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2004 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (24%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (0%)
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Chart based on 97 repairs.
2004 Subaru Outback suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (29%)
$100 - $499 (48%)
< $100 (10%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
| 111000 mi US $330 |
Wheel bearing failed; replaced bearing |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
212-horsepower 3.0L H6 4-speed automatic AWD
| 140800 mi US $655 |
Replaced worn steering rack boot |
| 158483 mi US $500 |
Replace left front rear control arm bushing 4 wheel alignment after replacement of arm bushing |
| 171530 mi US $678 |
Replace right front wheel bearing and seals |
| 180265 mi US $400 |
Replace steering rack boots and alignment after replacement |
| 171000 mi | Rear sway bar, connector rods needed to because of cracked grommets. I had replaced the connectors in March 2013 and they were still under warranty. |
| 41000 mi US $660 |
Rear sway bar linkages (both) were worn. Replaced. |
| 74000 mi | Dealer noticed something (I can't think of what it was) broken dealing with the suspension/steering going to the front right tire. |
| 91760 mi | Replaced the right rear wheel bearing. |
| 118100 mi C $600 |
Replaced front right ball joint. |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 149000 mi US $1200 |
Steering was pulling to the left. Mechanic found blown strut. Replaced all four as ride was degrading anyhow. |
| 242500 mi US $425 |
Replaced rear struts |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 58000 mi US $450 |
Rear Shock replacement. |
| 102000 mi US $3100 |
Power steering pump. |
| 138300 mi US $160 |
End links worn. |
| 161000 mi US $200 |
Replaced all four sway bar end links. |
| 168000 mi US $250 |
Left front sway bar end link fractured in half. Had all replaced and oil/filter change. |
| 185000 mi US $1200 |
Replaced Ball Joint and rusty steering knuckle... Had trouble finding a replacement steering knuckle due to supply chain issues. Ended up using a used part. |
| 89280 mi C $120 |
missing link on a rear wheel |
| 196000 mi US $621 |
Replaced left front wheel bearing, alternator belt, battery terminal, & license plate light. |
| 180300 mi US $300 |
replace power steering pump |
| 181000 mi US $336 |
Leaking struts |
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