How many brake complaints does the 2019 Subaru Ascent have?

NHTSA lists 29 brake-related complaints for the 2019 Ascent, which is 7% of the 441 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2019 Subaru Ascent?

No related recalls are listed for the brake complaint area on the 2019 Ascent in this data.

At what mileage do brake problems usually start on the 2019 Ascent?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints is 6,250 miles, indicating many issues surface early in ownership.

Have brake issues caused crashes on the 2019 Ascent?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2019 Ascent, with no reported injuries or fires.

How does the 2019 Ascent compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2019 Ascent had 29 brake complaints (7% share), close to 2020's 26 complaints (8% share), while later years like 2022 and 2023 had fewer complaints but a higher share of their total complaints, 20% and 22% respectively.

2019 Subaru Ascent Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2019 Subaru Ascent, 7% of its 441 total complaints. There are 2 crashes tied to brake reports and no related recalls, with a median mileage at failure of 6,250.

Brakes complaints: 29; 7% of 441
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 6,250 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe the automatic emergency braking system triggering unexpectedly, slamming the car to a stop from highway or city speeds when no obstacle, or only fog, is present.
Some drivers report the brake pedal becoming hard to press or unresponsive, in one case failing to stop the vehicle before it struck a parked car at low speed.
Several complaints mention loud grinding or squeaking noises from the brakes starting soon after purchase, with dealers reportedly needing to cut the rotors on a nearly new vehicle.
Multiple owners noticed rough or bumpy braking feel and reduced stopping effectiveness at low mileage.
A few reports describe the brake warning light illuminating on the dash along with other electronic systems shutting off simultaneously, sometimes tied to a reported loose transmission harness.

When 2019 Subaru Ascent brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 23, 2019, latest Jun 30, 2026.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2019 to Jun 2026; peak Mar 2019 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2019 Subaru Ascent

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Ascent model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201929 (7%)
202026 (8%)
20219 (9%)
202211 (20%)
202310 (22%)
20241 (2%)
20251 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2019 Subaru Ascent have?: NHTSA lists 29 brake-related complaints for the 2019 Ascent, which is 7% of the 441 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2019 Subaru Ascent?: No related recalls are listed for the brake complaint area on the 2019 Ascent in this data.
At what mileage do brake problems usually start on the 2019 Ascent?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints is 6,250 miles, indicating many issues surface early in ownership.
Have brake issues caused crashes on the 2019 Ascent?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2019 Ascent, with no reported injuries or fires.
How does the 2019 Ascent compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2019 Ascent had 29 brake complaints (7% share), close to 2020's 26 complaints (8% share), while later years like 2022 and 2023 had fewer complaints but a higher share of their total complaints, 20% and 22% respectively.