2021 Subaru Ascent safety record
Crash-test ratings, severity signals from owner complaints, fatal-crash involvement and safety recalls — all from official federal sources.
Not rated
NHTSA overall rating
3
complaints reporting a crash
1
complaints reporting fire
2
safety recall campaigns
Among NHTSA complaints for this model year, 3 report injuries (3 people injured). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Fatal crash records (FARS 2020–2023). 2021 Subaru Ascent vehicles were involved in 10 fatal crashes with 2 occupant deaths in federal crash records. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Crash- and fire-risk recalls
- Crash riskThese vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating… · Jul 7, 2026
- Fire riskGround bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature… · Dec 8, 2022