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2010 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)
Other (6%)
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 346 repairs.
2010 Subaru Outback transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (62%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
| 32000 mi US $450 |
Manual transmission failed to stay in "reverse" when needed. Transmission rebuilt with replacement gears and plastic fork, along with addition of shim material. |
2010 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.0L H4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 111600 mi A $2500 |
Replaced binding centre differential |
2010 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 17000 mi | Transmission software TSB |
| 2000 mi | Hesitation on acceleration from slow speeds, then sudden power surge. |
| 130200 mi C $400 |
CV joint boot split. Whole passenger side axel replaced as a precaution. |
2010 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 255200 mi US $600 |
At time of front rotor replacement, grease was noticed on inside of wheel. Further inspection showed small cut in outer CV boot. Part is too new to be supplied by aftermarket , so an OEM replacement was installed. No mechanical failure. |
| 156000 mi US $600 |
slipping trans and not properly shifting. Would have to use paddles to down shift or upshift many times. Engine would lug along because of trans being in high gear. can't make it up steep inclines at low speeds, engines go to stall "no fix" |
| 99000 mi | Reprogramming of TCU to fix 1-2 flare / harsh shift. |
| 131000 mi US $150 |
Transmission slips in highest gear |
| 65000 mi | shudder at 1200-1500 rpm, at 20-30-40 mph, is when problem can be experienced always mechanic and shop can feel shuddering but will not acknowledge----they do not know what is causing shuddering,therefore they feel problem is normal--problem can not be reproduced in same vehicle with same engine,trans,and year |
| 117000 mi US $1400 |
axle cv boot |
| 147000 mi | torque converter replaced under warranty. lot of stalling, etc starting from a stop |
| 77500 mi C $1500 |
Hanger bearing failed, needed new drive shaft. |
| 97000 mi US $100 |
CVT converter needed to be replaced. Extended warranty covered |
| 17980 mi | Tires, one rim and drive axles replaced. Unsuccessful repair, sold car. |
| 4000 mi | CVT transmission sometimes locks in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th. Will not automatically return to drive. Also, periodic low groan from right rear when making a left turn from a stop. |
| 6200 mi | Vibration |
| 25000 mi | Vibration in front end. Not tire issue as thought. Right Front Axle needed replacement. Part Ordered. Right Front Axle replaced. Vibration issue fixed. |
| 4340 mi | The car was test driven by Subaru rep. Observed the vibration at highway speed. He thinks this is a road feel or normal performance of the CVT transmition. Very frustrating experience. Will not recommend this model to any potential buyers. |
2010 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 49640 mi | Manual transmission was sticking and resisting going into reverse. Car was just out of warranty, but dealer advocated and transmission was basically rebuilt (four synchros replaced) at manufacturer expense. |
| 51000 mi | Car vibrated and shook upon low speed turns such as parking. Replaced front center differential. |
| 40000 mi | Small vibration in the front end when cruising on the expressway. After time it got worse and would hear a clicking in the front from a acceleration from a stop. It was a front impeller shaft. Returned 2-3 weeks later. |
| 51000 mi | Had a whining noise. Ended up getting a new transmission. |
| 89700 mi US $2100 |
Clutch and throw out bearing replacement. This is a 6 spd manual transmission |
2010 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
| 131000 mi | CVT replaced |
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