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2013 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (7%)

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2013 Subaru Outback transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (30%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

128000 mi

US $650
CVT is failing. The dealership recommends replacement of the entire CVT unit, which is estimated to cost over $9,000. We will not do this. This car is effectively finished at 128k miles. 
138000 mi

US $5000
CVT and computer replacement. Trans would stop shifting. 
85000 mi

US $600
replace CV joints 
86000 mi Transmission Shudder 
154000 mi

US $5400
Total CVT Rebuild. Transmission completely shot after 154,00 miles. Yes had to have Outback flat bedded to trans shop for rebuild after local mechanic identified it as a trans problem. Shop gave me 3 options, a partial rebuild for $3400.00, full rebuild for $5400.00 and $7200.00 for new trans plus installation. If this had happened closer to 100,000 miles probably could have qualified for new Subaru CVT warranty. 95% of all mileage done on highway and I had trans fluid changed at 100,000 miles. Engine is still strong so I will keep it a while longer but not happy that Subaru is not being up front about servicing trans more frequently to live up to durability of non CVT transmissions. 
76000 mi

US $600
CVT transmission massive failure; undriveable 
1000 mi high frequency vibration noticed on steering wheel and armrest between 50 and 60 mph 
3000 mi My vibration between 50-60 mph was resolved by replacing the drive line. 
52080 mi

C $300
Replaced cv joint boot 
15000 mi grabing between front axle and rear axle, pulled off transfer box/case and replaced clutches inside, 5 hr job and gave us a rental to run a round in 

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2013 Subaru Outback Transmission Problems

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