How many fuel system complaints does the 2019 Subaru Ascent have?

NHTSA lists 16 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Ascent, which is 4% of the 441 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall on the 2019 Subaru Ascent?

Yes. Recall 21V587000 (reported 2021-07-29) and recall 20V218000 (reported 2020-04-16) both address a low-pressure fuel pump inside the tank that may fail; dealers replace the pump free of charge.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 2,750 miles at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2019 Ascent.

What symptoms do owners report with the fuel system?

Owners describe raw gasoline odor entering the cabin, gasoline vapors around the parked vehicle, a leaking fuel vapor canister, and rough idling after fuel pump replacement.

Were there any crashes or fires tied to fuel system complaints?

Among the 16 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Ascent, NHTSA records 1 crash, 2 fires, and 1 injury.

2019 Subaru Ascent Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Subaru Ascent, 4% of its 441 total complaints for the year. Two related recalls (21V587000 and 20V218000) cover a low-pressure fuel pump that may fail inside the tank. Median mileage at failure was 2,750 miles.

Fuel System complaints: 16; 4% of 441
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 2,750 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report a strong raw gasoline smell entering the cabin through the vents, often noticed while idling or shortly after parking in a garage.
Some describe gasoline vapors accumulating outside and around the vehicle 10 to 15 minutes after shutting off the engine.
A few owners say a dealer diagnosed a leak in the fuel vapor canister, and the smell returned after the repair.
One owner reported low-speed hesitation and jumpiness, describing an inconsistent fuel delivery that made the car feel like it would stall before lurching forward.
Another owner had the fuel pump replaced under recall but said the engine idled and ran rough shortly after the service.

When 2019 Subaru Ascent fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint May 1, 2019, latest Mar 2, 2025.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2019 to Mar 2025; peak May 2019 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2019 Subaru Ascent

NHTSA 21V587000Jul 29, 2021Fuel System175,968 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
NHTSA 20V218000Apr 16, 2020Fuel System188,207 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
Risk: If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

Fuel System complaints by Ascent model year

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

201916 (4%)
202014 (4%)
20212 (2%)
20224 (7%)
20231 (2%)
20241 (2%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2019 Subaru Ascent have?: NHTSA lists 16 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Ascent, which is 4% of the 441 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall on the 2019 Subaru Ascent?: Yes. Recall 21V587000 (reported 2021-07-29) and recall 20V218000 (reported 2020-04-16) both address a low-pressure fuel pump inside the tank that may fail; dealers replace the pump free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 2,750 miles at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2019 Ascent.
What symptoms do owners report with the fuel system?: Owners describe raw gasoline odor entering the cabin, gasoline vapors around the parked vehicle, a leaking fuel vapor canister, and rough idling after fuel pump replacement.
Were there any crashes or fires tied to fuel system complaints?: Among the 16 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Ascent, NHTSA records 1 crash, 2 fires, and 1 injury.