Subaru · Ascent · 2026
2026 Subaru Ascent
0
Recalls
1
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2026 Subaru Ascent has no recalls and 1 owner-reported complaint on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: service brakes, hydraulic,vehicle speed control (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
- Vehicle
- 2026 Subaru Ascent
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 1
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
17.0% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
1 totalSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Subaru Accent. The contact stated that there was a failure related to the brake pedal design. The contact stated that there was an approximate one-inch difference in spacing between the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal in previous model vehicles. The contact stated that there was an approximate four-inch gap between the brake and accelerator pedals, while previous models had an approximate three-inch space. The contact stated that the difference created a hazardous driving condition and increased the risk of unintended pedal application. Additionally, there were several instances where a crash could have occurred due to the pedal spacing. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, it was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer informed the contact that several complaints were received with the same issue and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,040.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Ascent have?
The 2026 Subaru Ascent has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Subaru Ascent?
NHTSA has received 1 owner-reported complaint for the 2026 Subaru Ascent.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Subaru Ascent?
The 2026 Subaru Ascent received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Subaru Ascent?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2026 Subaru Ascent are service brakes, hydraulic,vehicle speed control (1 reports).
Does the 2026 Subaru Ascent have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2026 Subaru Ascent. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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