Subaru of America (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
Subaru of America – Missing Spot Welds in B-Pillar Area
| Report Received Date | 08/02/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V508000 |
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle's strength, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80. |
| Recall Code | WTU-80 |
| Potentially Affected | 293 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V508000) |
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