Is the Subaru Ascent Reliable?
2019–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Subaru Ascent Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 22 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 31 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2022 | 0 | 36 | 4 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 62 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 184 | 11 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2019 | 5 | 259 | 2 | — | 44 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Ascent Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Ascent scores exactly at the suv average.
Known Subaru Ascent Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 601 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Subaru Ascent reliable?+
The Subaru Ascent scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 601 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Ascent is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2025 Ascent achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a Ascent last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Subaru Ascent owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Ascent will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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