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Year Make/Model Repair Trips Per 100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year    
2004 Subaru Baja   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Bajas, 9.4 months of data per Baja, average 146000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 Subaru Baja 95
59.594882729211% 59.594882729211% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 Bajas, 9.2 months of data per Baja, average 150000 miles
2015 Subaru BRZ   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 BRZs, 10.2 months of data per BRZ, average 28400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2014 Subaru BRZ   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 BRZs, 8.7 months of data per BRZ, average 29400 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2013 Subaru BRZ 9
0% 0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  51 BRZs, 10.3 months of data per BRZ, average 45100 miles
2018 Subaru Forester 13
3.3333333333333% 3.3333333333333% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  45 Foresters, 6.3 months of data per Forester, average 4400 miles
2017 Subaru Forester 19
32.857142857143% 32.857142857143% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  93 Foresters, 10.6 months of data per Forester, average 11800 miles
2016 Subaru Forester 25
46.598639455782% 46.598639455782% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  56 Foresters, 9.5 months of data per Forester, average 24700 miles
2015 Subaru Forester 28
35.714285714286% 35.714285714286% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  122 Foresters, 10.7 months of data per Forester, average 39300 miles
2014 Subaru Forester 37
49.047619047619% 49.047619047619% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  93 Foresters, 9.7 months of data per Forester, average 51100 miles

Redesigned.
2013 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 Foresters, 11.2 months of data per Forester, average 63900 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2012 Subaru Forester 60
71.235521235521% 71.235521235521% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 Foresters, 9.7 months of data per Forester, average 59300 miles

Some reports of excessive oil consumption.
2011 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  18 Foresters, 11.2 months of data per Forester, average 89000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2010 Subaru Forester 50
48.257839721254% 48.257839721254% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  52 Foresters, 9.7 months of data per Forester, average 83500 miles
2009 Subaru Forester 76
70.9726443769% 70.9726443769% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  40 Foresters, 9.0 months of data per Forester, average 103900 miles

Redesigned for this model year.
2008 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 Foresters, 10.7 months of data per Forester, average 80900 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 Foresters, 8.6 months of data per Forester, average 113700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 Foresters, 9.1 months of data per Forester, average 135500 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2005 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  17 Foresters, 10.5 months of data per Forester, average 116000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2004 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  18 Foresters, 9.7 months of data per Forester, average 135000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2003 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 Foresters, 8.8 months of data per Forester, average 159000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2001 Subaru Forester   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Foresters, 11.1 months of data per Forester, average 195000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 Subaru Impreza 4
0% 0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  47 Imprezas, 6.3 months of data per Impreza, average 4600 miles
2017 Subaru Impreza 17
27.142857142857% 27.142857142857% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 Imprezas, 10.0 months of data per Impreza, average 7900 miles

Common problems with the infotainment system not reflected in this stat because fixes are software-only.
2016 Subaru Impreza 4
0% 0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  60 Imprezas, 10.7 months of data per Impreza, average 21800 miles
2015 Subaru Impreza 26
31.632653061224% 31.632653061224% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  56 Imprezas, 10.8 months of data per Impreza, average 43400 miles
2014 Subaru Impreza 28
31.904761904762% 31.904761904762% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  45 Imprezas, 9.5 months of data per Impreza, average 53700 miles
2013 Subaru Impreza 26
29.802955665025% 29.802955665025% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  37 Imprezas, 10.1 months of data per Impreza, average 64600 miles
2012 Subaru Impreza 45
48.069498069498% 48.069498069498% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  37 Imprezas, 10.9 months of data per Impreza, average 74100 miles

Impreza redesigned for this model year. Some reports of excessive oil consumption in the Impreza.
2011 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 44
33.229813664596% 33.229813664596% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 8.7 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 67000 miles
2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  19 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 10.4 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 86600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.1 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 81200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.8 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 128400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2007 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.6 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 117300 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  20 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 10.1 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 109600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2005 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.7 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 130700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2004 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.7 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 137600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2002 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 11.0 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 130400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 Subaru Legacy 14
5.2380952380952% 5.2380952380952% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  101 Legacys, 5.9 months of data per Legacy, average 4800 miles
2017 Subaru Legacy 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  159 Legacys, 10.6 months of data per Legacy, average 13100 miles
2016 Subaru Legacy 17
24.829931972789% 24.829931972789% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  151 Legacys, 10.4 months of data per Legacy, average 27300 miles
2015 Subaru Legacy 21
21.428571428571% 21.428571428571% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  129 Legacys, 9.6 months of data per Legacy, average 37500 miles

Redesigned. Common problems with wind noise around the front side windows and the fuel door release.
2014 Subaru Legacy 19
14.761904761905% 14.761904761905% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  65 Legacys, 9.8 months of data per Legacy, average 54300 miles
2013 Subaru Legacy 32
41.625615763547% 41.625615763547% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  105 Legacys, 9.7 months of data per Legacy, average 70000 miles
2012 Subaru Legacy 27
20.27027027027% 20.27027027027% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  75 Legacys, 9.9 months of data per Legacy, average 76100 miles
2011 Subaru Legacy 49
39.44099378882% 39.44099378882% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  105 Legacys, 10.0 months of data per Legacy, average 92000 miles
2010 Subaru Legacy 59
60.801393728223% 60.801393728223% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 Legacys, 10.1 months of data per Legacy, average 99500 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Dramatic improvement in reliability compared to the previous generation.
2009 Subaru Legacy 90
87.993920972644% 87.993920972644% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  32 Legacys, 9.2 months of data per Legacy, average 99400 miles

Common problems with CV joint boots, and possibly also wheel bearings.
2008 Subaru Legacy 106
95.054945054945% 95.054945054945% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  49 Legacys, 9.7 months of data per Legacy, average 120200 miles

Common problems with wheel bearings and CV joint boots.
2007 Subaru Legacy   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 Legacys, 10.2 months of data per Legacy, average 110300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 Subaru Legacy 87
61.428571428571% 61.428571428571% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  34 Legacys, 10.1 months of data per Legacy, average 114200 miles

Muliple reports of problems with head gaskets, cv joint boots, sway bar links, and wheel bearings.
2005 Subaru Legacy H4 70
41.071428571429% 41.071428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  51 Legacy H4s, 8.7 months of data per Legacy H4, average 123900 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Most common problems involve struts, wheel bearings, steering pump, CV joints.
2004 Subaru Legacy   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Legacys, 9.4 months of data per Legacy, average 146000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 Subaru Legacy 95
59.594882729211% 59.594882729211% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 Legacys, 9.2 months of data per Legacy, average 150000 miles

Head gaskets are a common expensive problem with older Subarus.
2001 Subaru Legacy   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 Legacys, 10.2 months of data per Legacy, average 189000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2000 Subaru Legacy   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 Legacys, 10.0 months of data per Legacy, average 166700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 Subaru Outback 14
5.2380952380952% 5.2380952380952% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  101 Outbacks, 5.9 months of data per Outback, average 4800 miles
2017 Subaru Outback 14
18.571428571429% 18.571428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  159 Outbacks, 10.6 months of data per Outback, average 13100 miles
2016 Subaru Outback 17
24.829931972789% 24.829931972789% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  151 Outbacks, 10.4 months of data per Outback, average 27300 miles
2015 Subaru Outback 21
21.428571428571% 21.428571428571% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  129 Outbacks, 9.6 months of data per Outback, average 37500 miles

Redesigned. Common problems with wind noise around the front side windows and the fuel door release.
2014 Subaru Outback 19
14.761904761905% 14.761904761905% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  65 Outbacks, 9.8 months of data per Outback, average 54300 miles
2013 Subaru Outback 32
41.625615763547% 41.625615763547% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  105 Outbacks, 9.7 months of data per Outback, average 70000 miles
2012 Subaru Outback 27
20.27027027027% 20.27027027027% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  75 Outbacks, 9.9 months of data per Outback, average 76100 miles
2011 Subaru Outback 49
39.44099378882% 39.44099378882% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  105 Outbacks, 10.0 months of data per Outback, average 92000 miles
2010 Subaru Outback 59
60.801393728223% 60.801393728223% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  64 Outbacks, 10.1 months of data per Outback, average 99500 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Dramatic improvement in reliability compared to the previous generation.
2009 Subaru Outback 90
87.993920972644% 87.993920972644% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  32 Outbacks, 9.2 months of data per Outback, average 99400 miles

Common problems with CV joint boots, and possibly also wheel bearings.
2008 Subaru Outback 106
95.054945054945% 95.054945054945% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  49 Outbacks, 9.7 months of data per Outback, average 120200 miles

Common problems with wheel bearings and CV joint boots.
2007 Subaru Outback   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 Outbacks, 10.2 months of data per Outback, average 110300 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2006 Subaru Outback 87
61.428571428571% 61.428571428571% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  34 Outbacks, 10.1 months of data per Outback, average 114200 miles

Muliple reports of problems with head gaskets, cv joint boots, sway bar links, and wheel bearings.
2005 Subaru Outback H4 70
41.071428571429% 41.071428571429% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  51 Outback H4s, 8.7 months of data per Outback H4, average 123900 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Most common problems involve struts, wheel bearings, steering pump, CV joints.
2004 Subaru Outback   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Outbacks, 9.4 months of data per Outback, average 146000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2003 Subaru Outback 95
59.594882729211% 59.594882729211% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  29 Outbacks, 9.2 months of data per Outback, average 150000 miles

Head gaskets are a common expensive problem with older Subarus.
2001 Subaru Outback   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 Outbacks, 10.2 months of data per Outback, average 189000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2000 Subaru Outback   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 Outbacks, 10.0 months of data per Outback, average 166700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2006 Subaru Tribeca   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Tribecas, 8.2 months of data per Tribeca, average 130700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2018 Subaru WRX   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 WRXs, 8.5 months of data per WRX, average 4700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2017 Subaru WRX   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  22 WRXs, 9.9 months of data per WRX, average 13900 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2016 Subaru WRX 17
24.829931972789% 24.829931972789% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  37 WRXs, 9.4 months of data per WRX, average 24000 miles
2015 Subaru WRX 22
23.469387755102% 23.469387755102% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  32 WRXs, 8.6 months of data per WRX, average 33000 miles

Redesigned.
2018 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4
0% 0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  47 XV Crosstreks, 6.3 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 4600 miles
2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek 9
4.2857142857143% 4.2857142857143% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  27 XV Crosstreks, 9.5 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 10700 miles
2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4
0% 0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  60 XV Crosstreks, 10.7 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 21800 miles
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 26
31.632653061224% 31.632653061224% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  56 XV Crosstreks, 10.8 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 43400 miles
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 28
31.904761904762% 31.904761904762% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  45 XV Crosstreks, 9.5 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 53700 miles
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 26
29.802955665025% 29.802955665025% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  37 XV Crosstreks, 10.1 months of data per XV Crosstrek, average 64600 miles

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Subaru Reliability

You won't find Subaru reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Subaru truly differs from competing car models in reliability.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Subaru reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Subaru was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Subaru has been recently.

What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Subaru

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability and Durability of the Subaru

Subaru Reliability and Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 154-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Subaru is legendary for the durability & craftsmanship of the engine, powertrain, and vehicle frame. The interior may not be luxury, but that's fine by me. see full Subaru review
2012 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I have nearly 30,000 miles and other than oil changes and other Subaru recommended service zero issues. I am just not noticing that my brakes aren't as strong as they once were, will probably have the pads replaced next service interval. see full Subaru review
2012 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Ultimately it was Subaru's predicted reliability past 50,000 miles that had us make our final decision between this car and a Volkswagen (Jetta or Passat). see full Subaru review
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
We keep cars for 10 years or more. I expect to drive this one for the next 15. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Most owners rave about its Duability and Reliability and a big percentage of the autos are on the road after 10 years see full Subaru review
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Subaru has a great reputation for reliability. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
I just took my 2011 Outback 2.5 Limited in for its timing belt. I have 105,230 miles on the car and bought it new. It is hard to think this car was anything but a great purchase decision. $30 in repairs (gas cap, wasn't stranded) was all I've spent. I had a 2009 Jetta TDI before despite the mileage of the TDI, the Outback is much cheaper to drive. I have purchase a new battery, changed the differential fluid for the 3rd time and use Mobil 1 syth+filter every 7500 mi. Changed the spark plugs at 60k. Don't. Waste of time. They looked brand new. Will do again every 100k. Air filters every 20-30k. Headlights are a pain to change (Youtube). Mine lasted 60k. Guessing the shop will tell me when I need brakes. I think it will be a while still. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I have had zero issues with this car, it performs well for me day in and day out without fail. I love it and I am proud to say I own a Subaru. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
So far everything is great and it goes like crazy in the snow. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Reputation and family and friends experience tell me I will have this vehicle for a long time. see full Subaru review
Subaru Reliability and Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2021 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
The car feels durable and generally reliable, but expect some software glitches and likely more small issues than one may encounter in a Toyota. I still feel their cars to be more reliable than any American car though, and given the cars seem to have more thoughtfulness in their design/engineering I find this to be a worthwhile tradeoff.
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Subaru seems to have struggled with their build consistency as demand for their vehicles has surged. Avoiding the first model years is a safe bet.
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We have our first dealer visit next week for some defects that will be handled under warranty. Here's what that will cover:
  • Lane-keeping assist needs calibration, the car wants to keep too far into the right side of the lane.
  • Voice commands work fine in all other parts of the system except the navigation system. As soon as you get to anything where it asks for a location, it cannot process what you say no matter how simple it is. (Cannot even process a state name). It is not intermittent, it flat-out does not work. Only started after updating the maps via USB.
  • Shaking when braking on the highway, undoubtedly a warped rear brake rotor.
  • Weird distortion/electronic squeaking from dashboard tweeters in very specific circumstances (easily reproducible with the right songs).
I consider these all to be fairly minor issues and seemingly easy to resolve. Mechanically and build-quality wise the car has been great. 12,000 miles and there's only one intermittent rattle from the sunglasses-holder area. see full Subaru review
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Not impressed thus far. Has consumed far too much oil for a new vehicle. Dealership inspected for leaks; they did not find any. They stated the oil consumption (about three quarts every 4000 miles) is typical. Subaru Of America was no help. see full Subaru review
2010 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
No repairs needed except for headlamp bulbs and my brakes are still almost new after 78,000 miles. see full Subaru review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Sub had some issues with the 08 tune for the sti. They where prone to cracking the piston rings in sustained high rpm use. This is not a good thing !! They have since done a service recall to fix this issue. see full Subaru review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I do have some reliability concerns, as this engine is notorious for head gasket problems. I noticed that my coolant tank was empty a couple weeks ago. I'm going to track it closely now, but I will be very disappointed if I have to do major work on this engine (head gaskets). see full Subaru review
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Many more problems than any other Subaru I have owned. Lots of fit and finish issues along with failing wheel bearings and bad fuel injectors. see full Subaru review
2005 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Anecdotal reports of engine head gasket problems made me wary. see full Subaru review
2004 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Subarus are known for their Japanese make and reliability. But in the year I have owned this car, I have had anything but reliability. In twelve months, the car has been drivable for only 6. And even when it is drivable, it stalls, bucks, and gives a general feel that is not one of confidence. see full Subaru review
2002 4dr Wagon 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Annual repairs have nearly doubled price paid for vehicle; substantial engine problems; none of the 4 recalls addressed engine issues. see full Subaru review