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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%)

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2017 Subaru Outback suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 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

29000 mi Clunking noise in front suspension when traversing rough roads. Dealer says its normal, but its getting worse. Rattling noise when traversing rough roads from front driver side. Dealer replaced worn front strut mount. Noise continues. 
3000 mi grinding noise sounded like wheel bearing failure 
13000 mi suspected wheel bearing failure dealer could not find issue at this time 
70000 mi

US $107
Right front wheel bearing. 
37000 mi

US $50
Right rear strut leaking. Strut replaced under extended warranty. 

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2017 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

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

12000 mi Vibration from front end when accelerating. 
18625 mi A front-end noise was verified to be coming from the steering tension spring (TSB #04-17-17R) which was then replaced in December, 2017. That didn't eliminate the noise, so Subaru replaced the steering rack under warranty. 

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2017 Subaru Outback Suspension Problems

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