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Subaru Tribeca repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (2%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 186 repairs.
Subaru Tribeca transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (24%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 167000 mi US $400 |
inner driver side cv boot. |
2009 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 101000 mi US $5000 |
and torque converter |
2008 Subaru Tribeca
Engine not specified
| 46000 mi | replaced transmission!!! |
| 94000 mi US $652 |
False warning from rear diff temp sensor. Subaru has an improved sensor light ground attachment point, used on the new model. My dealer is now savvy to the problem due to me, so they just fix it each time. Should put dialectric grease and then silicone. |
2008 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 59500 mi US $2500 |
Replaced torque converter |
| 116000 mi US $800 |
replaced axles |
| 115000 mi US $175 |
Replace transmission hose due to small leak and deterioration. |
| 124300 mi US $300 |
CV boot replaced |
| 115000 mi | rear differential temperature sensor developed intermittent connection. Was repaired under warranty. |
| 106000 mi US $130 |
CV axle boots ripped. |
| 144000 mi US $375 |
Stability control light, check engine light remained on and cruise control light flashed. Indicated transmission issue. Mechanic changed transmission fluid and filter. Issue resolved. |
2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 96700 mi US $160 |
Car wouldn't shift into 5th w/o going back to Drive. Wouldn't shift up or down in gear manual. Took it to very reliable trans shop. Didn't work on these, but kept it a few days, changed the fluid (only), and it not only shifts but mpg is up |
| 102000 mi US $5000 |
Transmission not shifting properly or, at times, without manual assistance. Complete rebuild. |
| 116000 mi US $130 |
After rebuild, transmission was not shifting properly. Reprogrammed secondary module in order to improve transmission functions. Difference is night and day. |
| 78540 mi C $150 |
R.DIFF.TEMP light on/off; the mechanic cleaned it and changed the differential oil. |
| 131000 mi US $300 |
right front inner axle boot leaking, needed replacement |
| 130000 mi US $40 |
Drain/fill Transmission fluid. |
| 98000 mi US $60 |
rear diff temp light intermittently on, loose sensor wire |
| 143000 mi | Transmission slipped. |
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