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Chart based on 210 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Water would leak into the driver-side front footwell during heavy rain. Subaru had issued a technical service bulletin for this issue. The dealer made the needed modifications to stop water from entering the cabin.
6200 mi
Front dash rattling. Dealer inserted foam between dark and frame. Its better but not gone.
6000 mi
Rattling headliner. Headliner removed. Sunroof mounting bolts tightened. Double-sided tape installed for rattling. Unfortunately, the noise came back after a couple of weeks.
Dash has rattle. Dealer attempted fix but still rattling.
19000 mi
Dash rattles. Dealer attempted repair but still rattles.
30000 mi
driver door wind noise. Dealer replaced door seal. problem solved.
7000 mi
This is the approximate time that the Driver's seat cover was replaced for the first time. It tore along a seam and was coming apart.
12000 mi
Replaced the Driver's leather seat cover. This was the second time. It was torn on one of the seams. The work was done at the dealer, in the body shop.
Car was delivered with a gap between passengers side headlight and hood. Known issue by Subaru...
17000 mi
US $50
Drivers seat squeaks periodically. I will have to take in again - not present when at dealer.
11000 mi
Driver's seat frame replaced under warranty due to seat squeak.
3400 mi
Front passenger-side grab handle (often referred to as the "oh shit" handle) mounting point had become very loose. Dealer said they replaced it. Still seems loose to me. Steering Wheel center-cap rattles to the point that it becomes very annoying. Dealer claims "they all do that" and said they would stuff it full of 'stuff' to quiet it down. There's been no improvement in the the rattle.
3000 mi
Drivers seat has developed a terrible squeak. Dealer replaced seat bottom.
Passenger side front, body under headlight popped out. Dealer popped it back in, and thought that snow/ice build-up in the wheel well forced the piece out.
A piece of trim on the right front door was coming loose. The dealer fixed it under warranty while the car was in the shop for a scheduled oil change.
15000 mi
Roof rails were not sealed by the rubber seals
3000 mi
US $1000
Wife was hit by hit and run driver
100 mi
Driver rear quarter glass, one closes to the rear, has 2 deep scratched and 1 fine hairline crack. I was cleaning my car one month and 50 miles after delivery & noticed the scratches. I do not drive this car often & it is the only car in my garage with nothing else inside it that can cause this. Subaru is known for glass problems so this is not surprising.
Dealer replaced lower part of driver's seat due to excessive squeak.
20000 mi
Roof rack rubber weather seal was wrinkled. Covered under warranty. Identical problem was covered under TSB on earlier VINs but this car is after the cutoff.
5000 mi
Dashboard had a bubble and hole. Dealer replaced entire dashboard under warranty
37000 mi
US $250
Headlight heave condensation - needs to be replaced. Just out of warranty.
There were several interior rattles (particularly the defroster strip against the windshield) and one exterior rattle (the engine under pan).
4500 mi
when driving in crosswinds the noise was like gravel and leaves hitting the windows. dealer performed TSB 12-176-14R. The noise is better but still occurs. Left side outside mirrors reflection is wavy and distorted. Dealer replaced the glass in the mirror assembly, Its better but not by much.
9500 mi
Rattling wind noise at the passenger side door especially evident during crosswinds. Resolved by a TSB where updated rubber trim was installed.
Misaligned doors, wind noise and missing accessories. Noise not repaired yet. Rear hatch lid still not fixed and I have decided not to deal with the doors not fitting right as it is minimal. The dealer chosen body shop damaged my car paint.
42160 mi
Driver's leather seat cover replaced under warranty due to surface cracking. No cost to owner.
4000 mi
wind noise >60 mph. service manager states he adjusted door seal the best he could. it helped a little bit for ~50 miles. dealership claimed they never heard of this issue with 2015 Outback. i know they had couple tsb on it.
11000 mi
The rear passenger door has an intermittent rattle at the door handle and through the window.
Wind noise from drive/passenger front doors. Known issues, replaced driver side small front glass piece. Passenger side on backorder.
6000 mi
Wind noise from drive/passenger front doors. Known issues, replaced passenger side small front glass piece.
6000 mi
wind noise at high speed from both front side windows
28500 mi
Wind noise and rattle in Front windows. Front window seals replaced
6500 mi
Passenger side wind noise in mirror; TSB issue and glass replaced
6000 mi
car had larger gap between hood and front quarter panel on driver side than on passenger side. Hood striker was adjusted to make it even. Covered by warranty--no charge.
11000 mi
The front quarter window of the front passenger door was replaced. Was noisy at highway speeds. Now have to return to the window tinting company to have that window re-done. Driver's door window now appearing to make a similar noise
18000 mi
US $240
The directional turn signal in the driver's side rear-view mirror was taking on moisture inside the forward-facing lens. It was due to cracks that were there upon delivery of the car.
24000 mi
Now the directional turn signal in the passenger side exterior rear-view mirror has been found to be cracked in the forward-facing lens. It was due to cracks that were there upon delivery of the car.
6860 mi
Plastic door beneath HVAC controls broken. Wind noise coming from side mirrors. Known issue with the new model. Parts ordered. Rear hatch needed adjustments because it was not properly aligned when closed. Dealer said they made some adjustments but it still does not close perfectly. No issue with noise or leaks, mostly cosmetic problems as far as I can tell.
13580 mi
Front side windows were changed after wind noise complaints from many owners. A service bulletin was issued. Plastic door beneath HVAC controls was broken. Part replaced.
7440 mi
Wind noise from both front windows. It is a know issue on this car. It's fine now.
60000 mi
US $30
Driver's seat splitting
33000 mi
Excessive wind noise from front side windows.
29760 mi
Wind noise right side on high speed. They replaced the trim around the windows both front doors under warranty. They drilled a hole by mistake in the interior door panel trim.
30380 mi
Wind noise initially, trim replaced on warranty. Interior panel was damaged during the repair (accidental hole drilled into the panel). Wrong color was initially ordered (had to bring the car in the shop on a previous trip for them to discover that). This trip was only to replace the damaged panel.
37000 mi
replaced weather strip on driver's door (started peeling off and drooping down) and 36K service
9000 mi
Air leak in passenger window
25000 mi
US $135
New windshield. Rock strike. And before the windshield was dirty enough to be washed, the new one took three more rocks.
15000 mi
Gas lid would not lock. Required replacing the inner gas filler liner and lock mechanism.
Squeaky drivers seat back, replacement seat damaged in shipping. Given loaner while awaiting new seat to be shipped.
18000 mi
Water leaking in from top trim piece on tailgate. Dealer noted seal on 3rd brake bad/deformed. Dealer replaced 3rd brake light under warranty. Leak fixed.
8000 mi
Replaced roof rack - buzzing nose when cargo box was on top of the car at high speeds.
30000 mi
Sunglass holder would not stay closed. Holder was replaced under warranty.
71000 mi
US $65
Gasket in the third brake light failed, and water came into the cargo area. Purchased a new third brake light for about $60, and replaced it. Problem solved.
20000 mi
Dash rattle on front right side near speaker. Dealer added felt tape to resolve.
22700 mi
US $5
Dash/visor rattles. 1/2" round foam weather stripping placed between dash and windshield. One sided sticky velcro on the windshield side of the slide out on the visor. small foam pad under metal piece that runs through firewall.
41000 mi
US $300
Replaced windshield
6000 mi
Rattle coming from panel underneath the steering wheel. Foam padding was added to reduce the rattle, but rattle still exists.
9000 mi
Rattle looked at again, fixed this time as I had diagnosed where it was coming from. Foam padding added to panel under steering wheel.
Replace black trim at rear of window on driver side rear passenger door. Adhesive had come loose. No rattles. Only noticed when I washed the car.
31000 mi
Sunroof was leaking not only when it rained, but also while using the car wash. Dealer mechanic cleaned out drain holes, but this didn't even remotely fix the problem.
drivers inner door panel dented. New panel ordered under warranty.
31800 mi
US $10
License plate light covers cracked and fell off because where the screws attached, it shattered the lense. 2 new covers ordered. Installed by owner.
50000 mi
The leather on the driver's seat split. The car is only 4 years old, and this shouldn't have happened. It didn't split on the seam either. Subaru of America replaced it as a "one time good will" repair. It would have cost a little over $500 otherwise.
33500 mi
Tailgate creak, multiple trips to repair. It was actually just needing lubrication on the latch after each car wash.
14000 mi
The power sunroof was having difficulty closing. Dealer performed adjustment and lube which did not solve the problem. They followed up by replacing the entire sunroof assembly and the problem is now resolved.
Water leaking in from tail lamp area on rear door.
22000 mi
Squeak from under rear of car.
Exhaust pipe hanger not properly aligned.
14000 mi
The lock of the tailgate in a wrong position. So it makes a lot of noises
17200 mi
Overhead light cover buzzed on rough roads.
11000 mi
Rear hatch door latch issue causing rattles when driving over bumps and turns.
76260 mi
C $150
Middle brake light was leaking into trunk. Lighting housing replaced.
48600 mi
US $200
Seal for third brake light was allowing water into the top panel of the read door which would leak into the car.
61000 mi
Seal for the third brake light went bad.
45000 mi
US $3
Occasional water leak into rear cargo area. Found that 3rd brake light assembly may be leaking water into rear hatch and into rear cargo area. Bought $3 waterproof clear caulk and smeared around the edge (between brake light lens and rear hatch). No leaks since.
53940 mi
C $5
Known issue: sealing around 3rd stop light leaky
82000 mi
US $10
The sunglasses holder was remaining open, due to a broken ball bearing in the clip that attaches the unit to the overhead light.
48000 mi
US $85
Replaced 3rd brake lite seal leaking water in tailgate.
44000 mi
Upon opening tailgate after a heavy rain, water poured out of the door from two seams at the top of the door - which was pointing down of course at the time. The dealer originally thought that the brake light at the top of the door was leaking but it was not that. They kept the car overnight because their window person was due there the next day. They resealed the window and all has been fine. The dealer did replace the brake light up top "just in case." This was all under my warranty. They also did a courtesy replacement of some dead bulbs and windshield wipers at no cost.
60000 mi
US $99
Wind noise due to driver side window that would not roll all the way up.
24000 mi
Rattle when driving over small bumps. Dealer found Subaru TSR addressed this issue, and performed TSR procedure. TSR 12-147-13R.
26200 mi
Overhead console door started failing to latch closed, or started popping open while driving. Dealer ordered console, and replaced it after arrival.
34300 mi
Rear 3rd eye brake light gasket on rear hatch defective-allowed water to enter vehicle.
Black plastic trim piece on outside of driver side rear window had become detached on one side. Piece was replaced under warranty. Trim piece caused excess wind noise.
58000 mi
US $130
Interior driver's seat L side plastic molding around electric controls broke. Dealer replaced broken part but said not covered by extended warranty. Called Subaru of America and they reimbursed me for cost. Subaru prior repair seat surface
6000 mi
Driver's seatbelt latch broke.
14000 mi
Rattle in headliner.
1000 mi
Driver's side headlight had condensation on the inside, dealer replaced headlight assembly.
17360 mi
Driver side seat outside panel falling off. One of the new parts was wrong and the panel is still not staying on. Need to go back, but dealer far away.
Sunroof sticking. They replaced structural components: rails, framework. But it still doesn't work correctly, and we must take it back again this Friday. Dealer could not fix sunroof. Finally, they sent it to a local body shop who did
14000 mi
Moon roof leaks in commercial car wash. Both dealer and Subaru of America maintain that such leakage is "normal."
22200 mi
Rearview mirror's autodim function will not work. Dealer says it's because of tinted rear window. This makes no sense because the tinted rear window is standard on all such Outbacks.
25000 mi
Top of car near sunroof. Painted area size of a nickel was starting to rust. Entire roof needed to be repainted in the process of repairing rusted spot.
11548 mi
Left rear door gasket did not fully seal against body along a line just aft of the door window.
Door molding and gasket replaced.
14660 mi
Body rusting on tailgate and window trim piece. Tailgate repainted. Window trim ordered not yet installed.
15500 mi
Rusty trim piece replaced
26660 mi
Rust bubble on roof. Warrant Claim submitted for repainting.
27280 mi
Roof repainted
15800 mi
Moonroof leak. Drains cleaned and connected. Still leaks around rear seal.
8000 mi
Repaired and reattached torn mudflap
23000 mi
Rear driver side door weather stripping was incorrectly installed. Part adjusted.
door trim readjusted. deformed again after a few days.
29300 mi
door seal is misaligned.
31000 mi
Door trim replaced
33000 mi
Door trim again not sitting flush. Replacement part ordered. Moonroof would not open or close. Realignment.
27700 mi
Installed replacement door trim Moonroof would not close properly. Hitting close button resulted in 3 inches of movement and then stop. Repeated close attempts required to close the moonroof. Lubricated. Failed again. Replaced entirely assembly.
22000 mi
Electric sunroof would not close properly. New parts installed.
63000 mi
US $200
Third break light enclosure started leaking. After any decent rain storm, rear cargo area would be awash.
8000 mi
deformed mud flap causing noise when making a hard fast right hand turn
7000 mi
Sunroof would not open, rail part jam.
27000 mi
Sun glasses holder next to map lights retaining clip broke and would not stay closed.
12000 mi
Had a significant windshield whistling noise at highway speeds. Dealer isolated the problem to be air flow changes created by the factory front air deflector (accessory) that was channeling the air over the top of the glass.
2300 mi
sunroof would not close completely
9700 mi
Right front speaker grill was loose. Replaced under warranty at no charge.
The motor was incapable of closing the roof all the way. The problem stemmed from a clogged drainage port. I used a piece of fine wire to ream it out and all was good. I won't leave my sunroof open while parked under trees anymore!
The sunroof was jamming when trying to open. Lived with problem for 2 months before taking in along with other sunroof recall.
32000 mi
US $400
moonroof jammed ajar. a ton of water leaked in. dealer said tree pollen passes roof seal clogged drain caused roof to jam. water passed seal the water couldn't go out drain. flooded car. they said they cleaned drain cleaned track. still lek had get interior replaced due to mildew. next shop found moonroof still leaking found drain barely clean, tracks still filthy. headliner removed moonroof removed drain cleaned. had carpeting and driver seat replaced. 3rd outback.same problem
23500 mi
Driver seat squeaking Power adjustment switch broken
29760 mi
Squeaky latch on seat belt receiver on passanger side when occupied
14260 mi
Sun roof was 'sticking' - when opened it would stick then 'thunk' as it pulled away -needed autobody realignment - took less than an hour
Hatch mounted 3rd tail light was leaking water into car. Replaced.
91000 mi
US $127
Third center brake light on hatchback had a leaking weather seal.
77500 mi
Water entering tailgate during storms. Rear upper brake light on tailgate was loose. Tightened bolts from inside.
75640 mi
C $100
Water starting leaking from the hatch's middle brake light (they call it the cyclops). Had to bring it twice, and additional insulation still hasn't done the trick, I need to replace the whole light.
19840 mi
"Angry bees" syndrome (loud buzzing noise when Thule box on roof rack is installed at speeds above 60km/h) caused by loose seal on roof rack. Fixed with silicone by dealer at no cost.
21480 mi
The body side molding was coming off. It was replaced with new ones under warranty
90000 mi
US $300
This was the second time had to replace driver's seat panel. Plastic has broken twice now!
2000 mi
Was getting spray/mist through the sun roof at car wash. They adjusted the sun roof, still sprays in at some car washes. Not sure problem is 100% fixed.
106000 mi
Had water inside rear center brake light assembly. Dealer wanted to replace entire brake light assembly. I removed the trim and tightened two nuts, no water leaks for the last two months,
10000 mi
replacement of door trim rubber
42200 mi
US $113
Sunroof drains clogged, leaking into interior. Drains cleaned, no leaks since.
3000 mi
window seal causing air leak
34700 mi
Air leak in front passenger window. Seal replaced for a second time.
73780 mi
C $200
Mud guard noise
3100 mi
A rear door was squeaking.
31600 mi
Passenger seatbelt latch makes squeaking noise occasionally.
47120 mi
C $115
Drivers side door - loose trim - fixed no charge
62000 mi
Rear hatch was leaking
12200 mi
Right drive door window seal had air leak. Rattle from right front speaker area in dashboard. Update: rattle not fixed at the time, later went away on its own.
32000 mi
Moon roof would not open or seat properly. Dealer replaced under warranty. Plastic "metal" painted door trim vibrates whenever radio on. Dealer could not replicate issue.
38000 mi
Front driver and passenger window would not close completely when car was being operated at highway speeds. Both window Gaskets/Tracks replaced under warranty. Some water would get in.
15000 mi
Rear hatch rattles.
2360 mi
passenger side window rubber gasket not sealing, esp at highway speed, replaced by dealer on second visit after part ordered in
15000 mi
Window trim was pulling away from sill. Dealer replaced under warranty.
37000 mi
Rattle from under the hood when driving over certain bumps. Dealer adjusted rubber bumper pad on the hood and all is well.
6000 mi
Moon roof would not consistently open and occasionally stuck or squeeked with use. The system was re-aligned.
21000 mi
Chrome accent piece came off of the driver side vent and was replaced under warranty.
19840 mi
sunroof would not operate. Traced to poor electrical connection.
Water leaking into passenger side windshield Sunroof quit operating
1000 mi
The sunroof was incorrectly installed. One of the drainage holes was filled with white goo and caused rainwater to leak into the passenger section and it caused a bunch of damage. Subaru fixed it all and gave me some add'l warranty and Subaru bucks.
4000 mi
plastic strip along exterior of driver's side of car running from front to back was missing a connecting pin, and so was falling off. Dealer replaced the missing clip and the problem was solved.
5000 mi
The air conditioner had crinked tube and water flowed into the passenger section of the car. Lots of water, soaking with about an inch of water on floor of car.
5300 mi
Once again this car had water flooding in the interior of the car. Subaru dealership said it was caused again by "spiders and webs" in the air conditioning hose. I don't believe it. They replaced the hose. This is getting to be a pain.
11000 mi
Dealer called in manufacturer's field office. The explanation given to me, once again: "spiders" and spider webs in a/c lines causing blockage and water flooding. This is total BS.
22300 mi
The trim on the driver seat needed to be replaced. Piece that was ordered prior was installed
5000 mi
Passenger door creaks in cold weather.
14260 mi
Indentation on the armrest where I usually put my forearm while driving. Had it checked by dealer and part was ordered under warranty
8000 mi
Weather strip on door replaced Replaced ill-fitting tweeter on dash near driver
15000 mi
Driver's seat bottom was stained and frayed. it was replaced under warranty.
900 mi
Sunroof leaked and was repaired by dealer under warranty.
TSB performed. Installed bushings, new wheel etc. Problem still exist. Now the vibrations can be felt through the body of the car.
Going next week for another service.
73000 mi
US $10
Had water leak via rear high-mount stop light. Peeled/scraped off old gasket on high mount stop lamp assembly. Applied 3M Strip Caulk in place of old gasket. peeled/scraped off old gasket on rear high mount stop lamp. Applied 3M Strip Caulk in place of old gasket.
40800 mi
US $400
Exterior door trim piece came loose. Retaining clips needed to be ordered and installed.
13500 mi
dealer scratched steering wheel during repair of recall
26000 mi
US $30
Clear plastic film in front of rear fenders was scaling and had to be replaced on both sides.
26000 mi
Power sunroof stopped working. Warranty repair included replacing parts.
12000 mi
Moonroof would operate intermittently, then stopped working in open position. Dealer adjusted and lubricated tracks
64000 mi
US $100
Replace Brake Light on back door, water leak.
112000 mi
Sunroof drains regularly clog and result in significant water entry
16500 mi
1. Something broke the engine cover underneath the car during a trip. This is the plastic shroud that runs from the bottom of the bumper to the front axle. 2. A trim piece on the rear door glass is loose. Parts ordered.
21500 mi
Installed black plastic window trim on edge of rear door. Would have been replaced last month, but the part that came in was broken.
Installed black plastic window trim on edge of rear door. Would have been replaced last month, but the part that came in was broken.
41000 mi
US $99
Water was leaking into car thru overhead console. Two of the drain holes were plugged.
Also had brakes checked, stil have 70% of pads left at 41K. Also had partial drain & fill of CVT, took 6 qrts, cost $275. Very satisfied w car & service.
48000 mi
US $100
Sticky sunroof, needed adjustment & lube. Rather disappointing since it went into the dealer less than 6 months earlier to repair sunroof leak. At the same time the auto up feature of drivers window stopped working, possible detailing relatd
17000 mi
Took car in for maintenence service along with several issues including squeaking noise in passenger seat and scuff marks on steering wheel from previous dealer oil change. Dealer replaced passenger seat belt mechanism and steering wheel.
28000 mi
Noise coming from passenger front seat (squeaks). First time replaced seat belt receptacle and it solved problem for a few weeks. Noise returned and this time replaced seat belt and receptacle. So far it has solved the noise issue.
14000 mi
Water leaking into interior. TSB#12-117-10R Map light area water leak repair.
36000 mi
I have an unusual amount of paint chips in my hood. I understand this is normal w/hghwy travel, but it's just too much. Chips down to gray undercoat and several are rust spots
Front subframe rusted severely, replaced, as a result control arm is broken too
1000 mi
Misaligned door - they were able to fix it so the door shut properly, but is still not perfectly aligned. It appears the door itself may not be shaped correctly. I'm not thrilled, but I didn't buy a Lexus so I may be expecting too much.
16700 mi
US $150
Wind noise through driver's side window. Mechanic apparently could not hear it on initial drive, Everyone else who drives in the car can hear it, but I have to re-schedule a "drive-along" with the dealer's mechanic next appointment.
25000 mi
Excessive wind noise coming through driver's side window at highway speeds.
16000 mi
Replaced sub-frame for drivers seat due to excessive squeaking; took 2 days, one to analyze, then a separate trip back after the ordered part came in; covered by warranty. replaced something else in the drivers seat to fix excessive squeaking; again it took 2 days, one to analyze, then a separate trip back after the ordered part came in; warranty covered.
17000 mi
replaced entire seat assembly due to excessive squeaking; warranty covered; 1 1/2 days lost;
17500 mi
replaced a missing bolt in the driver seat frame assembly that permitted the seat to collapse under acceleration pressure; had a loaner for 3 days while parts were awaited;
warranty covered.
29000 mi
squeaky seat had a redesigned frame installed to repair driver seat squeak.
10000 mi
Upgraded rubber floor mats worn out. Rattle under car.
16000 mi
Trim ring on shift knob delaminated and clips failing letting ring fall down repeatedly.
A follow up repair after the engine block replacement - after the replacement, something in the transmission system was misaligned, which caused a rattling noise in the engine compartment.
Center console came apart Trunk cover screen replaced because plastic part snapped off Plastic trim on rear passenger side running board loose. Parts ordered were not the correct parts; re-order necessary.
37500 mi
US $800
Sunroof gasket came off
93700 mi
US $200
Had cracked left seat bolster replaced at upholstery shop
Rear view mirror fell off - probably due to poor adhesive after windshield replacement
125000 mi
US $30
Mirror fell off the window on a cold day. Dealer re-glued it.
20000 mi
Sounds like pipes rattling in the roof when the car is driving in excess of 40 mph and there is a cross wind. Subaru dealer placed sound dampners in roof per TSB, but it did not help.
18000 mi
A piece of paint bubbled up and chipped off the left side protective door trim molding (not from being hit or from a rock, etc.). The strip was replaced under manuf. warranty.
77000 mi
US $150
Purchased driver side sun visor and center console cover
83700 mi
US $325
Issues with front facia and headlight
155000 mi
Dashed replaced under recall for sun light and heat degradation. Dash was soft and sticky before replacement. Now the drivers left side air vent does not provide any air flow...car needs to go back for repair of the improper dash installation.
31405 mi
Replaced drivers side visor. Original visor would not stay in place and "flopped" down. Replaced drivers side visor, which would "flop" and not stay positioned.
12000 mi
Rattle in dash
46200 mi
Plastic seat base housing the power seat device kept popping out - the clip to hold it in place failed and had to be replaced.
50000 mi
US $30
Heat shield rattle fixed by tightening
100000 mi
Weatherstrip on inside of sunroof came loose. I replaced it back into it's place.
6510 mi
driver's door latch misaligned - dealer adjusted
13640 mi
Driver's side sun visor strap tore at one end. Part ordered by dealer after quick inspection - took about 2 weeks to arrive, 1.5 hours to change and change from winter to summer tires (both mounted already)
13840 mi
Armrest cover latch broken - replaced cover
15500 mi
fender molding (plastic) clip broken leaving gap between molding and body. Part ordered for replacement next week. wheel arch molding clip came loose. Bumper and fender cover had to be removed to re-attach clip. Dealer covered cost as only just out of warranty
25532 mi
C $54
Adjusted hood bumpers to correct position. Adjusted hood bumpers to correct position.
28520 mi
C $640
Driver's seat back bolster had a hole in it. Classed as "normal wear". Seat back cover replaced with discount from dealer.
several areas of rust all door seals have failed and are falling off
14000 mi
Loose window seals around both rear doors.
3000 mi
Loud but intermittent squeak from center console. Dealer could not replicate and did not take action. Leather shift knob defective at delivery--leather loose/wrinkled on knob. New part ordered under warranty.
4000 mi
Defective leather shift knob replaced. Continuing console squeak problem; could not replicate and disassembly of console did not reveal any visible assembly problems.
135000 mi
US $170
Realigned front passenger window
20000 mi
Squeaks from the driver's seat.
46000 mi
Lid on console had come loose
114301 mi
US $109
Repair dash rattles related to replacement of passenger side air bag
116777 mi
US $207
Driver's side headlight had moisture in it - had to remove front bumper to access. Owner bought new LF headlight assembly ($125.69 of the total). Mechanic installed it.
122902 mi
US $33
Checked water leaking into tailgate. Found water inside LR reverse light. Water drips out of light into inside of tailgate panel. Cleaned and dried out lens. (Will need to replace lens)
126000 mi
US $320
2- Replaced side market bulb (working but darkened/shorting) in R&R Tail light. Replaced tail light bulb (inoperative). Resealed lens to body with clear silicone.
3000 mi
Something rattles under the car when going over bumps they have tried fixing the exhaust shield and splash cover with no success .
10000 mi
Second unsuccessful attempt to fix rattle under car.
rear right window had developed severe wind noise. Although new rubber seal was installed it still makes noise when window is lowered and raised, must be non OEM parts. I've had problems with the door gaskets on past subaru as well.
47120 mi
The two vents in the dashboard next to the side windows started rattling - first the one on the left and then the one on the right. It is intermittent. Comes and goes.
misaligned shifter cover plate and glove box cover; replaced under warranty
123000 mi
US $150
A/C recharge
27280 mi
Replaced carpet that had been miscut at factory.
14000 mi
I took the car in for rattling noise. They told me that the heat shield was rusted out and needed to be replaced for over $800! Can't believe it since I usually keep my Subarus for 8+ yrs and never had this happen before.
The rear window trim had started to separate while the car was under warranty. The dealer told me to leave it, and when the tear started to bother me, they would fix it under warranty. I'm WELL passed the warranty, and they fixed it no problem at all.
56000 mi
US $65
Problem with the panoramic moonroof where one of the metal guides came loose and prevented the moonroof from opening fully.
Leaky sunroof was dripping water into the trunk. The dealership thought it was fixed with their water testing, but on another heavy rain it reappeared.
74200 mi
On previous trip reconnected drain tube. This time unclogged it. Fixed leak.
Repaired and painted rusting dog leg, left qtr panel plus several small dings that were beginning to rust: Right Fender, Front & Rear Doors, Qtr panel. Replaced front bumper from parking space hit by anonymous other driver.
Rear light cluster cracked due to stress from opening and closing the hatch - not fault of owner, rather part design. Did not replace as too expensive. Told by dealer common problem. Rear light housing cluster now has chronic water leaking into it.
Tail light was leaking into the boot. Needed replacement as it is a sealed unit and seal could not be fixed, but whole light needed to be replaced. Apparently a common problem on these Legacy Outbacks.
Exhaust heat shields rattled since first day of ownership (with 103,000 miles). Never bothered to do anything with it until transmission was replaced. Heat shields were tightened and now car doesn't rattle anymore.
150000 mi
US $893
Heat shields rattling... they were tightened. No more rattles currently. Second time in 50,000 miles of ownership I've needed to do this.
155100 mi
US $4
Doors froze shut during cold weather. Opened driver's door and weather stripping detached on the bottom, dangling. Super glued back on.
172200 mi
US $526
Rust repair to make it legal for inspection in rear-right door.
174100 mi
US $4000
Entire underside rusting, suggested I trade it in.
The driver and passenger window gaskets, or gussets around the side mirrors were replaced due to excessive wind noise. This is known problem with this model and year Subaru.
Retractable Cargo Cover Broke, First time a few years ago, the screw housing end cap came part. I just replaced the cover. This time a spring inside has broken and it will not auto retract. I will get a used one.
Found drivers (RHD) seat wet and floor carpet wet. Drivers side doorseals perished and torn. I was able to get a replacement from a salvage yard as none of the local dealers had the part in stock.
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