2021 Subaru Ascent
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Subaru Ascent is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
2021 Subaru Ascent at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2021 Subaru Ascent recalls 1
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to t…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2021 Subaru Ascent common problems
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2021 Subaru Ascent MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2021 Subaru Ascent worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 Subaru Ascent costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2021 Subaru Ascent trims & engines on record
2021 Subaru Ascent vehicles on record
Other Subaru Ascent model years
2021 Subaru Ascent — frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Subaru Ascent have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Subaru Ascent. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Ascent?
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Subaru Ascent get?
The 2021 Subaru Ascent has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (21 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 2021 Subaru Ascent worth?
Comparable 2021 Subaru Ascent listings run roughly $31,990–$48,932, typically around $40,860 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.