2023 Subaru Ascent TSBs

270 manufacturer communications for the 2023 Subaru Ascent sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2023 Ascent problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

270Communications

What the bulletins cover

Electrical159 bulletins
Engine50 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain28 bulletins
Brakes & stability13 bulletins
Body & structure12 bulletins
Fuel system9 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 270 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Body & structure SubaruNet Announcement (P July 28, 2026

WRH-26 Certification Label Non-Compliance Recall- Parts and SSLP Process Updates.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement (v July 24, 2026

This announcement provides information on WRH-26 affected CPO and Used Vehicle Inventory.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement (C July 24, 2026

This announcement provides WRH-26 recall information for customers.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement (V July 24, 2026

This announcement provides WRH-26 recall information for owner contact and a vehicle disclosure form.

Service bulletin WRH-26R July 22, 2026

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a non-compliance recall for certain 2026 model yearCrosstrek Hybrid vehicles, 2025-2026 model year Forester & Forester Hybrid vehicles, and 2019- 2026 Ascent vehicles due to incorrect information listed on the certification label.…

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement (W July 21, 2026

This announcement provides an update for retailer inventory affected by the WRH-26 non-compliance recall.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement ( July 17, 2026

This announcement is to inform retailers of the non-compliance recall/stop sale parts update and repair procedure.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Announcement (W July 17, 2026

This announcement provides information on a temporary process for addressing affected SSLP vehicles under the WRH-26 recall.

Electrical 15-311-23R July 15, 2026

This bulletin provides instruction for use (FOTA) of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4.5 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin).

Engine 02-193-24R June 30, 2026

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the…

Fuel system · Engine 09-74-21R June 26, 2026

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the…

Engine 02-196-26 June 23, 2026

This bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup.

Manufacturer communication SubaruNet Annoucement (E June 12, 2026

This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.

Electrical · Driver assistance 07-241-26 June 11, 2026

This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide removal and installation tips to be followed when working with EyeSight Stereo Cameras.

Transmission & drivetrain 16-151-24R June 5, 2026

This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Engine 09-130-25R June 3, 2026

This bulletin announces the design change made to the exhaust manifold flange nut material that has been changed from stainless steel to medium carbon steel. This change also necessitates a revised tightening torque specification. (This is an revised version of the original…

Engine 18-240-26 June 1, 2026

"This bulletin provides a new diagnostic procedure for vehicles equipped with a Denso CP 1, 1.5 and 2.5 head units to provide an enhanced version of the troubleshooting steps for Sound does not come out from the speaker."

Electrical · Transmission & drivetrain 18-241-26 May 28, 2026

This Bulletin announces a correction to the diagnostic procedures for certain CVT related DTCs, including P0730, P0746, P0747, P0841, P0846, P0867, P1867, P1894, and P2723.

Service bulletin 01-167-08R May 18, 2026

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

Engine 02-193-24R May 13, 2026

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

Every number on this page is a count of records in the federal complaint, recall, and investigation files published by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. Check any specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.