Subaru Outback - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Subaru Outback

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Subaru Outback, for which Subaru has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Subaru Outback. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Subaru Outback have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest Outback’s Issues in the EU

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All Outback’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest Outback’s Issues in the UK

SUBARU OUTBACK (2014 – 2018) – THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE
on 31/08/2022
SUBARU OUTBACK (13/05/2014 – 28/11/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
SUBARU OUTBACK (2020 – 2021) – THE EYESIGHT LOGIC
on 01/03/2022
SUBARU OUTBACK (25/11/2020 – 21/06/2021) RECALL: Problem description: The Eyesight logic may cause un-necessary activation of the pre-collision braking.
SUBARU OUTBACK – A DRIVING RANGE INDICATOR HAS A PROGRAM ERROR
on 18/03/2019
SUBARU OUTBACK RECALL: Driver multi-function display inaccurate remaining fuel mileage range.