2022 Subaru Ascent

The 2022 Subaru Ascent is a popular three-row SUV known for its standard all-wheel drive, spacious interior, and focus on safety. It comes with a single engine option, a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine producing 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, paired with a Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). Owners often praise the Ascent for its comfortable ride, ample cargo space, and user-friendly technology. Some common dislikes include perceived sluggish acceleration at times and concerns about the long-term reliability of the CVT transmission.

Engine

2.4L Turbocharged Boxer Engine

• Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported higher than expected oil consumption, requiring them to add oil between service intervals. Symptoms can include low oil level warnings and the need to add quarts of oil more frequently than usual.
  • Solution: The issue may be related to PCV valve. Some owners have reported positive results after a PCV valve replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Engine Stalling
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners report the engine stalls when coming to a stop. The engine may also have a rough idle, which seems to come and go.
  • Solution: Some owners have reported this is due to a faulty fuel pump, or a faulty ECU.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

Lineartronic CVT

• CVT Hesitation/Jerking
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported experiencing hesitation or jerky movements during acceleration, particularly at lower speeds. This can feel like a momentary lag or a slight shudder.
  • Solution: A software update to the transmission control module (TCM) can sometimes alleviate these issues. In more severe cases, a CVT replacement may be required.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 (for software update) - $6,000+ (for CVT replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found
• Premature CVT Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported complete CVT failure at relatively low mileages. Symptoms include loud whining noises, inability to accelerate, and transmission warning lights.
  • Solution: CVT replacement is usually the only option.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $6,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have experienced issues with the battery draining prematurely, especially if the vehicle sits for extended periods. Symptoms can include difficulty starting the vehicle or a completely dead battery.
  • Solution: Diagnosing parasitic drain and replacing the battery. Replacing the battery with a higher-capacity AGM battery can help.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system can occasionally freeze, crash, or become unresponsive. This may require a reboot or can cause issues with navigation and audio.
  • Solution: Software updates from Subaru can sometimes resolve these issues. In more severe cases, the infotainment unit may need to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 (for software update) - $1,000+ (for unit replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Cracked Windshield
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported that their windshields crack easily from minor impacts or temperature changes.
  • Solution: Replacing the windshield.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Malfunctioning Climate Control System
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported issues with the climate control system, such as inconsistent temperatures or failure to blow hot or cold air.
  • Solution: Diagnosing and repairing the HVAC system, which may involve replacing faulty sensors, actuators, or the control module.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2022 Subaru Ascent has some reported issues that owners have encountered. The most concerning issue is related to the Lineartronic CVT transmission, which can suffer from hesitation, jerking, or even complete failure. Engine issues such as excessive oil consumption have also been reported. Electrical issues such as battery drain and infotainment system problems, as well as cracking windshields, are all problems that owners may face with the car. Costs to repair these issues can range from a few hundred dollars for software updates or battery replacement to several thousand dollars for major repairs such as CVT replacement.