certain 2019-22 Ascent vehicles because the ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the positive temperature coefficient heater may be improperly fastened, meaning the ground terminal and surrounding parts could melt and increase the risk of fire when the heater is in operation. The company is advising customers to park their vehicles away from garages, carports, or other structures while also not leaving vehicles unattended while the engine is on.
The recall, which was announced by Subaru, had not been posted to the NHTSA website as of Monday morning.certain 2022-2023 NE7A, NJ7A, NJ7B, and NV7A vehicles with a 50-gallon fuel tank because the fuel pickup tube may contact the bottom of the fuel tank, restricting the uptake of fuel to the engine. Affected owners are expected to be notified of the recall by mail on Feb. 3, 2023, and dealers will replace the fuel tube free of charge.