2008 Subaru Tribeca Problems and Repair Histories
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2008 Subaru Tribecas for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2008 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 | |
| 2008 | Subaru Tribeca | 12 Tribecas, 8.9 months of data per Tribeca, average 54900 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 Tribecas, 8.9 months of data per Tribeca, average 54900 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2008 Subaru Tribeca
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| Subaru Tribeca in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 46000 | 0 | replaced transmission!!! |
| Jan | 2012 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 84000 | 0 | Rear Differential Temp sensor continues to flicker after 3 times to shop. |
| Jan | 2011 | 98300 | 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. |
| Mar | 2011 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 74400 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 80600 | 0 | The error light came on and the brakes didn't work (slowed but didn't stop) |
2008 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Tribeca in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 32000 | 120 | Reflash Transmission to correct hard shifts 2nd-to-3rd and 3rd-to-2nd |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Tighten Rear cargo compartment door. It was covered by warranty and fixed a rattle. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 40500 | 0 | Headlight bulb. |
| Jun | 2011 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Rattle in Hatch. After 3 tries I gave up. Has the rattle to this day. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 55000 | 0 | rear differential temperature sensor developed intermittent connection. Was repaired under warranty. |
| Subaru Tribeca in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 50000 | 200 | Bought car second hand from non-Subaru dealer, who paid for light bulb change in gear shift and tire pressure sensor. |
| Apr | 2011 | 51000 | 850 | AC failed intermittently, then completely. Repair shop could get no reading on the control panel. Panel ultimately replaced completely. |
| May | 2011 | 51000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 51000 | 300 | Had to replace the front struts because they were leaking and a realignment was required. |
| Apr | 2013 | 52000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | Sat nav display failed. Dealer order and replaced audio unit, apparently on advice from Subaru. Tech reported all was fine after test drive. Unit was faulty when I got in car. Subaru indicated now that display has to be replaced. |
| Dec | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | Dealer replaced sat nav display at Subaru's expense Noise from dashboard area. Tech reported he could not hear it. I drove while tech listened. Determined it was glove box. new glove box assembly ordere |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Tribeca in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | rattling sun roof |
| Oct | 2010 | 43300 | 0 | power steering grinding |
| Jan | 2011 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | Navigation screen went out.Ordered parts and submitted claim. Replaced navigation screen. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Tribeca in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 150 | Changed the rubber joints because of suspension rattle, seems to be common problem... | |
| Mar | 2010 | 250 | error bb just on top of my odormeter. | |
| Aug | 2010 | 18600 | 926 | Car sensor that affected my brake pedal... |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Tribeca in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | front headlight blew out (2nd time) but was repaired at no charge under warranty |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Tribeca in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | 22 | Driver's side headlight bulb burned out. |
| Aug | 2011 | 64500 | 700 | New brake pads for all four wheels. First time for brake replacement with 66,000 miles. Replaced bushings for stabilizer bars on front end of vehicle. |
| Jun | 2012 | 81000 | 568 | Replaced both rear struts. Ride is much smoother, less body roll in turns and thumping noise over uneven road surfaces eliminated. Replaced driver side lowbeam bulb (2nd time). |
| Mar | 2013 | 95000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | Remote start would shut off after a few minutes of idling then continue to restart. |
| Aug | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | Remote start control module was replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Tribeca in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 36000 | 1000 | When purchasing new tires the shop noticed that the back brake pads were worn down and needed replaced. |
| Feb | 2011 | 38000 | 133 | Front sway bar bushings replaced by dealer. |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Tribeca in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 54000 | 400 | Heat shield had to be braced. Came loose Also, another headlight (3) since I got the car has had to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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