Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
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Subaru Outbacks for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Subaru Outback problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Subaru Outback Reliability through December 31, 2012
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.
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Repair costs are in local units.
2009 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Outback in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | A "humming" noise was detected at 40-45 mph during new car test drive. Driveshaft, bearings, and finally the (manual) transmission replaced under warranty. Noise was eliminated. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Outback in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | The floor heating vents are undersized for the Subaru. On cold days (I live in Wisconsin), the cabin can be warm but my feet and legs are cold. I was told that the low air flow from the floor vents is due to the design. The floor does warm up eventually. |
| May | 2010 | 17000 | 0 | Leak from left axle side O-ring and axle seal. Replaced left axle retainer O-ring and axle seal under warranty. |
| Aug | 2011 | 31500 | 0 | Replaced drivers side visor, which would "flop" and not stay positioned. |
| Sep | 2011 | 32000 | 0 | Outside temperature gauge "sticks". New sensor ordered. |
| Oct | 2011 | 32700 | 0 | The outside temperature indicator was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 48000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | A piece of paint bubbled up and chipped off the left side protective door trim molding (not from being hit or from a rock, etc.). The strip was replaced under manuf. warranty. |
| Feb | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | Noticed "bouncing" & loud "squeaking" noises when going over even small bumps. Inner tie rod needed to be replaced. Helped somewhat but another trip was needed as similar problem existed or returned; reported as a separate trip (stabilizer bar +). Car continued to "bounce" when going over bumps & a squeak or strained noise occurred at same time. The manuf. replaced "stablizer lk f, rub bush stab, both stablizier bar busings/brackets/link R & R." Not sure what to check above. Car would not turn over or start one morning. Later, was able to start after several attempts. Manuf. couldn't find anything wrong & so far, problem has not recurred. |
| Nov | 2011 | 89500 | 333 | Loud, high-pitched "squealing" noise. Suspected brakes. |
| Mar | 2013 | 124000 | 315 | Replace L rear wheel bearing |
| Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | brake pedal noise on removing pressure from pedal- ? malfunctioning booster |
| Sep | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | brake booster pump replaced |
| Nov | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | nav DVD drive needed replacing as well as some connections |
| Mar | 2012 | 47000 | 0 | TPMS and VDC light on dash |
| Sep | 2012 | 59000 | 0 | ignition coil cracked, misfiring |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | Headlights were adjusted to low from factory. Subaru dealer would not repair. I did the work myself. |
| Nov | 2010 | 62000 | 212 | Repaired rear brakes. New pads and turned rotors. |
| Dec | 2011 | 91000 | 0 | I had to change an axle due to a torn inner CV boot. I replaced it with a non-Subaru axle. It was from A1 Cardone. Feburary 2012: I am going to replace it again because of vibrations from the axle from time to time. |
| Jan | 2012 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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