10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,573 miles

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problem #2

Oct 122020

Ascent

  • 9,500 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that during a countrywide road trip at 70 mph the vehicle shook and shimmied when he applied the brake going downhill on a steep grade. The vehicle was taken to the dealer groove Subaru (5300 S. broadway, englewood, co 80113, (720) 279-9409). The tires were rotated and the contact was advised to seek a comprehensive diagnostic test by an authorized dealer when he returned to his residence. The contact stated that the authorized dealer near his residence test drove the vehicle but was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,500.

- Brandon, FL, USA

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problem #1

Mar 012020

Ascent

  • 600 miles
Jerky acceleration between 35-50 mph. Cvt "switching gears" up and down. Noticed at 600 miles. This happens sporadically, when it does happen the jolt snaps my head back. Brakes continue to squeal after 600 miles.

- Cherry Hill, NJ, USA

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