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2001 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (2%)

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2001 Subaru Outback brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (80%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

212-horsepower 3.0L H6 4-speed automatic AWD

322000 mi

US $500
Brake caliper froze up, again. This time ruining the rotor. Replace rotor, caliper and pad(?) 
79360 mi

C $500
rear brakes were shot 
108280 mi

C $2400
Major corrosion. Ten percent on rear brakes. Rotors, pads, calipers, plates, shoes front and back replaced. 

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

91600 mi

US $610
Replaced front/rear pads. Turned front/rear rotors. 
150000 mi

US $893
Both front calipers, all four rotors, plus all brake pads had to be replaced. Front calipers were sticking, rear pads completely worn out, front rotors warped. 

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2001 Subaru Outback Brake Problems

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