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2021 Subaru Outback repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (67%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (11%)

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2021 Subaru Outback repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (0%)

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$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2021 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD

Subaru Outback in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

4800 mi
Software updates to CPU that operates navigation, Eyesight and cruise control. All are freely provided by Subaru through the dealer. System would shut down and reboot while driving. 
Jun 2022

8000 mi
Updated central system operating navigation etc. Subsequent to update, everything works flawlessly. 
Subaru Outback in California, United States
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
May 2022

14807 mi
Infotainment system replacement due to system randomly freezing and/or rebooting 
Subaru Outback in California, United States
Feb 2021 - Jun 2021
Apr 2021

4600 mi
Erratic shifting, transmission chatter/warble on tip in. Dealer Replaced rotors, break pads, front half shafts - did nothing with the transmission. Did not fix the issues. After two similar issues with late model Crosstreks, the car found a home at CarMax. Last Subaru ever. 
Subaru Outback in Arkansas, United States
Mar 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

7000 mi
Replaced GPS/radio module 
Subaru Outback in Oregon, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

6000 mi
HVAC Compressor line worn through because of rubbing against intercooler. Tech replaced/rerouted new line and recharged system. Infotainment/Nav system operation very erratic. System frequently delays responding to touch commands, reboots itself, locks out functions such as radio (soft restart of system sometimes restores function - turning vehicle off and on also helps restore function). 
Subaru Outback in Florida, United States
Nov 2020 - Aug 2023
Jul 2021

9653 mi
Head unit spontaneously shut down. All systems controlled by head unit (radio, A/C, Eye Drive systems e.g. adaptive cruise) also went offline. System restarted automatically. This has happened several times. Dealer updated system MFI OBDII Update, and ECU update. Problem persists. Stay Tuned.... 

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2021 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon

182-horsepower 2.5L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD

Subaru Outback in Indiana, United States
Dec 2020 - Dec 2022
Nov 2022

44000 mi
Rear liftgate sensor not operating properly. Works intermittenly 

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