| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1997 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (47%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (0%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
Chart based on 19 repairs.
1997 Subaru Outback suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (29%)
$100 - $499 (57%)
< $100 (14%)
Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
| 180000 mi US $300 |
replaced rear wheel bearings |
| 147000 mi US $300 |
Replaced rear struts. |
| 123000 mi | The car has been several times for the same problem--major rattling under the car. Sounds like something in the suspension is falling off. It's been in and out of two different shops four times--one shop for four days! VERY unsuccessful. |
| 124000 mi US $600 |
Same problem--major rattling under the car. Sounds like something in the suspension is falling off. The prior repair shop replaced struts, but not the mounts. This time we replaced the mounts too. Still rattling. |
| 157000 mi | Wheel bearing replaced. |
| 281000 mi US $150 |
Stering rack failed |
1997 Subaru Outback 4-door
4-cylinder manual AWD
| 270000 mi US $350 |
wheel bearings shot, new strut needed |
| 273000 mi | inner tie rods and right front strut |
| 252000 mi US $580 |
wheel bearings needed to be replaced on both front wheels |
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