| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1998 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (54%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (9%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Other
Chart based on 46 repairs.
1998 Subaru Outback transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (25%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (13%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
| 100000 mi US $900 |
Failed R front CV joint |
| 101000 mi US $400 |
Replaced other CV joint. |
1998 Subaru Outback 4-door
4-cylinder manual AWD
| 117000 mi US $140 |
CV joint had made some noise on right turns, garage looked at front while changing oil and spark plug wires. The rubber boot was torn. I believe CV was original to the car.Replaced with a lifetime wrnty. unit. |
| 132000 mi US $215 |
Front drive axle replaced due to worn CV joint |
1998 Subaru Outback 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 184000 mi US $1800 |
Tranny/Diff seal blown, replaced seal and other wear items in transmission during repair. |
| 227000 mi US $1500 |
Chattering when turning under power, Front diff fluid and transmission fluid flushed and replaced |
| 175460 mi | slippy transmission... |
| 200000 mi US $500 |
Replaced front CV shafts |
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