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2016 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area
Engine (10%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (41%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (9%)
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 90 repairs.
2016 Subaru Outback body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (90%)
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.
2016 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 9500 mi | Rattling wind noise at the passenger side door especially evident during crosswinds. Resolved by a TSB where updated rubber trim was installed. |
| 3000 mi | There were several interior rattles (particularly the defroster strip against the windshield) and one exterior rattle (the engine under pan). |
| 3500 mi | when driving in crosswinds the noise was like gravel and leaves hitting the windows. dealer performed TSB 12-176-14R. The noise is better but still occurs. Left side outside mirrors reflection is wavy and distorted. Dealer replaced the glass in the mirror assembly, Its better but not by much. |
2016 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 36000 mi | Replaced defective roof rack, which was warping. |
| 47750 mi | Trunk/hatch fails to close fully, regularly. Dealer could not replicate, but lubed and checked parts. |
| 67000 mi US $500 |
Sun roof came off track. The track assembly needed to be replaced. |
| 29000 mi | Seat frame on drivers side needed to be replaced. |
| 6300 mi | Squeaking drivers seat. Uncomfortably aggressive lumbar support. |
| 3000 mi | Roof racks had gaps where they contact the roof. Subaru had issues a TSB for this problem and the dealer replaced them under warranty. |
| 8958 mi | Replaced roof rack due to warping and gapping of trim. |
| 9000 mi | Finish rubbed off on steering wheel bezel. New bezel was ordered and installed. |
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