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2005 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (29%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (2%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 484 repairs.
2005 Subaru Outback body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (9%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (18%)
< $100 (64%)
Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
2005 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 56000 mi US $65 |
Problem with the panoramic moonroof where one of the metal guides came loose and prevented the moonroof from opening fully. |
| 57000 mi | The rear window trim had started to separate while the car was under warranty. The dealer told me to leave it, and when the tear started to bother me, they would fix it under warranty. I'm WELL passed the warranty, and they fixed it no problem at all. |
2005 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 84000 mi US $600 |
Sunroof entire assembly replaced...for 2nd time since I've owned car (1st time under warranty) |
| 179000 mi US $40 |
Oil and Filter change. All fluids topped up. Headlights polished as well. |
2005 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
250-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 48980 mi | Paint chipped on the front of the car, and clearcoat peeled. |
2005 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 74000 mi US $150 |
Rear latch jammed and wouldn't close. Mechanic disassembled and lubricated latch. |
| 131700 mi US $400 |
Replaced headlamp after plastic clip melted and smoked inside of glass. Not a safety issue, but fixed anyway. |
| 16050 mi | Brakes checked by dealership, window trim replaced. Both covered by warranty. |
| 70000 mi | NVH problem when hitting 2,200RPM. Repair shop tightened rear bumper fasteners and noise went away. |
2005 Subaru Outback 4dr Sedan
250-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 35000 mi | Rattle of heat shield on the exhaust system just above the CAT on the passager side of the car. |
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