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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 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (34%)

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Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Subaru Outback

Engine not specified

75000 mi

US $250
Car died in middle of a busy street. Was told it needed new alternator, old one running at about 50 percent. Decided to sell instead. 

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

212-horsepower 3.0L H6 4-speed automatic AWD

124000 mi

US $28
Leaking O-ring on AC comp required replacement and AC recharge 
142000 mi

US $35
O ring failed on AC compressor replaced and recharged AC. SO far it's holding a charge 
107000 mi

US $30
AC recharged 
114900 mi

US $255
Replaced battery, then alternator when car continued to malfunction, local alternator did not work, had to order a Mitsubishi alternator online, which is working so far. A/C hose had a leak, was replaced and system re-charged, charge lasted only 2 uses. 
116000 mi

US $375
Leak was due to small holes in condenser, which was due to the screws holding in the horn assembly being too long. Found out the car had previously been wrecked, but did not show up on carfax, and repair shop did not use correct screws. 
293000 mi

US $100
Recharged A/c. 
166800 mi A/C would not work under very hot weather. 
128000 mi

US $250
replaced aftermarket failed alternator, known to work improperly on the H6 subaru, do yourself a favor and get a factory or mitsubishi or denso replacement alternator 

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

47000 mi Dead battery 
103000 mi

US $250
Car gradually became more difficult to start, refusing to turn over. When it quit completely, mechanic replaced the starter. 
137400 mi

US $100
Turn signal worn... kept clicking even when not used. Was replaced with one from another car. 
158700 mi Speedometer and odometer stopped working, but worked while backing up. Disconnected/reconnected battery; worked then failed again. Stopped driving it for a couple hours and it apparently fixed itself. Haven't had an issue since. 
219000 mi

US $250
starter needed to be replaced 

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

222200 mi

US $266
Schreader valves and another fitting were replaced - system was vacuumed and recharged 
138880 mi

C $150
Worn out turn signal switch 
217000 mi My check engine light would come on when the ac was on, and the car would overheat. I've replaced the o2 sensor and the thermastat. My friend suggested I pull off the front and power wash the vent to the front. I have not had a problem since 
254000 mi

US $100
The AC system blew an O-ring that needed to be replaced. 
103000 mi

US $2500
Replaced starter. 
96100 mi

C $24
Resistor block for fan went, only had high speed. 
170000 mi

US $450
Check engine light and grinding noise. Replaced alternator. 
186200 mi

US $100
AC not working 
189600 mi

US $200
AC relay replaced. 
123000 mi

US $713
AC service 
120000 mi New Alternator turned out to have a faulty pulley. Replacement alternator ordered. New Alternator turned out to have a faulty pulley. Replacement alternator ordered. 
124000 mi

US $1200
Alternator replaced 

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2001 Subaru Outback 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

119000 mi

US $440
Replaced Turn-Signal module, switch, and stalk. The "Turn Left" position had not worked for months. $114 for the part. Entire assembly replaces. This was NOT the bulb, problem in the switch area. 
157000 mi

US $25
Replace battery hold down clamp and positive terminal - severely corroded 
164200 mi

US $420
Dead Alternator. Replaced with Subaru OEM, also replaced all belts. 
120000 mi Car died on road. Wouldn't restart. Tow truck driver was able to start the car. Transmission lockout switch suspected, but wouldn't replicate. 

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2001 Subaru Outback Electrical Problems

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