Hybrid model is affected.

Why it matters

Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will mail a new compliance label to each owner. If you'd like help to install the label, you can contact a Subaru dealer to have it installed free of charge.

28,461 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2022703 · manufacturer campaign WRL-22

8 December 2022

Transport Canada lists: Ascent 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the bolt for the ground terminal on the auxiliary heater may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the ground terminal and nearby parts could overheat and melt.

Why it matters

Wiring that overheats and melts could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater ground bolt. The ground wire and the connector holder will be replaced, if necessary. Subaru advises not remote start your vehicle using Subaru Starlink Connected Services (if equipped) or an aftermarket remote starter (if installed). Subaru also advises not leave the vehicle running while unattended, and that you should park it outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.

13,954 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021745 · manufacturer campaign WRK-21

10 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Ascent 2019–2020 · Legacy 2020 · Outback 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem in the transmission control unit (TCU) may cause the drive chain to slip or break. If this happens while the vehicle is in motion, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the transmission chain guide and update the TCU. If necessary, the transmission assembly will be replaced.

13,034 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2021746 · manufacturer campaign WRL-21

9 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Ascent 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the mounting holes for the tie rod ends were not manufactured correctly. As a result, the front tie rods may not fit properly. This could lead to damage during assembly and servicing. Over time, parts that do not fit correctly could separate and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to replace the left and right steering knuckles, tie rod ends, and related hardware.

94 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 83% of 131 2020 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
244 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2020 Subaru Ascent have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2020 Subaru Ascent. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2020 Subaru Ascent get?
NRCan rates the 2020 Subaru Ascent at 10.4 L/100 km combined, emitting 244 g of CO2 per kilometre.
What does it cost to run a 2020 Subaru Ascent for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,224 in fuel, producing roughly 4,805 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.