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2017 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area

Engine (9%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (14%)

Chart based on 69 repairs.
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2017 Subaru Outback other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (89%)

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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.

2017 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

256-horsepower 3.6L H6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

2000 mi Side view mirrors do not comply with defensive driver recommendations. They don't swing out far enough to see full blind spots. This is "normal" for all the Outbacks. 
29000 mi Seatbelt height adjusters froze on both sides and had to be replaced. 
2000 mi Auto rear hatch stopped working. Dealer replaced a small clip they said was in a TSB. Took no more than 5 minutes 
12000 mi windshield replacement and camera configuration, due to rock damage 

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2017 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

1000 mi Windshield was replaced under warranty due to blurriness. 
44000 mi Seatbelt receiver replaced under warranty. Lifetime warranty on seatbelt parts. 
24000 mi Software glitch 
5675 mi

US $118
Chip in the windshield from road debris. 
6000 mi Rear hatch door would not shut properly due to guide pin coming out of alignment. Fixed it myself. 
600 mi New Car Service -- dealer adjusted headlight and fog light aim 

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2017 Subaru Outback Other Problems

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