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Subaru Baja repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

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Subaru Baja electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (57%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

56000 mi

US $1700
and light behind clock. 

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2005 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT

turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 5-speed manual AWD

168000 mi

US $120
A/C did not engage, needed replacement of a schraeder valve and recharge. 

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2004 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT

turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 5-speed manual AWD

64207 mi

US $232
A/C lost charge due to cracked hose. Hose replaced, A/C recharged 
87744 mi

US $202
Recharged A/C (happens annually) 
90000 mi

US $306
Trailer hitch installed by U-haul 13 years ago used wire nuts that weren't intended for exterior wiring. Caused a short resulting in a turn signal that made a ratcheting sound instead of clicks, and a failure of the brake lights. Took mechanic more time than expected to diagnose, so he kept car overnight. 

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2003 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

167900 mi

US $20
replaced both headlights 

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2003 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

106000 mi

US $35
Evacuated and recharged A/C system. Unsure if this is considered "repair" or "maintenance" in a 7+ year old auto with 100K+ miles. 

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Subaru Baja Electrical Problems

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