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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%)
Chart based on 58 repairs.
Subaru Baja engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (23%)
$1000 - $2499 (18%)
$500 - $999 (23%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (9%)
Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT
turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 26000 mi US $700 |
replaced the fuel pump |
| 117807 mi US $250 |
Repaired leaky left side (driver's side) fuel rail. |
2004 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT
turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| 84000 mi US $12 |
Coolant bottle cap cracked |
| 87744 mi US $202 |
Removed loose heat shield |
| 92859 mi US $1118 |
Exhaust replaced from CAT back |
| 96000 mi US $600 |
Engine blown, car sold |
2004 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 120900 mi US $4200 |
Not sure if my son did more damage to the engine, or it just did not last long because of turbo. |
| 122900 mi US $3163 |
Changed engine, bought rebuilt engine paid a shop to install and finish rebuilt engine. fuel leak |
| 7000 mi US $275 |
check engine evap code changed out older hoses fixed problem. |
| 6000 mi US $525 |
Radiator hose cracked. |
| 183000 mi US $3000 |
catastrophic turbo failure |
2003 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 188000 mi US $3400 |
Head gaskets, water pump, timing belt, tensioners, and clutch |
| 97000 mi US $150 |
Thermostat Housing Cover and Thermostat, $190 Valve Cover Gaskets replaced, $200 Replaced Muffler |
| 110000 mi US $600 |
Head gasket leaking oil and water, no abnormal running issues. Replaced head gaskets. This is a common issue with Subaru. Head gasket externally leaking oil and coolant |
| 194000 mi US $1200 |
Head gaskets blown; also performed 100K maintenance (195K miles) including water pump, timing belt, accessory drive belts and pulleys, plugs, wires and all filters. |
| 200000 mi US $300 |
Head gaskets blown again after just 5000 miles. |
| 2410980 mi | Spun rod bearings. Replacement engine on order. |
| 241098 mi US $700 |
Replaced engine due to spun rod bearings. |
2003 Subaru Baja 4dr SUT
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 68000 mi US $1600 |
Replace intake & exhaust valves on number 3 and 4 cylinders due to pitting caused by oil deprivation. At same time, replace timing belt. |
| 151000 mi US $1700 |
Replacement of valve cover gaskets, oil pan, crank seal, and rear main seal. |
| 230000 mi US $2500 |
Overheated, cracked block, replaced engine |
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