Subaru Outback in Arizona, United States Oct 2014 - Dec 2014
Oct 2014 8000 mi	The car lags or stalls for several seconds when accelerating from a rolling start last time about 7 sec. The dealer told me it was a common complaint and was an engineering problem with the CVT trans., they did nothing! Major safety issue!

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015 18800 mi	replaced navigation/audio system; discovered defect is with design. navigation/audio has too many significant design problems; selling back the car as a lemon

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
May 2017 45000 mi US $150	front brake pads
May 2020 58000 mi US $350	Dealer screwed up brake repair and rotors were rusting from inside. This had to get repair redone

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jun 2014 - Sep 2016
Jul 2014	vibration issue. they rebalance tires, didn't fix. swap tires with others, didn't fix.. on going problem
Jan 2015	Constantly vibrating. The issue has not been resolved.

Subaru Outback in Louisiana, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2022
Jul 2016 12300 mi	Electronic parking brake would not release - vehicle could not be driven

Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2018
Jun 2014 11000 mi	Car shudders periodically.
Aug 2014 13000 mi	Car shuddered occasionally. Dealer replaced torque converter under warranty.
Oct 2014 15700 mi	When AC compressor is on, car makes a "brushing" noise.
Apr 2015 22000 mi	AC compressor continues to make intermittent noise when running. Dealer acknowledges the problem but thinks six cylinders Oubacks may make the noise. Have contacted Subaru for resolution.
Jul 2016 36000 mi	AC has continued to make intermittent noise. They replaced the condenser but this did not fix the issue. The next step is to dissemble the dash to see if they can find the source of the noise.
Aug 2016 39000 mi	AC still made intermittent noise. They replaced the AC compressor and also needed to replace the serpentine belt. No AC sound so far but need more time to make sure that the repair worked.
Oct 2016 41300 mi	Still made AC noise intermittently. They recharged the AC system. I do not know if this fixed the issue.

Subaru Outback in New Jersey, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2016
Jan 2015 18000 mi	The car would not start after a good rain. Dealer needed to change the transmission wiring harness.

Subaru Outback in Saskatchewan, Canada Apr 2014 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 39680 mi C $600	Lumbar air bag blew out.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2018
Feb 2015 15000 mi	Blown fuse replaced, but problem still exists and I have to return to the dealer.
Mar 2015 15000 mi	Cigarette lighter socket in cabin was still dead after having the others fixed.

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Apr 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 34720 mi	Rear hatch shocks were sticking at the end of extension preventing the hatch from opening completely.
May 2017 45260 mi C $418	Difficulty steering the vehicle at low speeds. Power steering found to be failing. Replaced under warranty. Clunking when driving over rough roads. Front Stabilizer links replaced. Serpentine belt was showing small cracks. Replaced.
Mar 2018 60140 mi	Had to replace the transmission after the dealer overtorqued the drain plug, causing a leak.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Jul 2019
Sep 2014 6000 mi	Rattle coming from panel underneath the steering wheel. Foam padding was added to reduce the rattle, but rattle still exists.
Dec 2014 9000 mi	Rattle looked at again, fixed this time as I had diagnosed where it was coming from. Foam padding added to panel under steering wheel.
Sep 2018 47000 mi US $660	Replaced headlight Rear brake rotors, calipers, and pads replaced.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Feb 2014 - Mar 2023
Mar 2016 35000 mi	Tailgate struts replaced under warranty.
May 2018 58000 mi	Warning lights indicate emissions system problem. Codes show loose gas cap is likely the problem. Tried three new gas caps including one OEM. Warning lights go away for a period of from 10-100 miles then return. The gas cap can't be tightened the three clicks as specified, only one. It gets loose over time. No repair done. Fixed? Several attempts. The trouble lights would come back on after 10 minutes or sometimes after 100 miles. It seems to be triggered by the gas cap. But 3 gas caps later, and the problem persisted until last Saturday, about two months after I last made an attempt to fix it by cleaning the area around the filler opening. The trouble lights mysteriously disappeared and have not returned. I'm not sure what to make of it. It's an annoyance more than anything. It's a commonly reported problem on OB and other Subie forums.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Jan 2014 - Apr 2017
Jun 2015 30000 mi	Sunglass holder would not stay closed. Holder was replaced under warranty.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022 165000 mi US $600	rear rotors/pads
May 2022 168000 mi US $650	rear backup camera replaced

Subaru Outback in Florida, United States May 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2015 16000 mi	There was a high pitched noise coming from the blower in front of the passenger glove compartment. They had to replace the entire blower motor and other parts of the A/C system.
Mar 2016 19000 mi	The dealer and to re-repair the previous issue because they installed a used resister that proved to also be defective.
Jun 2017 35000 mi	Had all four TPMS sensors replaced. Dealer in North Miami was horrible. Their only diagnostic tool of choice was a tire pressure gauge. When my air reported fine, they did not know what the PSI acceptable range was. Regardless, after replacement, they found one unit had a low battery. This took 3 trips, 3 rentals, and countless travel time (they are 2 hours away).

Subaru Outback in Minnesota, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015 23000 mi	Replaced head unit. Vehicle still has problem with head unit turning on and off.

Subaru Outback in Connecticut, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016 26000 mi	Battery had a dead cell and battery needed to be replaced

Subaru Outback in Minnesota, United States May 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022 125000 mi US $185	A/C was not cooling as well. Left low beam out.

Subaru Outback in Louisiana, United States Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
Mar 2015 12000 mi	Engine belt was loose, creating a chirping noise. Dealer service manager informed that this is a known issue and that Subaru had since changed to a smaller belt.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Sep 2013 - Mar 2018
Sep 2014 8000 mi	Replaced roof rack - buzzing nose when cargo box was on top of the car at high speeds.

Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States Jan 2015 - Jun 2022
Feb 2022 89000 mi US $175	Replace main belt

Subaru Outback in Missouri, United States Sep 2013 - Jul 2018
Nov 2014 16000 mi	Software reflash for lurching and surging, usually when cold and usually at low speeds such as driving around neighborhood.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Jul 2013 - Oct 2017
Mar 2015 28000 mi	Headlight burned out

Subaru Outback in Virginia, United States Oct 2013 - Nov 2016
May 2015 8100 mi	Accessory belt was defective (known issue, TSB out for replacement) causing it to chirp. Replaced with revised belt and issue fixed completely.

Subaru Outback in Missouri, United States Oct 2013 - Apr 2016
Aug 2014 7000 mi	Cooling system. Radiator seam leaking. Dealer replaced radiator.
Mar 2015 12000 mi	Bad serpentine belt caused chirping noise. Subaru replace belt with new improved part/belt to eliminate noise.
Nov 2015 18000 mi	Water leaking in from top trim piece on tailgate. Dealer noted seal on 3rd brake bad/deformed. Dealer replaced 3rd brake light under warranty. Leak fixed.

Subaru Outback in Georgia, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
Mar 2014 4000 mi	Squeaky drivers seat back, replacement seat damaged in shipping. Given loaner while awaiting new seat to be shipped.

Subaru Outback in Florida, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2015
Nov 2015 14600 mi	This car has a very jerky, rough transmission and the dealer keeps insisting that the jerkiness is normal. Let me put it this way: It is an automatic transmission that feels like a manual.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Apr 2016 28500 mi	Premature wear on the rear breaks due to a frozen caliper
Jul 2021 70000 mi US $200	Fixed [tie-rod]

Subaru Outback in Iowa, United States Jan 2015 - Oct 2015
Sep 2015 26000 mi	Serpentine belt was squealing and turns out a tsb was issued that corrected the problem with a new belt. Bolt broke on rear hatch strut causing it to twist.

Subaru Outback in Nebraska, United States May 2014 - Jul 2018
Nov 2015 20000 mi	Dash rattle on front right side near speaker. Dealer added felt tape to resolve.
Feb 2016 22700 mi US $5	Dash/visor rattles. 1/2" round foam weather stripping placed between dash and windshield. One sided sticky velcro on the windshield side of the slide out on the visor. small foam pad under metal piece that runs through firewall.
Dec 2017 50000 mi	Check engine light came on as well as brake light flashing. This was likely due to turning key forward to aux too soon after shutting down engine, causing misfire. Dealer cleared codes and light has not turned back on yet.
Apr 2018 58000 mi US $55	Vehicle speed sensor.. likely bad from hitting something on road or a mouse ate through the wire 3 times..

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States Sep 2015 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015 9000 mi	CVT Transmission started making raspy whirring sound. After the transmission was replaced, the car would shudder noticeably when making tight turns. Took it back to the dealer and traded it in for a 2016 WRX.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017 60000 mi	leaking transmission. diagnosed as bad gasket, dealer did a mickey mouse repair using a sealant. did not replace the gasket or the leaked fluid. 1 week later it is back at another dealer. this model has an extended warranty on the cvt transmission because of problems.

Subaru Outback in Oregon, United States Jul 2013 - May 2016
Apr 2016 41000 mi US $300	Replaced windshield

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States Apr 2014 - Apr 2017
Oct 2014 13000 mi	short block engine replaced after oil leak.
Mar 2015 22000 mi	Short block engine replaced for second time with the re-designed short block after oil light had come on and car failed oil consumption test. Oil light came on. Car failed oil consumption test. Short block engine to be replaced.
Feb 2017 42000 mi	Left strut leaking and replaced.
Apr 2017 43000 mi	Oil light sensor came on. Consumption test ordered. Car failed. Subaru to replace Short block for 3rd time.

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Nov 2017 - Dec 2020
Dec 2017 114000 mi US $200	Pads and rotors worn beyond serviceable levels. Replaced with new pads and rotors, all 4 corners
Jan 2018 116000 mi US $40	gas cap not sealing causing warnings
Jun 2018 126000 mi US $40	P0420 error. Changed plugs cleaned MAF sensor

Subaru Outback in Connecticut, United States Jun 2014 - Dec 2017
Oct 2017 56000 mi US $359	Replace front brake pads

Subaru Outback in Connecticut, United States May 2017 - Mar 2022
Dec 2019 66000 mi	Transmission failed on highway. Transmission replaced under extended warranty.

Subaru Outback in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2017 - Feb 2021
May 2019 61000 mi US $85	Headlight replaced. CANNOT do it yourself, must remove fender liner to replace bulb. Thanks, Subaru.
Sep 2019 71000 mi US $65	Gasket in the third brake light failed, and water came into the cargo area. Purchased a new third brake light for about $60, and replaced it. Problem solved.

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 57000 mi US $300	Replaced rear brake pads, no rotor damage. Replace headlight bulb out.

Subaru Outback in Alabama, United States May 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022 93000 mi US $1300	Leaking timing chain cover
Jun 2022 95000 mi US $250	Replace rear pads and rotors

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Dec 2015 - Mar 2018
Nov 2017 71479 mi US $129	Replaced two 7440 bulb and two 194 bulb on the tail lights.
Jan 2018 74000 mi	Low beam headlights
Feb 2018 74000 mi US $120	Hard cranking in cold. Already replaced battery with one with higher cold cranking amps. Dealership suspects fuel pump.

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2016
Apr 2015 24000 mi	Replaced squeaky belt for recall.
Nov 2015 32300 mi	Replaced front axle because of torn CV boot.
Jul 2016 40000 mi	CVT Transmission exploded. Replaced under warranty eventually.

Subaru Outback in Georgia, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 53000 mi US $80	Headlight out

Subaru Outback in Michigan, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2016
Jul 2014 17500 mi	A loud squealing belt noise on engine start up and occasionally aconstant chirping noise while driving. Service department installed new belt as per an existing TSB from Subaru.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2022
Nov 2015 21000 mi	Replaced faulty oil level sensor.
Jan 2017 36000 mi	Oil consumption test. (Passed)

Subaru Outback in Michigan, United States Aug 2017 - Aug 2017
Jan 2017 80000 mi US $150	Was dead - replaced it

Subaru Outback in Utah, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2018
Apr 2015 9500 mi	Battery went completely dead. Used Subaru Roadside Assistance to jump vehicle. Battery would not hold a charge. Dealer replaced under warranty. Serpentine belt was chirping.

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Nov 2017 - Nov 2020
Dec 2017 88660 mi C $200	Repair/adjust left front brake caliper saddle. During a regular service appointment it was identified as the source of a noise I was observing intermittently.
May 2018 91140 mi C $1000	mirror adjustment switch pushed in and inoperable, fixed without replacing; backup camera not working, replacement part $350

Subaru Outback in Nova Scotia, Canada May 2014 - Jan 2022
Dec 2014 3100 mi	engine cranked slowly in first cold weather of the season - so the computer was re-calibrated. Improved but still cranks more that previous models
Apr 2021 119660 mi C $345	small leak above fuel tank - giving an odour when completely filled tank ONLY. The result was to leave the situation as is due to high cost of repair, and no safety issues without a repair.

Subaru Outback in Yemen Dec 2013 - Jun 2022
Nov 2015 17400 mi	Replacement of serpentine belt

Subaru Outback in Georgia, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2022
Aug 2021 94000 mi US $800	Rear wheel bearings replaced.

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Nov 2012 - Jul 2022
Jul 2015 14000 mi	The power sunroof was having difficulty closing. Dealer performed adjustment and lube which did not solve the problem. They followed up by replacing the entire sunroof assembly and the problem is now resolved.

Subaru Outback in Indiana, United States Sep 2012 - Dec 2015
Aug 2015 33500 mi	Tailgate creak, multiple trips to repair. It was actually just needing lubrication on the latch after each car wash.

Subaru Outback in North Carolina, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
Nov 2016 113000 mi US $130	Oil pan drain plug thread was stripped during a routine oil change. Oil pan was replaced.
Feb 2017 120500 mi US $450	Replaced rear brake pads. Resurfaced rear brake rotors.
Jun 2018 135000 mi US $400	Replaced accessory drive belt due to cracking
Jul 2021 170000 mi US $200	Failed serpentine belt fixed idler bearing. Replaced idler pulley assembly and serpentine belt.
Jun 2022 180000 mi US $820	Replaced plugs and filters

Subaru Outback in California, United States Dec 2016 - Feb 2022
Oct 2021 91000 mi US $600	Replaced snapped serpentine belt.

Subaru Outback in Oregon, United States Dec 2012 - Jul 2018
Jun 2017 124000 mi US $25	The driver's side puddle lights are out. The labor cost was upwards of $250.00. Repair declined. Excessive cost for value realized.
Feb 2018 128000 mi US $100	One headlight burned out, replaced both bulbs. One fog bulb burned out, replaced both.

Subaru Outback in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2013 - Jun 2020
Jan 2018 66340 mi C $100	Gas hatchback struts not fully supporting hatch. Replaced gas cylinders.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012

Dec 2012 4000 mi

2013 H6 Outback makes constant wobbling/vibration noise from left front starting @ 1500 rpms. Brought in for service 2x in 7 days. First time "couldn't replicate". Second time called Subaru tech hotline. Known problem-no repair on horizon! Car will suddenly accelerate/lurch forward at slightest depression of gas pedal. Almost hit another car. Brought in 2x in 7 days. Sometimes no acceleration at all. Couldn't replicate either. Explanation:powerful engine.

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Dec 2016 - Mar 2018
Mar 2018 110360 mi C $1000	Replacement of rotors and cleaning of calipers

Subaru Outback in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2018 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022 140000 mi US $550	replace failed alternator with oem

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2016 27980 mi	Consuming oil. Now monitoring as by 4 k have to add oil, one litre
Jun 2018 45880 mi C $12	Oil consumption. .5 to 1 litre oil per 5000 km(

Subaru Outback in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2015 - Jul 2018
Jun 2015 30000 mi	Replace black trim at rear of window on driver side rear passenger door. Adhesive had come loose. No rattles. Only noticed when I washed the car.

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Apr 2020
Nov 2013 7220 mi	Passenger seat behind driver would not fold flat due to a cable issue. Cable replaced.
Jun 2015 16740 mi C $240	Defective passenger rear strut noticed on brake service. Replaced under warranty.
May 2018 32240 mi C $60	The catch for the back seat to fold flat had the wire come off. Easy fix, but note the same issue in year 2. The seat is not folded that often as mostly just one driver and no passenger. Aside from that at 5.5 years no issues to speak of.

Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States Apr 2013 - Mar 2016
Mar 2014 28000 mi	The CEL keeps coming on for an "intermittent misfire." The dealer cannot duplicate the fault after clearing it. At first I was told that it was a possible fuel quality issue but that has been ruled out. The issue comes after hard acceleration.
May 2014 30600 mi	Intermittent CEL fault resolved in extreme driving situations had set off engine RPM governor, activated the CEL. Driver has been educated on how to accelerate and not exceed 6000 RPMs.

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Mar 2013 - Dec 2013
May 2013	Rear hatch wasn't latching unless door slammed. Latch mechanism lubricated and adjusted. Better, but still requires a lot of force to close. Used to automatic closing hatches, so this might be normal.
Oct 2013 5000 mi	Liftgate closure was difficult. At times it looked closed but warning light would come on while driving.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2014
Dec 2013 5000 mi	Bluetooth system failed and dealer had to replace the navigation system
Jun 2014 8000 mi	Bluetooth stopped working again. Same problem as happened in December 2013

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
Aug 2015 42900 mi	front end rattle over bumpy pavement

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States Jul 2013 - Jan 2022
Jun 2015 37000 mi	Driver's window would only go up two inches when switch was used. I reseated the switch contacts, all window features work correctly now.
Mar 2016 51000 mi US $50	Low beam bulbs are really hard to change - you have to get at it through the wheel well.
Sep 2016 61000 mi US $60	Replaced headlight, side marker, and low power parking bulb.
Mar 2018 94000 mi US $300	Another light bulb fix. Took about 30 minutes. Cabin filter Sensor for electronic parking brake.
Sep 2021 120000 mi US $3500	major service - all belts, hoses, spark plugs, HT leads, replace wiring loom

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2017
Dec 2016 49000 mi US $100	One of my low beam headlights burned out. I brought my car to the dealer in order to replace both lamps.

Subaru Outback in Kansas, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2014
Apr 2014 34200 mi	Passenger side puddle light under car was not working. Dealer replaced wire harness and both lights.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Apr 2014 15000 mi	The satellite/navi unit was on the fritz. Got a new unit and it was installed in an hour.
Aug 2014 20000 mi	Rear wiper relay was shorted out, resulting in inability for rear wiper to be used in intermittent mode. Part replaced in under an hour. No charge.
Sep 2015 31000 mi	Sunroof was leaking not only when it rained, but also while using the car wash. Dealer mechanic cleaned out drain holes, but this didn't even remotely fix the problem. drivers inner door panel dented. New panel ordered under warranty.
Oct 2015 31800 mi US $10	License plate light covers cracked and fell off because where the screws attached, it shattered the lense. 2 new covers ordered. Installed by owner.
May 2016 39000 mi	Driver side puddle lights no longer worked. Passenger side fine. Replaced puddle light cluster. Work done under extended warranty. Without warranty, would have been a $500 plus job. Cost me my $50 deductible.
Aug 2017 50000 mi	The leather on the driver's seat split. The car is only 4 years old, and this shouldn't have happened. It didn't split on the seam either. Subaru of America replaced it as a "one time good will" repair. It would have cost a little over $500 otherwise.
Mar 2018 54000 mi	Was driving when I heard a loud "pop" and felt it also in my lumbar area. The lumbar support broke. Took it to the dealer and got it fixed for free, minus the $50 extended warranty deductible. While the car was in the shop, the mechanic noticed my drive belt was getting lax, so I had that replaced.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jan 2014 - Jul 2022
Apr 2019 60000 mi US $99	Wind noise due to driver side window that would not roll all the way up. Told by dealer that the vehicle has a minor main seal leak. Confirmed by local, trusted mechanic. No engine oil on driveway or in garage. No work done as yet.

Subaru Outback in Connecticut, United States Sep 2017 - Jul 2022
Apr 2019 80000 mi US $550	Key would not pull uot from steering rack.

Subaru Outback in Quebec, Canada Oct 2014 - Nov 2020
Jun 2020 99200 mi C $1200	4 discs replaced + pads
Aug 2020 102920 mi C $400	front rear wheel bearing had to be replaced

Subaru Outback in Utah, United States Sep 2015 - Jan 2022
Oct 2021 90000 mi US $275	Clock Spring broke and horn stopped working, was told by Subaru they didnt do that work and to contact a shop..Ordered the clockspring module from A1 and also ordered the Steering angle sensor module, followed Youtube videos and replaced parts in 1 hour time as DIY project...car workd perfectly afterwards, had to drive 1 mile for fault codes to clear and lights to reset.

Subaru Outback in Virginia, United States Nov 2012 - Jul 2018
Mar 2018 84000 mi US $300	The brakes started to feel shaky when I braked at high speeds. The rotors were warped.
May 2018 89000 mi US $40	Headlight, brake light, and other signal light replaced

Subaru Outback in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2022
Mar 2022 119000 mi US $800	Brakes started to squeak and the rotors were also bad. Front only, kind of pricey but we were in a pinch.

Subaru Outback in Arizona, United States Dec 2016 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 109000 mi US $850	Replaced engine and transmission mounts

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Jan 2013 - Jan 2022
Dec 2021 132000 mi US $3600	Both rear bearings replaced Bad ball joint control arms replaced

Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States May 2015 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018 85000 mi US $200	frozen caliper replaced replace spark plugs

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States May 2013 - Jul 2018
Sep 2015 45000 mi	Engine light indicating low oil turns on. Oil change at 42K, low engine oil light turned on at 44K, 45K, 46K, 47K. Service advisor advises that TSB indicates Subaru is prone to burning oil, recommends oil change at 6K interval ILO 7.5K.

Subaru Outback in Michigan, United States May 2013 - Sep 2015
Mar 2014 17000 mi	Windshield cracked due to cold with the heating element in the bottom of the windshield. No mechanical issues with the vehicle, just the crack all the way across the bottom of the front windshield.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2013 - Feb 2022
Jun 2014 12000 mi	Blocked air conditioner hose. Caused water leak in cabin on front passenger floor.
Apr 2016 31300 mi	rear view monitor in mirror failed. Dealer replaced under warranty.

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States Oct 2012 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 11000 mi	Rear hatch door latch issue causing rattles when driving over bumps and turns.

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Apr 2013 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 30000 mi US $13	Parking light went out, then a couple days later came back on. Then opposite side headlight blew. Had to remove wheel well to get to the bulb! Traded car, did not chase down other issue.

Subaru Outback in Arizona, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014 22000 mi	Squeak from under rear of car. Exhaust pipe hanger not properly aligned.
Jan 2015 24700 mi	Rubber drivers side window trim (inside bottom) folds into window and inside of door when window is lowered.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States May 2013 - Aug 2024
Dec 2016 76000 mi US $600	CVT transmission massive failure; undriveable
Mar 2017 83000 mi US $300	rear pads and rotors
Apr 2020 149000 mi US $500	Both rear wheel bearings were replaced.
Jul 2020 149000 mi US $1900	Lower control arm bushings, front struts New front brake pads
Oct 2021 170000 mi US $1400	Catalytic converters replaced

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States May 2013 - Jun 2014
Jun 2013 1000 mi	high frequency vibration noticed on steering wheel and armrest between 50 and 60 mph
Aug 2013 3000 mi	My vibration between 50-60 mph was resolved by replacing the drive line.
Sep 2013 5000 mi	Intermittent lights in Nav/Audio Panel. Nav head was replaced and problem resolved.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014 32800 mi	Noticed excessive oil consumption similar to other reports by Subaru owners. The low oil level light came on after about 4000 miles since previous oil changed. Haven't had previous issues, but could be related to bad piston rings.
Mar 2016 59000 mi	Engine found to be leaking oil. Camshafts had to be resealed/repaired. Found by inspecting before 60K mile mark, so repair still covered by powertrain warranty.
Mar 2018 83000 mi US $700	Standard brake repair from years of use Back rear strut leaking- replaced
Nov 2021 110000 mi US $250	Had another oil leak which was due to another o-ring failure- the same issue that was “fixed” at 59,000. Everything was out of pocket this time. Water leaking in from tail lamp area on rear door.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Jul 2014 - May 2019
Aug 2014 24000 mi	Rattle when driving over small bumps. Dealer found Subaru TSR addressed this issue, and performed TSR procedure. TSR 12-147-13R.
Oct 2014 26200 mi	Overhead console door started failing to latch closed, or started popping open while driving. Dealer ordered console, and replaced it after arrival.
Feb 2015 34300 mi	Rear 3rd eye brake light gasket on rear hatch defective-allowed water to enter vehicle.
Jun 2018 82000 mi US $1100	Right rear wheel bearing started to get noisy. Had both replaced.

Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States Mar 2014 - Oct 2015
Jun 2014 12000 mi	Squeaky belt was replaced under warranty. Service manager said they had several 2013 with the same issue. Said they had to replace tensioners on some, but mine were still good.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014 37700 mi	replaced v belt
Nov 2017 95000 mi US $600	replaced front shocks (also front rotors/pads maintenance)
Jun 2021 121000 mi	rear bearings replaced

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 5000 mi	noisy fanblower. replaced, but noise remains. might be the CVT. we hope this electrical hum noise resolves itself after 15k as one of the blogs we read reports dealing with a similar issue.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States May 2013 - Sep 2016
Feb 2015 12000 mi	Tire pressure sensor replaced under warrantee.

Subaru Outback in Wyoming, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2016
Feb 2014 15000 mi	grabing between front axle and rear axle, pulled off transfer box/case and replaced clutches inside, 5 hr job and gave us a rental to run a round in

Subaru Outback in California, United States Feb 2013 - Sep 2022
Feb 2014 15000 mi	Chirping noise from engine. Turned out to be bad idler pulley. The dealer replaced both idler pulleys and the serpentine belt.

Subaru Outback in Minnesota, United States Oct 2012 - Feb 2022
Mar 2015 38000 mi US $60	One lower-beam replaced.
Jun 2016 58000 mi	Oil level warning comes on and off. Dealer put the car on oil consumption testing by giving us a free oil change (Subaru pays for it). Will return there at 60k miles to check oil consumption.
Feb 2022 128000 mi US $650	CVT is failing. The dealership recommends replacement of the entire CVT unit, which is estimated to cost over $9,000. We will not do this. This car is effectively finished at 128k miles.

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Sep 2012 - Feb 2022
May 2013 5000 mi	Had to replace noisy fan motor
Sep 2016 48000 mi US $85	Replaced 3rd brake lite seal leaking water in tailgate.

Subaru Outback in Georgia, United States Oct 2012 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014 30000 mi	Oil consumption. Subaru would not warranty repair a car that burned 1 quart of oil less than every 3K miles. Additional issue with radio. Bluetooth and radio head unit issue (replace of both to get phone to work with bluetooth)

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Oct 2012 - Jan 2015
Nov 2013 15000 mi	GPS Nav screen would reset itself while driving. The old unit was replaced with a new navigation unit.
Aug 2014 23400 mi	Appeared to be burning 2 quarts of oil over the 7,000 mile oil change interval. However once the oil was changed I have since driven the vehicle for over 5,000 miles and the engine oil is about 2/3 of a quart low... Reasonable.

Subaru Outback in Louisiana, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2021
Nov 2016 48600 mi US $200	Seal for third brake light was allowing water into the top panel of the read door which would leak into the car.
Aug 2017 54000 mi	There was a service bulletin for the brake calipers (I think that's what it was). They had to be removed and reattached. They found it when I asked about pad wear. Once found they deemed my car unsafe to drive. Cost of repair was covered by Subaru.
May 2018 61000 mi	Seal for the third brake light went bad.

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Sep 2012 - Dec 2017
Jan 2016 52800 mi	Oil consumption is awful. Between 1500 miles and 2500 miles I have had to add a quart of oil since car was new. Dealer says I have to come back periodically for Oil Consumption Test. In the end I COULD get a new engine.
Jul 2017 62000 mi US $17	Replaced right headlight. Of the 15-20 cars I have owned, changing an outback headlight is absolutely the most ridiculous and difficult process.

Subaru Outback in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2017
Jan 2015 31700 mi	Second headlight replacement.
Jun 2017 44000 mi	Upon opening tailgate after a heavy rain, water poured out of the door from two seams at the top of the door - which was pointing down of course at the time. The dealer originally thought that the brake light at the top of the door was leaking but it was not that. They kept the car overnight because their window person was due there the next day. They resealed the window and all has been fine. The dealer did replace the brake light up top "just in case." This was all under my warranty. They also did a courtesy replacement of some dead bulbs and windshield wipers at no cost.

Subaru Outback in South Carolina, United States Nov 2012 - Feb 2017
May 2015 53000 mi	Drivers seat would not adjust. Wire insulation under seat was worn and shorted out.
Aug 2015 56200 mi	All at once everything on the dash lit up and the engine shut off. Required extensive work to locate the problem. A wire in the center of a bundle of wires was missing insulation for several inches, causing a short, killing a module.
Dec 2015 62000 mi	Passenger side headlight had several bulbs fail

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Feb 2013 - Dec 2013
Sep 2013 14000 mi	The lock of the tailgate in a wrong position. So it makes a lot of noises

Subaru Outback in South Carolina, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2014
Jul 2013 17200 mi	Overhead light cover buzzed on rough roads.

Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States Jan 2013 - Feb 2018
May 2013 3000 mi	Front right seat belt latch was wobbly. Found seat belt retainer bolt was cross-threaded. Removed and replaced lower seat assembly. Issue fully resolved. Took 1.5 hours.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jan 2013 - Aug 2017
Dec 2016 40000 mi US $550	A radiator seal was leaking. Radiator replaced.

Subaru Outback in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2012 - Aug 2015
Nov 2014 17500 mi	D/S window was pulling inner rubber window gasket down into door, causing binding and making the window stop and not go up or down.

Subaru Outback in Idaho, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2015
Jul 2014 26300 mi	Driver's side puddle lights would not work. Both lights and the wiring harness had to be replaced.

Subaru Outback in New Jersey, United States Jul 2014 - Jan 2022
Jun 2016 74000 mi US $150	Dead Battery
May 2020 138000 mi US $5000	CVT and computer replacement. Trans would stop shifting.

Subaru Outback in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2014 - Dec 2022
Feb 2016 38440 mi	Backup cam and bluetooth were not working right, dealer replaced Head unit and Camera under warranty, 1 trip to diagnose, 2 trips to fix
Jun 2018 65720 mi	Oil consumption test, 2nd reading, verdict to be confirmed
Sep 2018 66960 mi	short block replacement due to excessive oil consumption

Subaru Outback in Washington, United States Jan 2013 - Jan 2014
Jul 2013 14500 mi	Serpentine belt replaced

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jun 2012 - Mar 2019
Nov 2013 7600 mi	Replacement of navigation head (under warranty).

Subaru Outback in Alaska, United States Apr 2017 - Jan 2018

Jun 2017 67000 mi

Oil pressure came on twice within two hours on June 25th. Technicians found it was short by about 1 quart of oil. The vehicle is currently undergoing an oil consumption test for the next 1200 miles. The test is no cost to me because it is covered under a class action suit against Subaru concerning certain vehicles have been found to consume oil excessively. If my vehicle fails the consumption test, then Subaru will replace the engine at no cost, and provide a free loaner.

Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2018
May 2017 68200 mi	Sounded like a bearing but turned out to be a brake shield that was a little bent and rubbing. Fixed at no charge.
Dec 2017 76260 mi C $150	Middle brake light was leaking into trunk. Lighting housing replaced.

Subaru Outback in Quebec, Canada May 2017 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 58280 mi	Battery Complete engine replacement.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2017 - Feb 2022
Feb 2018 118000 mi US $500	Car developed a clunk - dealer replaced tie rod end. Car is better but not perfect.

Subaru Outback in Texas, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018 149000 mi US $100	Replacement of wobbly idler pulley.
May 2018 154000 mi US $5400	Total CVT Rebuild. Transmission completely shot after 154,00 miles. Yes had to have Outback flat bedded to trans shop for rebuild after local mechanic identified it as a trans problem. Shop gave me 3 options, a partial rebuild for $3400.00, full rebuild for $5400.00 and $7200.00 for new trans plus installation. If this had happened closer to 100,000 miles probably could have qualified for new Subaru CVT warranty. 95% of all mileage done on highway and I had trans fluid changed at 100,000 miles. Engine is still strong so I will keep it a while longer but not happy that Subaru is not being up front about servicing trans more frequently to live up to durability of non CVT transmissions.

Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2015 - Oct 2021
Jun 2018 111000 mi US $945	rr front and rear brake pads and rotors'..four new tires and alignment

Subaru Outback in Missouri, United States Apr 2013 - Feb 2019
Mar 2018 46800 mi US $15	Left headlight failed right headlight failed shortly after left

Subaru Outback in Manitoba, Canada Nov 2017 - Mar 2018
Feb 2018 52080 mi C $300	Engine oil pressure switch leaking, replaced Replaced cv joint boot

Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States Feb 2018 - Jun 2022
Mar 2018 77000 mi	New battery
Jun 2018 82000 mi US $10	The sunglasses holder was remaining open, due to a broken ball bearing in the clip that attaches the unit to the overhead light.

Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2018 - Apr 2018
Apr 2018 67000 mi	Backup camera not working.

Subaru Outback in Arkansas, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018 86000 mi	Transmission Shudder

Subaru Outback in Alberta, Canada Apr 2013 - Apr 2021
Apr 2017 39680 mi C $84	Replace low beam headlight
Mar 2018 52700 mi C $525	Replace front brake pads

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States May 2015 - Sep 2016
Mar 2016 34000 mi	Backup camera stopped workimg

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2022
Jun 2015 30000 mi US $100	noise from the front end dealer did not repair it need to go back the suspension holding break calipers front left front wheel was loose and making noise the problem that Subaru dealer was NOT able/ willing to discover/correct - bad dealer - but independent mechanic pinpoint the defect and corrected it for total of 100 dollars
Oct 2017 48000 mi US $75	new battery installed by owner -Interstate battery - 75 dollars at Costco dealer asked for 180.00 dollars ....
May 2022 85000 mi US $600	replace CV joints

Subaru Outback in California, United States Apr 2015 - Jan 2018
Oct 2015 30000 mi	TPMS malfunction--repaired under warranty
Dec 2015 31000 mi	Drivers side window sticking
Nov 2017 45000 mi US $3	Occasional water leak into rear cargo area. Found that 3rd brake light assembly may be leaking water into rear hatch and into rear cargo area. Bought $3 waterproof clear caulk and smeared around the edge (between brake light lens and rear hatch). No leaks since.

Subaru Outback in New Jersey, United States Mar 2014 - Mar 2018
Apr 2015 8200 mi	Cigarette lighter stopp working

Subaru Outback in Ohio, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 22000 mi	Driver Window Stopped Raising/Lowering completely at times. Dealer could not replicate.

Subaru Outback in Quebec, Canada Jan 2017 - Jul 2022
Feb 2017 53320 mi	Right Front bearing
Jun 2017 53940 mi C $5	Known issue: sealing around 3rd stop light leaky
Dec 2017 58900 mi	Ventilation and AC cluster and flashers wont turn on for 5 mn when started After aprox. 5 mn, everything works fine Outside temperature is below -15C
May 2019 65720 mi C $1200	Front left wheel bearing play and noise, $500 Changed tie-rod bushings, $400 Rear brake rotors, $300
Nov 2020 83700 mi C $500	Rear left [wheel bearing] Now all corners have been changed.

Subaru Outback in California, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
Mar 2016 31000 mi	replace serpinteen belt

Subaru Outback in Kansas, United States Jul 2015 - Aug 2017
Nov 2016 38300 mi US $120	Wheel stud was cross-threaded and over-torqued by the wheel gorilla during tire rotation. Replaced wheel stud.

Subaru Outback in Virginia, United States May 2016 - Dec 2016
May 2016 49000 mi US $5	Excessive oil consumption episode #4 1 quart oil mysteriously disappears. Random, unpredictable.
Sep 2016 61000 mi	Bluetooth still crappy and no solution. Continues to burn oil.

Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 62800 mi	Burning oil...about 1 quart per 4000 miles. Dealer indicated this was normal. Only a concern if burning a quart every 1200 miles or less.
Feb 2017 72000 mi	Conducted oil consumption test...results were within specs.
May 2018 90000 mi US $30	Replaced rear brake pads.

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017 58000 mi	Starter motor replaced as it was noisy
Sep 2017 74000 mi	Short block replacement

Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2016 - Nov 2016
Jun 2016 71000 mi	was waiting on outcome of subaru court settlement. car was burning 1 quart for every 700 miles. took to dealer for oil consumption test. dealer did not believe it was that much, went through test. new short block going in next month, yep.
Jul 2016 72200 mi	Typical oil consumption at a very high rate. Shortblock replaced in July. 4500 miles in Engine still has oil consumption issues going back for another round of OCT as burn rate qualify for another shorblock.
Nov 2016 78000 mi	Verified after 1200 mile run that car still burning in excess still. New now 3rd shortblock on order for replacement.

Subaru Outback in New York, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Sep 2015 43000 mi US $15	Headlight needed to be replaced. The headlights on this vehicle are fairly difficult to replace - requiring about an hour once you've done it a couple times.

Subaru Outback in California, United States May 2013 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022 120000 mi US $1900	Clutch replacement

Subaru Outback in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2018
Jan 2016 45800 mi US $20	Purchased this Certified Pre-Owned 2013 Outback from Local Dealer. After 2-months the oil light came on - It was 1 quart low. Added 1 quart of oil 1/5/16.
Mar 2016 50000 mi US $5	We drove to Toronto 3/11/16 and checked oil before we left. Added just under 1 quart of oil.
Apr 2016 50700 mi US $5	Low oil alert came on again on 4/15/16 and had to add 1 quart of oil. This car is burning oil at a rate of one (1) quart every couple thousand miles.
May 2016 51700 mi US $1	Oil & Filter Change by Dealer - Discussed the excessive oil consumption and requested the dealer perform Excessive Oil Consumption Test. Came back after 1200 miles - it was 1/4 qrt low. Svc Mgr stated it passed test (less than 1/3 qrt) Check oil level after 740 miles and it was 1/4 quart low - added 1/4 quart of oil
Jun 2016 54000 mi US $2	Checked oil at 53913 miles (1,076 miles from last oil add)- added 1/2 Quart Oil
Jul 2016 54300 mi US $5	Oil Light came on at 54756 Miles - checked oil and it was 1 quart low Oil light came on and had to a 1 quart of oil
Dec 2016 62000 mi US $5	Oil light came on and owner added 1 quart of 0W-20 oil.
Jan 2017 64164 mi US $5	Oil light came on. Checked and added 1 quart
Feb 2017 66325 mi US $5	Checked oil.found it was 1 quart low. Added 1 quart of engine oil
Mar 2017 68200 mi US $5	Oil light came on. Checked and added 1 quart of oil

Subaru Outback in Nova Scotia, Canada Dec 2016 - Jun 2017
Oct 2016 65100 mi C $600	Replaced tie-rod end