2004 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
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2004 Subaru Outbacks for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2004 Subaru Outback problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2004 Subaru Outback problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2004 Subaru Outback problems and repair histories that follow it.
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.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2004 | Subaru Outback | 21 Outbacks, 7.6 months of data per Outback, average 124800 miles Small sample size. Join or 21 Outbacks, 7.6 months of data per Outback, average 124800 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2004 Subaru Outback
Engine not specified
| Subaru Outback in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 141000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 165000 | 250 | new cv joints and axle |
| Dec | 2012 | 169000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 127000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 135000 | 660 | Needed new pads, rotors resurfaced |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
212-horsepower 3.0L H6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Outback in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 74000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 75000 | 500 | Front boots on axle were bad. Axle was replaced. |
| Subaru Outback in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 74000 | 0 | Leaky sunroof was dripping water into the trunk. The dealership thought it was fixed with their water testing, but on another heavy rain it reappeared. Dealer noticed something (I can't think of what it was) broken dealing with the suspension/steering going to the front right tire. |
| Oct | 2011 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 41000 | 660 | AC was not blowing cold. Replaced high and low hoses, recharged system. Left front door power lock actuator was not working. Replaced part. Brake pads replaced and discs resurfaced on all four wheels. Rear sway bar linkages (both) were worn. Replaced. |
| Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 111000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 111000 | 330 | Wheel bearing failed; replaced bearing |
| Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 88660 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 91760 | 0 | Replaced the right rear wheel bearing. |
| Aug | 2011 | 97640 | 260 | Scraping noise on the front left side when the brakes were heated. Investigated and noticed scrape marks on the top brake pad retaining clip. Brought it to my mechanic and replaced the Front left wheel bearing & hub. |
| Apr | 2012 | 99800 | 100 | Exhaust flange (between muffler & midpipe) had a leak. Took it to an exhaust shop to have the old flanges cut off and patched together with a piece of pipe. |
| Nov | 2012 | 103820 | 0 | Replaced alternator due to low voltage output. |
| Mar | 2013 | 106020 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Outback in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 101000 | 800 | New water pump, timing belt and thermostat. replaced clutch assembly. replaced front and rear differential fluid replaced seal in rear differential oil change |
| Apr | 2011 | 103000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 92000 | 2300 | clutch replacement and pulleys replaced |
| Sep | 2011 | 96000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 148000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 151700 | 1800 | Replaced head gasket, etc. |
| Apr | 2013 | 156000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 5000 | Full repaint of the car covered under manufacturer's warranty. | |
| Jun | 2008 | 450 | Rear Shock replacement. | |
| Subaru Outback in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 108000 | 1000 | Head gasket leaking was causing temp gauge to peg on "H" after a few miles of driving. Last time was just 24 months ago. This is the THIRD time the head gasket has had to be machined and replaced, in the 8 years since purchased new. |
| Subaru Outback in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 155000 | 600 | Replaced passenger side catalytic converter. |
| Feb | 2013 | 158300 | 3100 | Replaced catalytic converters. |
| Mar | 2013 | 160000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 89000 | 950 | Moderate sized area of rust through on driver's side rear wheel well and rust area in center of hood. |
| Sep | 2012 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 77000 | 1450 | Head Gaskets replaced. Discovered during routine maintenance that oil and coolant were mixing and that the head gaskets were in poor condition. |
| Dec | 2011 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 71300 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 89280 | 120 | missing link on a rear wheel |
| Jun | 2012 | 105400 | 80 | Replaced left front boot |
| Subaru Outback in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 102300 | 241 | Valve cover leak and spark plug tubes leaking |
| Apr | 2013 | 115000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 153000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 157000 | 140 | Overheating, cleaned radiator, flushed, new thermostat and fluids |
| Mar | 2012 | 181000 | 336 | Leaking struts |
| Apr | 2012 | 182300 | 500 | rusted and leaking transmission oil lines |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Outback in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 147000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 149500 | 0 | Blown head gasket caused overheating. |
| Dec | 2012 | 172000 | 32 | Exhaust flange rusted out just ahead of the muffler. Pipes were cut and a piece of tubing welded in. |
| Mar | 2013 | 177000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Outback in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 96000 | 350 | Gas Tank Sending unit sending erratic readings causing check engine light. Gas gauge seemed to be working correctly, however CEL said otherwise. |
| Jun | 2011 | 102000 | 3100 | Car Overheating. Head Gasket Failure. Subaru Dealer removed engine from car did a complete engine re-seal replaced the intake, exhaust, spark plug, rear main, and oil pan seals/gaskets. Also replaced Water Pump, Thermostat, Power steering pump. |
| Dec | 2011 | 110000 | 0 | Power Steering Belt squeal when cold. |
2004 Subaru Outback 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| Subaru Outback in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 70000 | 350 | 6 CDs stuck in cd changer. Removed cd/radio unit and sent to Subaru for removal of CDs and a refurbished/replacement unit. Took over 3 months to complete work (get replacement unit and get CDs returned)! |
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