Subaru ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
The short version
Subaru of America, Inc. reported a problem with the wiring interior/under dash. Here is what owners need to know.
The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-907.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2019–2022 | Subaru Ascent |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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