2006 Subaru Tribeca Problems and Repair Histories
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2006 Subaru Tribecas for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2006 Subaru Tribeca problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Subaru Tribeca Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | Subaru Tribeca | 20 Tribecas, 9.1 months of data per Tribeca, average 86600 miles Small sample size. Join or 20 Tribecas, 9.1 months of data per Tribeca, average 86600 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2006 Subaru Tribeca
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| Subaru Tribeca in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 100000 | 10 | Driver side headlight out. DIY replaced. ~30 min to figure out how to install without manual or instructions. |
2006 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Tribeca in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 75020 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 83860 | 60 | Door window winder motor starting to fail. Cleaned the mechanism and window guides. |
| Mar | 2013 | 88040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 59000 | 600 | Near side suspension arm bushes worn causing dangerous play in steering |
| Dec | 2012 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 98000 | 860 | Front end lower control arm bushings, rear. |
| Mar | 2013 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 52700 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 75820 | 150 | R.DIFF.TEMP light on/off; the mechanic cleaned it and changed the differential oil. |
| Mar | 2013 | 77500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 22 | Driver headlight bult OEM | |
| Apr | 2010 | 22 | Passanger headlight bulb | |
| May | 2010 | 22 | Driver headlight bulb | |
| Jun | 2010 | 500 | x2 Front struts x2 Front strut mounts x2 Lower control arms bushings rear x4 sway bar bushings | |
| Jan | 2011 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Right foglight burned out. Alignment on right headlamp off, and had been creating gap in field of vision since purchase. Dealer realigned headlamp and replaced foglight under warranty. | |
| May | 2008 | 0 | Left headlamp burned out. Replaced under warranty. Car pulling to right under hard braking. Realigned under warranty and fixed problem. | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Right headlamp burned out. Replaced under warranty. | |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Rattling sound coming from engine bay at idle or in reverse. Diagnosed as loose heatshield. Tightened and replaced with new mounts (TSB was issued about this). Also added new weatherstripping to rear hatch (TSB issued about this also) to prevent rattling. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 111000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 88000 | 106 | whining noise. replaced belt tensioner. |
| Dec | 2012 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 58000 | 170 | Check Engine Light Illuminated, Stability Control light Illuminated, Cruise Light flashed. Cruise control went INOP. OBD Code of P0031 Heated Oxygen sensor. RealTimeScan: O2 sensor 1 lazy, O2 sensor 2 INOP. Replaced both O2 sensor. fixed |
| May | 2012 | 61500 | 0 | AC drain hose plugged. Removed, cleaned, replaced hose. Symptom: Front Passenger Floor mat became wet... so slight at first, source was hard to find. But became noticeable after driving in heavy rain. |
| Jun | 2012 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 100 | Water gushing onto passenger side floor when turning left. Dealer stated that the AC line is clogged with leaves and therefore my expense. Also, the vehicle coolant was empty. Had 30,000 mile maintenance $490. | |
| Feb | 2011 | 118000 | 950 | Radiator leak caused overheating problem. Radiator and new thermostat installed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 159000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 66000 | 140 | Rubber bushing in rear suspension broke and started to leak. Dealer replaced $100 part and charged $40 for labor. Car started running better after the repair too. |
| Nov | 2012 | 86700 | 110 | Replaced original battery with new one. |
| Mar | 2013 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 64000 | 0 | a tether to an engine mount broke and had to be welded. |
| Mar | 2012 | 72000 | 0 | bolt loose |
| Mar | 2013 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 35340 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 41300 | 20 | Front sway bar bushings needed replacement to address a subtle front end "clunk" when going over bumps. |
| Jun | 2012 | 56420 | 200 | Replaced drivers side door lock actuator. $37 for part and about 1.5-2 hours to do myself. Replaced front ball joints. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68200 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 40000 | 550 | Rack and Pinion replaced. |
| Subaru Tribeca in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 57000 | 150 | Front end noise. Worn bushings and control arm. Replace with aftermarket bushings with grease fittings. Problem completely resolved. |
| Sep | 2011 | 62000 | 400 | Had iridium spark plugs changed. Done in the shop, as it involved removing the coils, and valve covers (and replacing the gaskets). Just wanted people to know that this is a costly repair and not easily done. |
| Jan | 2012 | 66000 | 100 | Replace battery, change oil |
| Sep | 2012 | 77000 | 1940 | Wheels out of alignment. Installed strut alignment kit. Also needed to replace all 4 tires alignment DESTROYED one. . Had oil change/lube as well. Total : 1970.00 Had brakes done. Rotors replaced and pads. Forgot this was part of bill for oil change/lube, strut alignment kit install, and tire replacement. Total was $1970 |
| Apr | 2013 | 80000 | 1700 | Compressor -a Subaru only part; no after market parts are (ever available). |
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