| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
Chart based on 90 repairs.
2016 Subaru Outback engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (11%)
< $100 (78%)
Chart based on 9 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
| 121000 mi US $680 |
One of the radiator fans was dislodged and melted into the fan assembly. Both fans and fan assembly were replaced. |
| 25000 mi | Car cranked but would not start. At the dealer, the problem could not be reproduced, no repair needed. Diagnosis was code: immobilizer key malfunction. No further issues. |
2016 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 15500 mi | Engine takes long time to reach normal operating temperature (~20 minutes of city driving when outside temperature is -10 Celcius). This was second trip for same problem. Dealer says everything is normal, no repair was performed. I'm not satisfied. Cold engine uses more fuel. Winter consumption is over 11 l/100km. Summer, consumption is about 8.5 l/100 km. |
| 32000 mi | Oil pan leak- replaced at no cost |
| 30000 mi US $245 |
Poor acceleration and gas mileage. Mechanic cleaned fuel injectors. Also aligned wheels to correct poor tire wear |
| 23000 mi | Mechanic cracked oil pan while doing oil change. R/R oil pan |
| 9000 mi | Cam phase sensor replace under warranty. Took about 2 hours total. |
| 18000 mi | Engine was replaced with new short block to solve internal noise. |
2016 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 13640 mi | Oil drain plug boss was leaking oil. A new oil pan, sealant and oil were replaced |
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