{"meta":{"dataset":"known-issues","title":"Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters — Subaru","level":"make","generated":"2026-09-20","source_freshness":"2026-09-20","source":"NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, grouped by failure theme by Wrench.Pro","source_url":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","license":"CC BY 4.0 (derived data); underlying NHTSA records are US public domain","license_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/license","citation":"Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Subaru [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues","schema_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues#schema","method_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/methodology#known-issues","fields":["year","make","make_slug","model","model_slug","cluster_id","label","component_code","complaint_count","date_range","source_complaint_count","reviewed_at","quote_1_odi","quote_1_text","quote_2_odi","quote_2_text","quote_3_odi","quote_3_text","vehicle_page","data_page"]},"rows":[{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain leaving vehicle dead","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11643837","quote_1_text":"Parasitic battery drain when vehicle is turned off. The DCM module in these vehicles will not shut off properly and continue to drain the battery. Subaru has firmware on the vehicle that will not fully charge the battery when driving to save fuel. The vehicle has had 6 or more…","quote_2_odi":"11640701","quote_2_text":"Parasitic battery draw - when left completely unattended for about 10 days, the battery is drained, leaving driver stranded and in need of a car jump. Has occurred twice on a new battery installed in late Nov.","quote_3_odi":"11654554","quote_3_text":"I am on my third battery for this car. It apparently has a known software issue of a parasitic battery drain that destroys the battery, leaving me stranded.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-infotainment-delamination","label":"Infotainment head unit delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11630079","quote_1_text":"The surface of the interior touch screen display on my 2019 Subaru Outback Touring that controls the radio, navigation, phone, vehicle settings and information, and rear backup camera assistance developed bubbles and presses buttons on its own. It toggles between apps, calls…","quote_2_odi":"11649125","quote_2_text":"Screen is delaminating. Becoming unresponsive at times. Making ghost touches, phone calls, opening apps, messing with GPS. Seems unsafe when it could be going haywire and especially using GPS trying to navigate traffic.","quote_3_odi":"11629184","quote_3_text":"The head unit is delaminating making navigation, bluetooth connection, radio inoperable. The screen flashes through different screens which is a safety hazard. I filed a claim with Subaru Care and they offered only $500 assistance on a $1600 repair for a 2019 with about 78,000…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11563879","quote_1_text":"Front windshield cracked without any impact. Was parked in my driveway for previous 3 days. Got in to drive and noticed the large crack right away. It started from the passenger mid lower edge and within a day it cracked halfway across passenger side. There was no divot or…","quote_2_odi":"11656604","quote_2_text":"On April 14, 2025, I experienced my fourth windshield break- others- 2 that were 3 months apart in 2023 and another in 2024. I do not know how this most recent crack occurred as I noticed it when I went to drive my car, which was parked inside my garage. I had driven 2 places…","quote_3_odi":"11574855","quote_3_text":"Windshield has cracked (large about 10 inches or more) 2 times within a year for no apparent reason. Both times the weather did not have fast shifting changes and the car was sitting in the driveway or in the garage at my residence.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11671848","quote_1_text":"2019 Subaru Outback passenger side cam carrier started to seep at 42k miles. 63K continues to seep and Subaru suggested monitoring oil levels. Estimated cost to fix $6k. If leak gets worse and/or proper monitoring of oil in the engine is not done could lead to engine failure and…","quote_2_odi":"11687608","quote_2_text":"I was told by the dealer that my 2019 Outback had a cam carrier oil leak. At the time, my car had 50,700 miles on it. My drivetrain warrantee was for 5 years or 60,000 miles. I was over on the years but under on the miles. The repair was estimated to cost $4,500.00. The dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11736217","quote_3_text":"I am reaching out regarding the cam carrier leak on my 2019 Subaru Outback. After researching this issue, I discovered that cam carrier leaks are extremely common among Subaru vehicles equipped with the boxer engine, especially Outbacks from this generation. Many owners have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-unintended-acceleration-rollaway","label":"Unintended acceleration and rollaway","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11611077","quote_1_text":"While turning into a parking spot my wife had foot on the brake and vehicle accelerated over parking bumpers and into a fence and ultimately was stopped by a combination of a tree and the fence car drove through. This collision prevented her from crossing pedestrian sidewalk and…","quote_2_odi":"11618940","quote_2_text":"This morning, while stopped at a red light, my foot on the brake, my car suddenly revved and jolted forward. Luckily, no one was in front of me, and I quickly put the car in neutral and pressed harder on the brake pedal. The car was then ok. I see that there is a Class Action…","quote_3_odi":"11579087","quote_3_text":"I put my 2019 Subaru Outback in park, stepped out of my car and the car proceeded to unexpeectedly roll forward with the door knocking me to the ground. The back wheels of the car then ran over both my legs. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11515698","quote_1_text":"I noticed my windshield spontaneously cracked, without any trauma. This was noticed in the morning after my car had been sitting in the garage overnight. There were no rocks or other debris that hit the car, and there does not appear to be a point of impact.","quote_2_odi":"11337431","quote_2_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER ACTIVATING MY FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS, I HEAR A CRACKING \"POP\" SOUND FROM MY WIND SHIELD AND A 12 INCH CRACK APPEARS, STEMMING FROM THE CENTER OF THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AND EXTENDING DIAGONALLY TO THE TOP EDGE OF THE WIND SHIELD.","quote_3_odi":"11414642","quote_3_text":"I WOKE UP WITH A HUGE CRACK IN MY WINDSHIELD. NO IDEA HOW IT HAPPENED. THIS IS THE THIRD ONE. I'VE HAD THIS CAR FOR 11 MONTHS.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737051","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek CVT Valve Body equipment failure and CVT Torque Converter failure. This appears to be a common failure for prior Subaru Crosstrek model - however was not extended for coverage to 2020 and beyond models - appears the issue still persists and additional…","quote_2_odi":"11523649","quote_2_text":"Transmission began making a whining noise at low speeds accelerating/ and backing up. Slight hesitation when accelerating. Transmission failed at 6k miles- confirmed by dealer and replaced. Now again at 34k miles same issue- transmission confirmed to be issue again by dealer.","quote_3_odi":"11637535","quote_3_text":"What component of system failed: transmission At low speeds, my car makes a low moaning sound. I took it to the subaru dealership and after 2.5 hours, they said it's an issue with the transmission and needs a full replacement.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-rear-differential","label":"Rear differential failure on Hybrid","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11661551","quote_1_text":"The rear differential on my Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has failed twice. The first failure occurred around 12,000 miles and the second around 50,000 miles, both while maneuvering slowly in a parking lot. There were no warning lights or messages beforehand. The failure caused…","quote_2_odi":"11720387","quote_2_text":"The rear differential on my PHEV Crosstrek failed around 31,500 miles. My spouse was driving under 30mph and turning, and heard a clunking/popping/metal-on-metal sound that persisted intermittently for the remainder of the drive home.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-battery-drain-stall","label":"Battery drain and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11421689","quote_1_text":"If car sits unused for 2 or 3 days, the battery will have slowly drained down to the point where the car won't start. It seems that the car's internal electronics drains the battery down, even if the car isn't being operated.","quote_2_odi":"11737166","quote_2_text":"While driving 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid, the dashboard lights suddenly flashed and then engine stalled, leaving me with no brakes and no steering. I rolled through straight through an intersection with four stop signs and I could not stop.","quote_3_odi":"11489870","quote_3_text":"Repeatedly battery drains after a few days of not driving. Won't start. Requires a jumpstart.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11643745","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while pulling into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal a second time, the vehicle jerked…","quote_2_odi":"11465334","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that as attempted to park her vehicle at 5 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated without warning and drove onto a boulder. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. Three of the contact's front teeth were knocked…","quote_3_odi":"11518940","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle launched forward without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-seat-belt-restraint","label":"Seat belt restraint in collisions","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11557526","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while she was sitting in the parked vehicle on the side of the road, another vehicle driving at approximately 60-65 MPH rear-ended her vehicle. The contact's vehicle was pushed into the highway's first lane. The…","quote_2_odi":"11693525","quote_2_text":"At Miami Airport, with ample space behind the vehicle in front, a pickup truck with a very long sloping ramp trailer to carry several cars pulled into the stated space. The lefthand side rear of the trailer being well below my line of vision hit my bumper on the passenger…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-phev-charging-rollaway","label":"PHEV charging cable and rollaway interlock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11467690","quote_1_text":"Car is a Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Car was connected to its electrical charge cable The connector is a type SAE J1772 When the connector is connected to the car, the ignition is supposed to be disabled, and the car is not supposed to be able to be removed from Park. Neither safety…","quote_2_odi":"11575695","quote_2_text":"This vehicle is a plug-in-hybrid. It should not be able to move while plugged in. Problem is attempting to move the vehicle when the charge cable is still attached and the vehicle is on an incline. Subaru does not display a warning message - instead it displays \"check engine\"…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11589535","quote_1_text":"On Monday, 5/13/24, I got in my car and there was a crack across the windshield that was not there earlier in the day. It seems to have spontaneously cracked for no known reason.","quote_2_odi":"11585119","quote_2_text":"The windshield developed a spontaneous crack, starting at the base of the right passenger windshield wiper and traveling in a line up toward the middle in a slanted line. There is no spike, no rock hit, nothing to have caused this. I believe it is a stress fracture as reported…","quote_3_odi":"11579906","quote_3_text":"Fourth windshield crack in 4 years. Enough. Please do a recall of this model.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-auto-start-stop-stall","label":"Auto start-stop stall and no-restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11660101","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle's Automatic Stop-Start System Engaged as usual when the car came to a stop (e.g., at a red light or in traffic). However, when releasing the brake, the Automatic Stop-Start System failed to restart the engine. Not only it failed to restart the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11628535","quote_2_text":"This has happened multiple times, is increasing in frequency. Stopped in traffic at a red light. The Auto Stop/Start was enabled and activated when stopped at the light. When the light turned green, tried to go, but the AS/S system failed. A “No Eyesight” warning flashed and…","quote_3_odi":"11720770","quote_3_text":"My son, [XXX] is currently driving this car. The car only has 29,200 miles so far. Last week, while at the stop light on the hill, he had near fatal accident! Forester suddenly completed shut down. The only functioning part was the brake. My son had to put the car in park and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve and EyeSight warning lights","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11589544","quote_1_text":"2020 SUBARU FORESTER JUST HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEAR. THE ENGINE MALFUNCTION CODE IS P26A3, WHICH IS A DEFECTIVE THERMOSTATIC CONTROL VALVE. THIS MALFUNCTION ALSO AFFECTS THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS ADVANCED DRIVER ASSITANCE SYSTEMS SUCH AS: \"EYESIGHT\" BLIND SPOT MONITORING…","quote_2_odi":"11578588","quote_2_text":"The thermo control valve failed causing the coolant to run at full and not allowing the engine to reach proper temperature and the heating system to not provide heat, also it caused multiple safety systems to turn off including eye sight, emergency braking, rear auto brake, lane…","quote_3_odi":"11585787","quote_3_text":"The thermo valve leaked into connector, causing engine to shut down abruptly to prevent overheating. This happened at 70 mph on interstate highway in traffic. Part was replaced with modified thermo valve later. Barely able to coast to narrow shoulder flanked by deep ditch, with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11489643","quote_1_text":"Repeated experiences of battery going dead after simply opening and closing doors a few times a day for four days. Engine was not started in this time. All interior light were off and rear hatch remained closed. Safety risk is being stranded in rural locations, at times with no…","quote_2_odi":"11594133","quote_2_text":"I picked-up my new 2020 Subaru Forester on January 2, 2020. Within two years the battery became too weak to start the engine. Since then, I've had to repeatedly charge the battery. Now a battery maintainer is constantly connected to the battery.","quote_3_odi":"11719471","quote_3_text":"The airbag system has a sensor issue and I keep getting warnings from Subaru to get it fixed because it affects the seatbelts. The garage where I take my car says they are unable to get the part needed for the passenger sensor. And, Subaru says they need to replace the whole…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and EyeSight braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11599272","quote_1_text":"Eyesight pre-collision braking feature and pre-collision throttle management feature malfunctioned and caused the 2020 Forester to accelerate unexpectedly and lurch forward while I was manually braking and slowing to come to a complete stop behind two other vehicles stopped at a…","quote_2_odi":"11575411","quote_2_text":"On 11/18/2023, as soon as I started the vehicle, put it in reverse and let off the brake to back down the driveway, the car made a loud unfamiliar noise (like bzzzzzt) and suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated on its own. Nothing worked, brakes, automatic gear shift, gas pedal…","quote_3_odi":"11652853","quote_3_text":"I was on cruise control, and it randomly decided to go 81 MPH instead of 50 mph i set it to, it did not respond when I tried to turn off the cruise control, and I ended up crashing into a semi, I survived but my [XXX] daughter died.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-power-liftgate","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11627170","quote_1_text":"The automatic rear liftgate opens all the way, then closes automatically on your head/back. This has been happening with my car for over a year. When it started, it was occasional, but now it happens nearly every time. When it closes, it does so with considerable force, and has…","quote_2_odi":"11631660","quote_2_text":"Automated lift gate opened fully, and then immediately closed without warning upon a person who was trying to access the back, nearly causing injury. It is unknown what precisely is failing within the lift gate and it is available for review.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11611877","quote_1_text":"I have 2020 Subaru Outback and have had 14 windshield replacements/repairs. The windshield has spider cracked out of nowhere and has been unable to take the smallest impact without cracking in multiple locations. I have submitted multiple complaints to Subaru and was informed…","quote_2_odi":"11630375","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact became aware that there was a 12-inch-long crack on the windshield starting from the driver’s side of the windshield. The contact stated that there was no impact to…","quote_3_odi":"11628153","quote_3_text":"Defective windshields. The vehicle has been in my possession for 4 years. During these 4 years i've had 5 windshield replacements. 2 of which have been from rocks. 3 of which I have no idea what caused the damage, it seemingly happened out of nowhere while driving. This is well…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-airbag-recall-srs","label":"Air bag recall parts and SRS faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11665050","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11660895","quote_2_text":"I received a safety recall notice (Campaign Number: 24V227000 / Subaru Code: WRA24) for my Subaru Outback. I contacted multiple Subaru dealerships in my area, and they all told me that the repair parts are not available and there is no clear ETA for when they will arrive.","quote_3_odi":"11713606","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a safety-related defect involving the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) on my 2020 Subaru Outback with approximately 20,480 miles. Multiple SRS and occupant detection system warning lights illuminated. Dealer diagnostics showed multiple SRS-related faults…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714318","quote_1_text":"On December 28, 2025, my 2020 Subaru Outback lost the ability to engage any gear (Drive, Reverse, or otherwise) while maneuvering at low speed to make a U-turn. The vehicle became inoperable immediately and was towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed via text and written…","quote_2_odi":"11732229","quote_2_text":"I was reversing out of a residential driveway onto a county highway when the I had a complete loss of movement. Shortly after the total loss of power, the CEL illuminated. If I had been on the highway, the driveway is near a blind curve, I would've been sitting in the road with…","quote_3_odi":"11642099","quote_3_text":"The car shifted (transmission) into neutral when cruising down the interstate at 62 MPH and stayed in neutral until the ignition was turned off. With no brake light cars were not worn and was nearly hit from behind. 2 weeks earlier the same happened on a city street. There was a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-battery-drain-stall","label":"Battery drain and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11618271","quote_1_text":"We are on our 3rd battery in < 4 years. Subaru is well aware of this issue in their engineering in the parasitic drain from the Starlink module. AAA won’t even replace these batteries anymore because the problem is so prevalent. Meanwhile, I’m about to have to buy a 4th battery…","quote_2_odi":"11643787","quote_2_text":"For our 2020 Subaru Outback, we are on our 3rd battery at only 49k miles. The car died again today. Thankfully AAA was able to jump it after a friend tried unsuccessfully. We suspect all of this battery drain, failure and replacement has been due to the known Data Communications…","quote_3_odi":"11710788","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the highway, the contact was alerted by the message “Eyesight Technology Failure”, before the battery shut down, causing the steering wheel to seize, forcing the contact to come to a complete…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve and EyeSight shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11602880","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was driving east on [XXX] on the North side of Toledo Ohio close to the intersection with [XXX] . The \"Check Engine\" warning came on, all the vehicle \"Eyesight\" functions were automatically turned off, and Pre collision braking and Pre collision throttle control…","quote_2_odi":"11609935","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the thermo-control valve. The vehicle was not…","quote_3_odi":"11604582","quote_3_text":"The Thermal control valve went out in May while I was traveling though Texas, I took it to a dealership right away to see what the issue was and was told once again it was the thermal control valve. When it goes out you have the check engine light come on, the eyesite, and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-power-liftgate","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11661599","quote_1_text":"2020 Subaru Outback rear auto liftgate randomly automatically closes after opening. It has hit me, the owner, in the head as I was attempting to place items in the rear. It has hit various store personnel as they were attempting to load products in the rear. I have reported this…","quote_2_odi":"11648691","quote_2_text":"I have owned the 2020 Subaru Outback since December 2020. Staring in 2021 there have been problems with the lift gate not opening to where it now closes immediately after opening it. This occurs randomly and causes a dangerous situation where one never knows when it will happen.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-side-mirror-detachment","label":"Exterior mirror detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11635838","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side mirror had started to detach from the vehicle without an impact to the vehicle, and the mirror had become inoperable. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor…","quote_2_odi":"11624532","quote_2_text":"Problem component: exterior mirror on driver side It was raining, I was driving, I heard what sounded like a loud explosion by my driver side window. After the initial shock, I thought a tire had blown out, but car drove ok and no tire warning light came on. It was a rural road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11494112","quote_1_text":"Spontaneous windshield crack. No impact or apparent cause. Available for inspection. Based on online research and your database, this is a common occurrence. Reporting to Subaru dealer has been initiated.","quote_2_odi":"11402925","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED WITH LESS THAN 1000 MILES ON THE CAR. NEVER HEARD OR SAW ANY ROCK OR OTHER DEBRIS HIT THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11545473","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on while driving. All Advanced Driver Assistance Systems were disabled. Code is P26A3: Thermo Control Valve is faulty. This is a known problem and Subaru has addressed it by redesigning the Thermo Control Valve in 2021…","quote_2_odi":"11541053","quote_2_text":"The issue is the Engine Coolant Bypass Valve. This causes the Engine to not take in as much coolant resulting in the engine getting much hotter than it should, thus putting those in the car’s safety at risk…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-drivetrain-shudder","label":"Drivetrain shudder and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11424974","quote_1_text":"SHUDDERING - CVT belt or pulley not working properly? JERKING, HESITATION - Crosstrek will not go when the gas pedal is pressed or hesitates or pauses for a moment after the gas pedal is engaged","quote_2_odi":"11435175","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing shuddering/jerking/hesitation in my vehicle since July. The dealership has had it in their service department several times and cannot diagnose the issue. Subaru of America was contacted and gave no resolution to repairing the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-loss-of-power","label":"Engine power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11603340","quote_1_text":"On two incidents randomly and without warning the car failed to accelerate while driving in traffic on an open road and I had to coast to safety and put in park, then drive, then travel less than five miles home…","quote_2_odi":"11431202","quote_2_text":"I was crossing two lanes of a very busy ocean front street when the engine “bogged down” . I let off on the gas pedal and then depressed it again, which then caused the engine to go off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11489284","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded outward, the majority of the glass was blown away. The sunshade was open. The temperature was 56 degrees. I was traveling north on I 15 in Davis Couty, Utah. I was not injured, there were no other occupants…","quote_2_odi":"11508225","quote_2_text":"We were driving on a major highway today and the sunroof of my Subaru Crosstrek randomly exploded with a loud bang. Glass shattered everywhere in the car, covering us passengers with shards…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11743228","quote_1_text":"The DCM on our 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is causing a parasitic drain on the battery. It left us stranded several times. We replaced the battery twice in the past 15 months…","quote_2_odi":"11448675","quote_2_text":"The battery dies completely, seemingly under colder conditions. In the first case it was after 6 days of not turning the car on, however the next time it happened after only a day and a half of not turning on the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11461066","quote_1_text":"The automatic braking system engaged at highway speed while changing lanes with no other vehicle or object in front of the vehicle. I was accelerating to change lanes when the sensor started beeping and the car slammed on the brakes causing a sliding skid…","quote_2_odi":"11577927","quote_2_text":"Subaru Eyesight system engaged randomly with no forward obstacles. Dashboard lit up, signaled alarm, and brakes engaged causing the car's nose to bottom-out. This has happened twice, thankfully at low speeds and thankfully without another car rear ending me…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and rollaway from park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11460834","quote_1_text":"DRIVE TRAIN, TRANSMISSION ISSUE. CAR WAS RUNNING, IN PARK. I GOT OUT TO PICK UP A FLYER FROM YARD. CAR ACCELERATED AND DROVE THROUGH GARAGE DOOR, AND CRASHED INTO THE BACK WALL OF GARAGE. NO ONE HAS INSPECTED THE CAR, AS IT HAPPENED LATE YESTERDAY…","quote_2_odi":"11504276","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek slowly in a parking lot when it unexpectedly accelerated on its own without me pressing the gas pedal. I believe the Crosstrek was now going 40mph. I tried to shut off the engine and brake at the same time but neither one had any effect…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-windshield-spontaneous-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11700276","quote_1_text":"The front windshield spontaneously developed a crack about 5 inches long which later suddenly increased to about 15 inches in length. It is our understanding that this problem has occurred in the windshields of other Subaru models.…","quote_2_odi":"11444069","quote_2_text":"This is the second time my windshield has spontaneously cracked since buying my 2018 Crosstrek. Both the first and this time, the windshield appears to crack for no apparent reason and the crack grows every day until it crosses the entire windshield.…","quote_3_odi":"11468857","quote_3_text":"A very, very small pebble hit the windshield while driving and caused a ~9 inch fracture in the windshield. I see that Subaru has had a class action lawsuit for defective windshields, but for some reason did not include the 2018 Crosstrek — but I can assure you…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-sunroof-glass-exploding","label":"Sunroof glass exploding while driving or parked","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11111128","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED YESTERDAY, 7/13/18, WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON RT. 95. IT MADE A HOLE THROUGH BOTH LAYERS OF GLASS. FORTUNATELY I HAD THE SUNSHADE PULLED OR THE GLASS WOULD HAVE COME INTO THE CAR.…","quote_2_odi":"11589191","quote_2_text":"While driving on a 71 degree, clear day on 16 May 2024, out of nowhere and without prior warning, my sunroof/moonroof glass on my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek limited, (50th anniversary edition) just exploded. See pics attached.","quote_3_odi":"11418729","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving at highway speed. Nothing hit my car while driving, no cars were in front of me. Glass and debris fell on my while I was driving.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-battery-drain-parasitic","label":"Battery drains requiring repeat replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11568829","quote_1_text":"I noticed that my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek battery keeps draining when the car sits for several days (something that typically has not happened in the past until my son recently went off to college).…","quote_2_odi":"11424687","quote_2_text":"The battery in my Crosstrek inexplicably drains and sometimes won't hold a charge. I've had to buy a charger/booster after replacing the battery twice. 7/20/2020 and 9/18/2020","quote_3_odi":"11500202","quote_3_text":"Battery drain when car isn’t in use for 2 days went through 3 high CCA AGM batteries since I purchased new. also the manufacturer OEM battery. I only have 16,400 miles on the car and went through 4 total batteries.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-rear-wheel-bearing-noise","label":"Rear wheel bearing noise and replacement","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11344236","quote_1_text":"AT LESS THAN 60,000 MILES MY WHEEL BEARINGS STARTED MAKING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE. THE NOISE GETTING LOUDER THE FASTER I GO. IT'S IS A CONSTANT NOISE THAT ONLY GOES AWAY WHEN I STOP.…","quote_2_odi":"11568584","quote_2_text":"I have had to replace 3 back wheel bearings in less than a year. I replaced both back wheel bearings at different times, and the I just had to replace another one. The parts were brand new.…","quote_3_odi":"11723204","quote_3_text":"Starting at around 75,000 mileage on my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, a persistent howling noise is heard while driving. This noise comes from the rear of the vehicle and occurs at nearly all driving speeds, measuring at around 90.0dB while on a highway…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-driver-seat-rocking","label":"Driver seat rocking from bracket or track failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11418921","quote_1_text":"Driver seat mounting, the driver seat was rocking, at 11,000 miles the dealer replaced a bolt under warranty. It started again at 25,800 miles.…","quote_2_odi":"11600484","quote_2_text":"The driver seat has been rocking back and forth a bit for a for a couple of weeks and lately started rocking a lot, enough that it rocks back while accelerating and rocks forward while braking causing unintentional excessive breaking.…","quote_3_odi":"11436600","quote_3_text":"I recently 10/7/2021 had my Subaru serviced for an oil change, and a couple of safety recalls that were needed. I also had a loose center console, and a loose wobbly drivers seat.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-engine-hesitation-bucking","label":"Engine hesitation or bucking on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11090261","quote_1_text":"MY SAFETY CONCERN WITH THE 2018 SUBARU CROSSTREK RESULTS FROM A HUGE AMOUNT OF ENGINE REV HANG ( REV HANG - A HIGH (OR 'HANGING') ENGINE RPM AFTER DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH PEDAL.…","quote_2_odi":"11112533","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR IS A LEMON!! I ORDERED MY 2018 CROSSTREK JUNE 2017, TOOK DELIVERY AUG. 7TH. CAR RAN GREAT, LOVED IT! NOV. 2017, 5600 MILES ON IT, IT STARTS INTERMITTENTLY BUCKING/SHUDDERING UNDER ACCELERATION.…","quote_3_odi":"11440136","quote_3_text":"There are many online posts of the same issues as my 2018 Crosstrek acceleration hesitancy, stumbling at around 2000 RPM or under light acceleration. This is particularly hazardous when entering highways.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11502226","quote_1_text":"On Nov 9 2022 the owner was pulling into a parking space at a mall and the Subaru Crosstrek 2018 suddenly accelerated and slammed into the wall of a store. The airbags did not go off.…","quote_2_odi":"11552267","quote_2_text":"WAITING IN LINE TO PICKUP PRESCRIPTION, STOPPED WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO CAR APPROX 15 FT IN FRONT OF ME. EYE SIGHT BRAKING DID NOT STOP CAR, NOR DID IMMINENT COLLISION WARNING ENGAGE.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11446410","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH approaching a traffic light, the contact heard an abnormal cracking sound coming from the front windshield. The contact noticed a small crack on the driver’s side of the windshield that spread to the…","quote_2_odi":"11507567","quote_2_text":"Subaru has a known issue with windshields being easily cracked. I purchased a new 2021 Subaru Outback Onyx XT and had to replace the windshield 2 times within the first year of owning due to cracked windshield, both happened after having a small chip from likely a small rock…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11473993","quote_1_text":"Battery is draining for no apparent reason. As stated in several class action law suits, defects in these vehicles ( Subaru Outback 2015-2020) cause the batteries to drain, replacement batteries also drain. The Subaru Outback battery drains because of the Controller area network…","quote_2_odi":"11453302","quote_2_text":"The battery does not hold a charge. I have had to have AAA charge my battery on 10 occasions in the fourteen months since I purchased this vehicle. I also have had to have the battery jumped by friends to start the car. The battery was replaced by the dealership in early…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11543033","quote_1_text":"I was driving and suddenly 13 flashing lights and codes from check engine to loss of cruise control and RAB -dealer says it needs a new thermo control valve (thermostat). This failed part has been common on Subarus for 3 years-reported on internet and even to the point where a…","quote_2_odi":"11620185","quote_2_text":"Thermo control valve failure. Would not cover it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11690946","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded driving home in 90 degree sunny and clear weather. It sounded like a gun went off right over my head. It scared me so bad I jerked my steering wheel into the other lane. Thank God no one was in that lane. I had to get it replaced at Mid State Glass company.…","quote_2_odi":"11591890","quote_2_text":"On[XXX] while accelerating to travel speed (45 mph) on a rural Maine highway, the little used glass moon roof of our 2021 Subaru Outback Touring with 24,100 miles on the odometer exploded with a huge, shocking BANG!. Weather was clear and bright, wind ~5 mph, temperature about…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11482923","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system is so buggy and slow it's dangerously distracting. It crashes all the time and takes a few minutes to reboot which is not good when you're using navigation. The volume randomly will go to 100% and the only way to fix it is to restart the car. I've had it…","quote_2_odi":"11453768","quote_2_text":"THE MAIN COMPUTER SYSTEM THAT CONTROLS THE EYESIGHT SYSTEM, CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE, ALL HVAC CONTROLS, NAVIGATION, ETC. SHUTS DOWN (GOES BLACK), AND REBOOTS RANDOMLY. WHEN THIS OCCURS, ALL OF THE FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS ASSOCIATED WITH THE COMPUTER SYSTEM ARE LOST. CRUISE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11686038","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11638838","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was an audible chime while a passenger was seated in the front passenger’s seat. The contact received…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11679036","quote_1_text":"While slowly backing out of a parking space, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it's own - I do not recall pressing on the accelerator but the engine surged and the vehicle rapidly reversed and struck 4 other parked cars. It felt as if the accelerator became stuck and would not…","quote_2_odi":"11689975","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while idling at a red traffic light, the vehicle lurched forward twice and struck the rear end of another vehicle twice. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated upon impact. The air bags did not deploy.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-infotainment-ads-driving","label":"SiriusXM ad pop-up covers infotainment screen","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11742457","quote_1_text":"Radio/Infotainment system popped up a over-the-air In-Vehicle Messaging (IVM) alert for SiriusXM advertisement. This in-motion ad force them to take their eyes off the road just to hit \"Dismiss\" resulting in missing a critical navigation turn in an unfamiliar location. This…","quote_2_odi":"11703326","quote_2_text":"Advertisements routinely pop up on infotainment screen and block safety features like X Mode (for snow). They are a driving distraction, as they block all features on the screen and will not disappear until they are interacted with. This means that in inclement weather, I have…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746546","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR VIBRATES AT HIGH SPEEDS & ON UNEVEN ROADS. THE CARS & LP'S ARE VERY DISTORTED CAUSING A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE & A CLASS ACTION SUIT HAS BEEN FILED IN TEXAS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TWICE & THEY STILL CAN'T…","quote_2_odi":"11659349","quote_2_text":"The drivers side mirror vibrates to the point of being unusable at freeway speeds causing a major safety hazard. The car has been in for 3 different mirror housings with no change in visibility and has been inspected 6 times at the dealership. I have been told by the dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11678819","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of star shaped crack located on the front windshield. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer referred the contact to a glass specialist…","quote_2_odi":"11627817","quote_2_text":"I have only had my vehicle (new 2024) for 5 months- no known or prior issues. I was driving on the highway, no vehicles around me and I hear a loud pop. A few minutes go by and the windshield begins to crack. Over the course of about an hour, it had spread across almost the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-headlight-low-visibility","label":"Headlight beam pattern with dark shadow zones","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11646581","quote_1_text":"Headlights are pointed low. It is hard to see down the road. The top half of windshield is darker than the bottom half. Car may be safe for city driving, but not for country roads. Going up and down hills and around curves the suv is unsafe. Dealer said they recieving complaints…","quote_2_odi":"11631763","quote_2_text":"There is something inside the headlights that produces two shadows that are posing a safety risk. When driving and turning the steering wheel the shadows move which look like a small animal is darting out from the sides. The shadows are a distraction and have resulted in rapid…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-steering-sticky-highway","label":"Steering binds and releases at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11711794","quote_1_text":"After driving the vehicle for 30 minutes to an hour in temperatures approximately above 45°F the steering wheel will get \"stuck\" on center and go loose then tighten again when trying to make minor corrections in steering. Easiest to duplicate on roads with speed limits at or…","quote_2_odi":"11654253","quote_2_text":"I recently have started experiencing a sticky/jerky steering wheel (24K miles). It happens when the car is fully warmed up on longer road trips whether the cruise control engaged or not. In fact, it's worse without cruise control. The steering wheel requires stronger pull and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Original-equipment tire sidewall or tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11724556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek equipped with Yokohama Tires, Tire Line: Geolandar G91, Tire Size: 225/60/R17, and DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, the dealer informed the contact that the…","quote_2_odi":"11609757","quote_2_text":"THREE of four original equipment tires failed, the first one at 10K miles. Two failures were located at the sidewall/tread corner. The third tire failure was located in the tread area. The third tire is available for inspection. The vehicle electronic system informed us of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-fca-unexpected-braking","label":"Forward collision system brakes with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11707689","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek brakes engaged TWICE without the driver pushing on the brakes, slowing the car down significantly. The initial vehicle speed was around 65 mph on the highway, and slowed to around 45 mph after the second automatic braking incident occurred. Adaptive…","quote_2_odi":"11566225","quote_2_text":"On 12/21/23 at approximately 9:19am PST, I was driving [XXX] away from the intersection of [XXX]. This is a divided four lane road (two lanes in either direction). While driving on a winding section of road divided by pillars, my forward collision detection and automatic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag indicator not detecting occupant","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11674220","quote_1_text":"Passenger Airbag does not turn on when someone who weighs 100 pounds or less occupies the front passenger seat. This issue also occurs on my 2024 Subaru Legacy Vin # [XXX] . IT also occurred on the loaner car the dealer gave me which was a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. I asked two…","quote_2_odi":"11627523","quote_2_text":"The passenger front airbag does not always activate when my wife (who weighs [XXX][) sits in the seat. Car has been brought to the selling Dealer (Lester Glenn Subaru, Toms River, NJ). They state that the weight sensor under the front seat is calibrated correctly and there is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-battery-drain-electrical","label":"Battery drain from electrical system or DCM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11661627","quote_1_text":"I'm the original owner, purchased May 2017, and have had to replace the battery five times. Online research indicates that the root cause is phantom draining caused by the DCM apparently searching for a no longer existent 3G signal. Subaru has not addressed the issue directly…","quote_2_odi":"11620006","quote_2_text":"DCM Parasitic Drain Lawsuit for 2016-2019 Subaru Battery consistently drains to where my vehicle will not start. Dealer has replaced the battery twice (2018 & 2019) I replace the battery in 2022 and will need to so it again soon. Vehicle will not start after sitting for more…","quote_3_odi":"11505838","quote_3_text":"My 2017 Subaru Outback has a parasitic battery drain. The battery dies after one day of non-use. It has to be jump started. The battery is less than two years old and is the second battery since we purchased this car in 2019. Took it to a auto repair service to be checked and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11704138","quote_1_text":"My Outback has been through 5 genuine Subaru windshields this year, and 7 since 2019. Only one was impact damage, the rest developed cracks after installation. One only lasted 3 days after being replaced. Others have lasted 3 months. There is something defective with the current…","quote_2_odi":"11558208","quote_2_text":"As I was driving my car today I saw a crack suddenly appear in the windshield -- running horizontally two and half to three feet from one side to the other. It's quite a crack -- about three inches from the bottom, just above the edge of the black band. This is the third time…","quote_3_odi":"11469319","quote_3_text":"In February of 2020, while in lock down for the pandemic, my windshield started to crack on the passenger side below the seal in the black area. It continued to spread. I took my car into the dealership once lockdown had lifted and I could get an appointment. I was aware of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11687413","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that after driving onto the driveway and pressing the brake pedal to park, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, drove forward, and crashed into the garage door. The contact shifted to the reverse…","quote_2_odi":"11480774","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking lot. The attendant told me to back our 2017 Outback into a spot running along a fence and row of trees. I pulled forward, put my foot on the brake to fully stop. I then moved from \"drive\" to \"reverse\". Immediately, the engine started to rev very…","quote_3_odi":"11726792","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact lifted her foot off the brake pedal and then firmly depressed the brake pedal another…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key will not release from ignition","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11737057","quote_1_text":"Ignition key not releasing after turning engine off. Put shifter in park, foot on brakeii, turn Ignition key off. Key will not release. Have to cycle multiple times to get key released.","quote_2_odi":"11523743","quote_2_text":"After I turn off the car the key will not come out of the ignition. Usually after I put the car in gear a few times it comes out. This seems like a common issue that gets worse over time based on my internet searches. This is a safety issue because I am stuck staying with my car…","quote_3_odi":"11481386","quote_3_text":"2017 Subaru Outback -- have nearly 50K miles on it. Suddenly the key is not removing from the ignition key slot. I looked this up and see this is a recurring problem in Subarus. I anticipated it can't cost a huge amount to take care of this problem. See people have quoted $500 /…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier or valve cover oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11647781","quote_1_text":"PER SUBARUS BULLETIN 02-192-25 POSED ON 10-26-2024 THEY PROVIDED DETAILS ON HOW TO FIX A LEAK FROM ZONE 4 FOR CAM SHAFT CARRIER AND VALVE COVER. I HAVE A LEAK FROM THESE TWO ITEMS NOTED. I HAVE BEEN BREATHING THE OIL FUMES FOR WHO KNOWS HOW LONG. I HAVE HAD THESE ISSUES…","quote_2_odi":"11537958","quote_2_text":"There is a known cam carrier leak issue for this engine, and no safety recall has been issued. The motor oil leaks down to the hot exhaust creating smokes and may cause a fire.","quote_3_odi":"11510664","quote_3_text":"The 2017 Subaru Outback has been slowly leaking oil and it has been determined that the cam carrier seal is defective and needs to be replaced. The vehicle has 70k miles on it and it has been brought to my attention that this a common problem among this vehicle. The service…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11730268","quote_1_text":"I was recently involved in a multi-car accident, where the vehicle rammed into my outback from behind, leading to a spin-up and hit again by the driver side, forcing me to collide into a vehicle that had side-lined on a highway. In this situation, I would expect the airbags to…","quote_2_odi":"11615132","quote_2_text":"Was in a car accident was hit from left front side and left rear passenger door. Other vehicle was going 62 mph when impacted. None of the air bags deployed in the vehicle. I hit my head twice on the window and was knocked unconscious. Insurance will be inspecting vehicle. No…","quote_3_odi":"11556525","quote_3_text":"While troubleshooting an erratic cruise control switch, my mechanic found that the clock spring switch in my steering wheel was defective. This means that my air bags are disconnected and will not deploy in case of an accident. He read this from the cars computer yet my car did…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-sunroof-moonroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11707487","quote_1_text":"Driving on a flat dry road with cloudy conditions we heard what sounded like a shotgun. Pulled over and found our Moonroof exploded. I have dashcam video with audio of the explosion as well as photos and video of the damage immediately after","quote_2_odi":"11623323","quote_2_text":"While driving on main road sunroof spontaneously exploded! Speed 55 mph, temp mid 60s. This occurred 11-2-24 about 6pm. Clear weather, open road. I purchased the car new in 2017 and have never even opened the sunroof as I don't like them and car is always garaged when not in…","quote_3_odi":"11502645","quote_3_text":"Retractable sun roof exploded/disintegrated while vehicle was under power on an open road . Photo of damage exceeds the maximum size for uploading. Can be transmitted by email if desired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-transmission-slipping-failure","label":"Transmission slipping or failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11681495","quote_1_text":"AT ABOUT 112,000 MILES, MY 2017 SUBARU OUTBACK'S TRANSMISSION SHOWED SIGNS OF FAILURE. THE \"MANUAL SHIFT\" GEAR LEVER POSITION WOULD NO LONGER INCREASE OR DECREASE THE TRANSMISSION RPM AND A WHIRRING AND CLICKING NOISE BECAME APPARENT AND INCREASED OR DECREASED WITH SPEED. THE…","quote_2_odi":"11481469","quote_2_text":"My car had it's third transmission installed in October 2021 at 42,730 miles. The car currently has just under 52,000 miles. The current transmission is exhibiting symptoms of slipping and delayed gear engagement. The slipping is most concerning due to the unpredictable and…","quote_3_odi":"11480093","quote_3_text":"It was a few days ago, the vehicle suddenly have shuttering or sputtering type of noise when accelerating from a stop. During the drive, I also started to hear a creaking type of noise. This became worse when accelerating uphill. I took the car to a Subaru dealership, and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-cvt-slip-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11731955","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2021 Subaru Ascent that I purchased new from Herb Gordon Subaru in Maryland. The incident occurred while driving on I-95 at approximately 75 mph with my family, including children, in the vehicle. The vehicle experienced a sudden and…","quote_2_odi":"11730964","quote_2_text":"I had catastrophic transmission failure. The car was completely inoperable. Thankfully this only happened in a parking lot. If this were yo happen while merging into traffic it could have been very dangerous. This was the second cvt in this vehicle. The 1st transmission was…","quote_3_odi":"11672030","quote_3_text":"On Friday, June 13, 2025, while (thankfully) in my driveway, the transmission broke on my 2021 Subaru Ascent in my driveway. I simply started my car, put it in reverse, and my car jerked and stopped. NO prior warning. I was on a slight slope.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11421951","quote_1_text":"On our first road trip in our new Ascent the windshield cracked. It rapidly spread about 18 inches. We heard no impact, saw no rock - just an ever spreading crack. We called a local Subaru dealer in Lexington, Kentucky who assured us the car was safe to drive home to Savannah.","quote_2_odi":"11523043","quote_2_text":"Windshield started cracking and crack doubled in size within a few hours, we did not hear a rock chip the window and don't know where the crack came from. Car is available for inspection. This is a safety issue as it can impede the drivers clear view of the road.","quote_3_odi":"11414989","quote_3_text":"CRACK APPEARED SPIDERED ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD JUST WITHIN THE 60 MINUTES OF US LEAVING OUR CAR IN MAMMOTH CAVE STATE PARK INFORMATION CENTER PARKING LOT ON SATURDAY. SUCH A TINY CRACK SPIDERING LIKE THAT IS CONCERNING TO ME ESPECIALLY COMING FROM A 2015 SUBARU LEGACY THAT HAD…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-lane-centering-overcorrect","label":"Lane centering assist over-correction into adjacent lane","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11440851","quote_1_text":"The car constantly over-corrects when it tries to keep me centered in a lane on the highway. It always over-corrects to the left shoving me to the left into the adjoining lane, and potentially side swiping vehicles in the adjoining lane. It never over-corrects to the right.","quote_2_odi":"11438442","quote_2_text":"The lane keeping assist pull abruptly into the other traffic lane when traveling on the highway for example when on a 4 lane road with two lane in the same direcstion and passing a semi truck the steering assist abruptly pulls the car into the truck's lane and requires immediate…","quote_3_odi":"11403640","quote_3_text":"THE 2021 ASCENT HAS LANE CENTERING ASSIST WITH VERY STRICT MARGINS. IT IS A CONSTANT TUG OF WAR WITH THE VEHICLE WHEN LANE CENTERING IS ACTIVE. WHEN YOU LET THE CAR TAKE OVER, IT VIOLENTLY JERKS YOU INTO THE NEXT LANE.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11610464","quote_1_text":"Battery draining. Bought car from dealership preowned with 25k miles. Owned it for 3 weeks and so far -Battery dead, jumped it, good for a day then dead again. -took back to dealership, said bad battery, replaced it, good for a week and a half then dead again -scheduling to go…","quote_2_odi":"11572635","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a parasitic battery draw. I purchased a new gel cell (Redtop) battery, the most powerful one that fits the car, and was reimbursed by Subaru. The car battery still goes totally dead after about one week, even with occasional driving.","quote_3_odi":"11395288","quote_3_text":"AT 1667 MILES ON MY BRAND NEW SUBARU ASCENT THE BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DRAINED WHILE MY WIFE WAS OUT SHOPPING. THE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NO CHARGE TO ME, HOWEVER AT 1667 MILES THAT IS AN ISSUE. THERE IS A DEAD SUBARU ASCENT BATTERY CLUB THAT N FACEBOOK DEDICATED TO THIS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-front-brake-wear","label":"Front brake rotor and pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11616364","quote_1_text":"Brakes shudder and fade when slowing down from highway speeds. Subaru has issued many \"fixes\" but it keeps happening. See most recent \"Ascent Front Brake Warranty Extension Coverage\" it still has not fixed the problem!","quote_2_odi":"11588273","quote_2_text":"Started having problems with the brand new car shaking and brakes making grinding noises when stopping around 20K miles. Brought the car to the dealership and they ended up replacing the brake pads and rotors. It’s been just over a year and less than 15K miles since…","quote_3_odi":"11483829","quote_3_text":"Car purchased in August 2021. Front brake rotors and pads were replaced around 7,600 miles and May 2022. They could not \"cut\" the rotors as they were pitted beyond being able to be cut. At 10,764 miles (August 8, 2022), the front rotors and pads were replaced again.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-ac-compressor-failure","label":"AC compressor and condenser failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-08 -> 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11710521","quote_1_text":"The AC compressor needs replaced and I see a lot of complaints on-line about this specific model- 2018 Forester so I am reporting in case it may help with a recall. Cost to repair is $2,000+. Right now it may only be covered under warranty or through a TSB goodwill...","quote_2_odi":"11683935","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle I began to hear a loud grinding noise from the engine compartment when the A/C was engaged. I pulled over to look under the hood and it sounded like the noise was coming from the serpentine belt. Upon inspection by a Subaru dealership it...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Battery parasitic drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-05 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11505156","quote_1_text":"My car is a 2018 with only 28100 miles on it. I have now had to replace the battery three times. Subaru tells me I need to drive it every two days in order to keep it from discharging the battery. This is unacceptable. Clearly there is a parasitic drain. My issue...","quote_2_odi":"11456315","quote_2_text":"Battery continues to drain when car is parked/off causing a required jump start and then recharging of the battery. Dealer replaced battery one time in 2019 (with expense to owner) and recommended driving car every couple of days to ensure it does not draw down...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-05 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11505559","quote_1_text":"Windshield crack developed in July of 2022 on the passenger side of the vehicle. The small crack grew large within a day, covering half the windshield. This crack developed out of nowhere - no items had hit the windshield. In January of 2023, less than a year...","quote_2_odi":"11448115","quote_2_text":"I bought my 2018 Subaru Forester in may of 2020 it is now January of 2022 and I have replaced the entire windshield THREE TIMES. If requested, my vehicle can be inspected. It is clear that this windshield is too fragile and poses a safety risk for myself and...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-control-arm-bushing","label":"Front lower control arm bushing wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-01 -> 2025-11 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11544285","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Lower control arm bushings are worn out. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle starts to wobble and vibrate violently when driving...","quote_2_odi":"11585233","quote_2_text":"Lower control arm bushing initial stages of premature failure. Issue is a known common defect. No safety incident yet, but potential for steering and control issues while driving. Bushing crack was discovered during brake inspection at 45k miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-passenger-airbag-ods","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11695780","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag light in my 2018 Subaru Forester intermittently turns off and on, even when the seat is occupied. The vehicle has never been in a crash, and the airbags have not deployed. This issue raises serious safety concerns, especially since it may prevent...","quote_2_odi":"11487009","quote_2_text":"Air bag sensor in passenger seat doesn't recognize when someone is in it therefore keeping it from activating in the event of an accident. There was a recall (Subaru # WUM98R, NHTSA campaign # 19V701) for that problem for 2015-2018 model years which mine is and with...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-01 -> 2025-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11453186","quote_1_text":"Unknown system that failed but vehicle equiped with EyeSight and all of Subaru safety features. Air bag did not deploy. Pulling into curbed parking space at city park. Speed <10 mph while in parking lot. Applied brake while pulling in space to park and car...","quote_2_odi":"11455220","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH while pulling into a parking spot, the vehicle lurched forward. The contact stated that she heard the engine revving but did not notice any warning lights. The contact...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump stalling and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2025-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11661980","quote_1_text":"Fuel Pump. Stalled in intersection in middle lane at expressway entrance. Car stalled 3 x before I could move out of intersection to safety. Kept pressing gas peddle but car would not move then sputtered going a few feet before stopping again. 3x Cars were going...","quote_2_odi":"11651173","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. After...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11548917","quote_1_text":"Like many others with Subaru EyeSight acoustic auto glass, windshield is beginning to crack and pit despite never being outdoors, and not experiencing rock chipping. This glass is unsafe, costly, defective, and needs a recall. Issue appeard May 23, three months after purchase.","quote_2_odi":"11520861","quote_2_text":"A 12-in crack formed spontaneously in the window while I was sitting at a stoplight.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11681261","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL SOME TIME GOES DOWN TO THE FLOOR. I BROUGHT VEHICLE IN SUBARU DEALER FOR CHECK UP. THEY STATED THAT THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER IS DEFECTIVE, NEED TO BE REPLACE. THIS IS 2023 VEHICLE AND THE MILEAGE IS ONLY 46,000 MILES.…","quote_2_odi":"11735448","quote_2_text":"the rear brakes keep engaging while the car is driving. we purchased the car in November 2022. this happened in December 2024 & at the time a dealership in [XXX] area (where my son attended college), said it was an issue and replaced parts in the brake system.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-eyesight-shutdown","label":"EyeSight system shutdown and phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11714624","quote_1_text":"I was driving today January 30th 2026 on the road going 35 mph into the sunlight and all of the sudden my vehicle acted like I slammed on my brakes and I jerked forward almost hitting my chin in the steering wheel.…","quote_2_odi":"11602997","quote_2_text":"All the advanced driver assistance system items listed on the website list all Shutdown. The emergency brake lamp also was lighted. Subaru service has not found a solution as of yet. This issue clears then coms back within a single day.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11655198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while turning into a parking spot at 20 MPH and upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle continued to accelerate, causing the contact to crash the front of the vehicle into the concrete wall.…","quote_2_odi":"11692207","quote_2_text":"Oct 7 2025 when me and my 6 year old daughter. Was leaving after picking her up at mom i drove off then came to stop sign so i slowly hit breaks and car accelerated very dangerous im very concerned","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11386455","quote_1_text":"READ WINDSHIELD GLASS SPONTANEOUSLY BROKE WITH NO DAMAGE. HAD TO GET SERVICE TO REPAIR AND REPLACE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, PARKED IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET, PARKED AND NOT IN USE AT THE TIME OF THE BREAK.","quote_2_odi":"11310905","quote_2_text":"A RANDOM CRACK APPEARED ON MY WINDSHIELD WITHOUT ANYTHING HITTING THE WINDSHIELD OR ANYTHING DAMAGING IT. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING GARAGE WHEN I NOTICED IT AND WAS NOT MOVING.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck after shutoff in park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11362362","quote_1_text":"CAN'T REMOVE IGNITION KEY. AFTER PARKING, I PLACE THE CAR IN PARK, AND TRY TO REMOVE THE KEY. IT GETS STUCK AND WON'T COME OUT. THERE IS A TECHNICAL BULLETING ABOUT \"SHIFT SELECTER MECHANISM\" BUT CAR OWNERS HAVE TO PAY GET THIS FIXED. IT SHOULD BE A RECALL.","quote_2_odi":"11430290","quote_2_text":"When I put the car in park the key would turn off the car but not come out of the ignition. The only way to get the key out was to turn the car back on and try again, sometimes 5+ times. When I took the car in for repair at a Subaru dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-rear-wheel-bearing","label":"Rear wheel bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11569085","quote_1_text":"Wheel bearing go out after 40K plus miles. After doing research on my own wheels bearings it appears that this is a very common issue for this vehicle. This is not a lot of miles to have on a car before wheel bearings (rear) go bad.…","quote_2_odi":"11283140","quote_2_text":"I LEASE A 2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK. THE CAR HAS BEEN FAITHFULLY MAINTAINED AS PER MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS AND HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT/EXPERIENCED ANY BODY DAMAGE. THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE FAILED THREE TIMES PRIOR TO 48K.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-brake-pad-separation","label":"Brake pad separation from backing plate","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11522250","quote_1_text":"Both of the front inner brake pads separated from the backing plate presenting a safety concern since the brake performance was compromised. The front outer brake pads did not separate from the backing plates.…","quote_2_odi":"11427683","quote_2_text":"Outer left rear brake pad broke away from the backing plate causing damage to the brake rotor. The pads were original equipment and not worn out.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11196489","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AT 45 MPH WHEN MY CAR TURNED OFF SUDDENLY. ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD LIT ON. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, SLOWLY. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND IT TURNED BACK ON WITH NO PROBLEMS.…","quote_2_odi":"11339585","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE LOSES POWER AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THROTTLE IS COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE/NON-FUNCTIONAL. ENGINE REMAINS ON BUT WILL NOT DELIVER POWER OR ACCELERATE. NO DASH INDICATION LIGHTS ARE DISPLAYED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11083712","quote_1_text":"I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO THE GARAGE AND WHEN I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR UNCONTROLLABLY LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT AN ISSUE AND WAS SECURE. ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED, THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD.","quote_2_odi":"11575912","quote_2_text":"On January 19, 2024 I was slowly pulling in to a parking spot at my doctors office. I did not pull up far enough, as there was a concrete retaining wall at the head of the spot and no tire block for safety. I was maybe 5 feet from the wall when I lightly tapped the gas pedal…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery discharge and repeated jump starts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11570817","quote_1_text":"There is a battery draining problem. I have had to replace the battery 3 times in a two-year period.","quote_2_odi":"11324797","quote_2_text":"ON THREE OCCASIONS IN THE LAST 2 MONTHS, THE BATTERY DIED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I CALLED SERVICE AND THE CAR WAS JUMP STARTED. THREE DAYS LATER I HAD THE SAME ISSUE. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO MY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-headlamp-recall-parts-delay","label":"Headlamp assembly failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11500585","quote_1_text":"In September 2021, the driver side headlight failed, creating a hazard driving at night. In January 2023, the passenger side headlight failed, creating the same hazard. The dealer reviewed both issues and confirmed the ENTIRE headlight assembly has failed in both cases…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11557801","quote_1_text":"I am logging a complaint regarding my Subaru Impreza 2017 windshield. I bought new in 2017, and it currently has only about 55k miles. The windshield is completely covered (literally thousands) of tiny pinpoint chips…","quote_2_odi":"11387394","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN A ONE LANE ROAD GOING 30 MPH WHEN THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. NOTHING HITTING THE WINDSHIELD.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Wheel bearing failure at low mileage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11682621","quote_1_text":"Premature failure of wheel bearings. Both rear wheel bearings had to be replaced after only 54,192 miles. Technician indicated that replacements were upgraded \"sealed\" systems. At 73,712 miles the front driver's side wheel bearing was also replaced by the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11545009","quote_2_text":"The rear wheel bearing hubs continuously have to be replaced due to failure. I have 110,000 miles and have replaced the same rear wheel bearing 3x since buying the vehicle new. The 1st occured withing the first 30,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11589288","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate without warning. The contact then stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon the depression of the accelerator pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11052942","quote_2_text":"3 DIFFERENT TIMES,ON DIFFERENT DAYS, WHEN MAKING A TURN AFTER STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. NO INDICATION LIGHTS CAME ON AND MY RADIO STAYED PLAYING. A VERY DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE!! PUT 4 WAYS ON AND PRAYED I WOULD NOT GET HIT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11656333","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, she crashed into the rear of another vehicle on the front passenger side of her vehicle. The contact mentioned that the seat belt did retract during the impact. No air bags deployed…","quote_2_odi":"11683244","quote_2_text":"1. Any and all airbags failed to deploy. The car is currently parked in my garage and is available for inspection. The insurance company has declared the car a \"total loss,\" and would like to tow it away as soon as possible. 2. The driver had a concussion and whiplash…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-airbag-sensor-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10993829","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. HAPPENS ALLS SURFACES/MOVEMENT: STATIONARY, MOVING, CITY STREET, HIGHWAY. PASSENGER SEAT EMPTY, DRIVER IN CAR ONLY. SUBARU DEALER BLAMED IT ON MY SEAT COVERS, AFTER PUSHING FOR MORE RESEARCH…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-infotainment-malfunctions","label":"Infotainment and electrical accessory malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11053006","quote_1_text":"RADIO SOUND AT HIGH VOLUME ON START-UP WITH CONTROL KNOB USELESS TO TURN DOWN OR TURN OFF THE SOUND. THE HEAD UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED. PROBLEM IS IDENTICAL. TURNING SOUND OFF AT SHUTDOWN THE DAY BEFORE MAKES NO DIFFERENCE. REVERSING IN PARKING LOTS IS PERILOUS…","quote_2_odi":"10968330","quote_2_text":"EYESIGHT SYSTEM KEEPS TURNING ITSELF OFF. REAR CAMERA HAS FAR MORE PROBLEMS AFTER FEDERAL REAR CAMERA RECALL. CAMERA OFTEN DOESN'T APPEAR AND LEAVES ME WITH A BLANK SCREEN. EYESIGHT SYSTEM SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY AND RESETS AFTER A RESTART…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11268614","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS COASTING THE VEHICLE FORWARD IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE BEFORE…","quote_2_odi":"11063457","quote_2_text":"I WAS PARKING MY CAR AT APARTMENT'S PARKING LOT BY RIGHT TURNING. I WAS DRIVING REALLY SLOW ABOUT 5MILES/HR.MY FOOT WAS ON THE BREAK PEDAL AND AS I PRESS THE BREAK TO SLOW MY CAR FURTHER IT GOT ACCELERATED (WITH RAVING ENGINE NOISE) AND HIT FRONT PARKING FENCE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-clutch-throw-out-bearing","label":"Clutch and throw-out bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11315356","quote_1_text":"THROW OUT BEARING GAVE OUT TWICE AT WITHIN FEW THOUSAND MILES IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN 36,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED IT TWICE. SYMPTOM WAS RATTLING NOISE THAT RESOLVED WHEN CLUTCH PEDAL WAS BEING PRESSED. RATTLING NOISE PRESENT IN GEAR AND IN NEUTRAL.","quote_2_odi":"11478058","quote_2_text":"Premature clutch failure due to faulty clutch release fork and bearings.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeated battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11416644","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DRAINED VERY QUICKLY. LEAVING CAR UNDRIVEN FOR 5 DAYS WOULD RESULT IN DEAD BATTERY. TOOK INTO DEALERSHIP DEC 2019 AND THEY TESTED THE BATTERY, AND FOUND THAT BATTERY WAS BAD!AND REPLACED THE BATTERY.","quote_2_odi":"11435329","quote_2_text":"Vehicle suffers from repeated battery drain issues - continue to replace top of the line batteries in the vehicle because they are constantly draining","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing and ringland failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11735991","quote_1_text":"Experienced catastrophic engine failure with no known cause. The car had been inspected and had an oil change 3,000 miles prior to the incident. Thankfully, I had already exited the thruway and was on a quiet backroad…","quote_2_odi":"11501899","quote_2_text":"Engine failure on the highway driving 60mph , Rod bearing failed causing engine to be destroyed (new block , new pistons, new head needed).…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-reverse-light-camera-failure","label":"Reverse light and backup camera inoperative","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11506925","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the rear-view camera and the back-up lights failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11387250","quote_1_text":"I WENT TO START MY CAR AND DISCOVERED THAT MY WINDSHIELD CRACKED DIRECTLY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WINDSHIELD, THERE ISN'T A CHIP OR ANYTHING INDICATING THAT SOMETHING HIT THE WINDSHIELD. IT WAS A U SHAPED CRACK DIRECTLY IN THE MIDDLE.…","quote_2_odi":"11325529","quote_2_text":"I PARKED MY CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY AFTER WORK WITHOUT A CRACKED WINDSHIELD. I WENT TO GO TO WORK IN THE MORNING WITH A CRACKED WINDSHIELD. NO IMPACT MARKS.... IT IS AS IF MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED WHILE PARKED IN 50 DEGREE WEATHER.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling at idle and low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11500574","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 Subaru WRX that stalls while driving (including at highway speeds) 2 to 3 times every day on my commute to work through the mountains. This has led the vehicle to skid sideways and lose control.…","quote_2_odi":"11122881","quote_2_text":"STALLING. I HAVE A 2017 SUBARU WRX CVT. I WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR IDLED HARD AND STALLED, AGAIN THIS IS A CVT NOT A MANUAL.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11297868","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A STEERING RACK FAILURE DUE TO LEAKING SEALS ON THE GEAR ASSEMBLY ON MY CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED 2017 SUBARU STI. THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE BOTH IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY AND AT SLOW SPEEDS IN A PARKING LOT AND LOCAL STREETS.…","quote_2_odi":"11205234","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN AND WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11697979","quote_1_text":"Going about 55mph, I struck a deer head on. It struck towards the center, but more so on the passenger side. During the impact, no airbags deployed, however, based off IIHS videos, it seems likely that they should have.…","quote_2_odi":"11506392","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN. Was hit very hard, approximately at 70mph, on rear passenger corner of car, hit caused my vehicle to slide and hit the guardrail on front end of vehicle, and no airbags deployed at any point in collision. Airbags are intact.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-headlamp-recall-dim-beams","label":"Headlamp recall remedy delay and dim low beams","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11545574","quote_1_text":"This recall 22V624000 was issued in August of 2022 and it is now September of 2023, over a year since it was recalled and Subaru still does not have a remedy according to NHTSA website and my local Subaru dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11530677","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights were extremely dim, making it difficult to see the roadway properly while driving night…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11310951","quote_1_text":"THE WINDSHIELD OF MY BRAND-NEW SUBARU IMPREZA *SPONTANEOUSLY* DEVELOPED A CRACK. IMPLICITLY ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY A FACTORY DEFECT, THE DEALER INSTALLED A NEW WINDSHIELD. UNFORTUNATELY, THE REPLACEMENT DEVELOPED A CRACK, TOO…","quote_2_odi":"11384042","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-brake-shudder","label":"Brake shudder and vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11605898","quote_1_text":"March 2023 I had all 4 rotors & brakes replaced. About 2 weeks after, doing 65 mph on highway 79 I had to lightly apply my brakes. After letting off the brake all of a sudden my whole car, steering wheel, etc started shaking…","quote_2_odi":"11485251","quote_2_text":"Suspected defective and/or faulty brake booster or brake hose on the front left tire. Car starts violently shaking/shuddering when easing onto the brakes (once the brakes have warmed up for my daily commute to work)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-cowl-panel-separation","label":"Windshield cowl panel separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11183286","quote_1_text":"THE WIPER COWL COVER SEPARATES FROM THE WINDSHIELD RESULTING IN A GAP BETWEEN THE COWL COVER AND THE WINDSHIELD. THIS GAP ALLOWS AN ABNORMAL AMOUNT OF WATER TO FLOW INSIDE, ESPECIALLY DURING HEAVY RAINFALL, SNOW, OR CARWASH…","quote_2_odi":"11193248","quote_2_text":"2018 SPORT MODEL NOTICED FRONT WINDSHIELD COWL PANEL WARPED AT 4770 MILES AND AGAIN AT 6880 MILES AFTER WARRANTY PLACEMENT. COWL PANEL POPS UP AT THE CENTER OF THE PANEL LEAVING A 1/8\" GAP BETWEEN THE RUBBER SEAL AND THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11550601","quote_1_text":"2018 Impreza, beginning around 2020, has had three dead or damaged batteries (2x OEM and 1x aftermarket) and the car is now on its fourth battery (aftermarket). Vehicle couldn't sit for more than a few days without needing jump started…","quote_2_odi":"11698593","quote_2_text":"This making model has become known for a parasitic drain of the DCM module. It’s all over the public forums that this module doesn’t shut down properly and causes a drain on the battery system. The remedy is to plug your car into a battery tender system.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11663693","quote_1_text":"Engine oil leak. An engine oil leak could potentially cause a fire hazard by igniting when leaking into hot components. It could cause engine damage due to inadequate lubrication leading to overheating and severe engine damage…","quote_2_odi":"11558681","quote_2_text":"Engine began failing at 68k miles. The vehicle spews blue smoke from the tailpipe and under the hood and loses power when accelerating intermittently. It also consumes large amounts of oil…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-power-loss-stalling","label":"Loss of power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11101252","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS STALLED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING. AT A STOP SIGN, RED LIGHT AND AT A STOP SIGN. THE INCIDENT AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO START ROLLING BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. SUBARU CAN NOT FIND THE PROBLEM BUT ACKNOWLEDGES THE INCIDENTS OF…","quote_2_odi":"11130767","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE DIED WHILE COMING TO A RAPID STOP FROM ABOUT 35-40 MPH. ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TURNED YELLOW. AFTER PUTTING THE TRANSMISSION PARK THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-infotainment-delamination","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and phantom inputs","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11745323","quote_1_text":"The factory Harman Kardon Starlink touchscreen infotainment system in my 2018 Subaru Legacy has experienced severe touchscreen delamination. The display has developed widespread bubbling beneath the glass and now generates repeated \"ghost touches\" without any driver input…","quote_2_odi":"11660490","quote_2_text":"The navigation/radio screen stopped responding to touch but continues to randomly press buttons. While driving the car the touch screen is randomly calling people, changing radio stations, and messing with the lights and navigation…","quote_3_odi":"11530845","quote_3_text":"The entire radio screen is delaminating. The dealer said it needed updated. They said they updated it. And a new screen would be about $3,000.00. As you can see in the picture the screen is very bubbled. It is almost completely inoperable…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11386329","quote_1_text":"ON A COLDER 20 DEGREE MORNING, I STARTED MY 2018 SUBARU LEGACY TO WARM UP. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES AND BEFORE DRIVING AWAY, MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED AT THE BOTTOM NEAR THE WIPER BLADE / DEFROST VENTS…","quote_2_odi":"11330023","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD AT THE LOWER CORNER OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED WITHOUT IMPACT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-battery-failure","label":"Premature battery failure and drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11498349","quote_1_text":"Subaru battery drainage defect. CAN electrical system causing battery to drain when car isn't running. Car may unknowingly not start at any time battery could be dead. Just put new battery in 1 year ago this did not fix the issue…","quote_2_odi":"11419661","quote_2_text":"This vehicle currently has about 55,000 miles on it. I recently had to replace the battery which seems premature for a vehicle just over three years old (at 48865 miles)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-fuel-gauge-inaccuracy","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate level readings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11163378","quote_1_text":"RAN OUT OF GAS ON A FLAT HIGHWAY, WHEN THE INDICATOR SAID THERE WERE 30 MILES LEFT. GAGUE WENT FROM 1/4 TO 0 IN LESS THAN 20 MILES.","quote_2_odi":"11170153","quote_2_text":"ON THE DASHBOARD SHOWED THAT THE REMAIN MILEAGE WAS 70, BUT IT STOPPED ALL THE SUDDEN DUE TO NO GAS. I ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR STOPPED ON A PUBLIC STREET WITH HEAVY TRAFFIC…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11510830","quote_1_text":"Sunroof spontaneously failed. Tempered glass shattered and sprayed into cabin","quote_2_odi":"11161977","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED AND SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING. THERE WAS NO CAR IN FRONT FOR POTENTIAL ROCK DAMAGE.SUNROOF WAS COVERED SO MOST OF THE GLASS WAS CONTAINED ON THE COVER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-steering-pull","label":"Steering pull at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11124669","quote_1_text":"AT SPEEDS ABOVE APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE STEERING HAS SUDDENLY, ERRATICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING PULLED THE CAR TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT AS IF HIT BY A LARGE GUST OF WIND (WHEN THERE IS NO WIND OR PASSING TRUCK)…","quote_2_odi":"11161255","quote_2_text":"THE CAR VEERS RIGHT OR LEFT IRRADICALLY AS IF A GUST OF WIND PUSHED THE CAR OR LARGE TRUCK PASSED BY. THIS IS VERY TROUBLING SINCE IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND HAS CAUSED THE CAR TO DRIFT OFF THE ROAD.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera freezing or blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11658197","quote_1_text":"Back up camera freezes or doesn't work when backing up- almost caused a accident!","quote_2_odi":"11680112","quote_2_text":"Aug 2025: 2018 Subaru Legacy, 55,500 miles. ISSUE: Rearview camera froze with high-pitch sound for about 10-seconds, then shut off, while in Reverse. I was not aware immediately of this. Did not hit the cars behind me but definitely could have…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11533427","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic light with her foot lightly depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into the rear bumper of a vehicle stopped in front of her…","quote_2_odi":"11700941","quote_2_text":"I experienced an incident of spontaneous acceleration of my vehicle on November 21, 2025. I was driving slowly with my foot on the brake as I was about to make a turn and the engine suddenly accelerated. I slammed down on the brake and the car stopped, but this was extremely…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11628146","quote_1_text":"When driving the side mirror on the driver’s side vibrates so much that it impairs the drivers ability to see anything in it. I have had the mirror replaced once and the replacement does the same thing…","quote_2_odi":"11654734","quote_2_text":"Driver's side mirror vibrates when driving. Almost not usable when at highway speeds. Seems like Subaru does not have a fix for it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-falken-tire-failure","label":"Factory Falken tire traction loss and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11744250","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding the original-equipment Falken ZIEX ZE001 A/S 245/50R20 tires installed on two separate 2024 Subaru Ascents owned by my family. The vehicles were purchased approximately one month apart…","quote_2_odi":"11679290","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Ascent equipped with Falken Tires, Tire Line: ZIEX, Tire Size: 245/50/R20, DOT Number: IRAKH. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the rear tire experienced a blowout…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-carplay-drops","label":"Wireless CarPlay call and connection drops","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11583402","quote_1_text":"The wireless car play phone connection randomly drops and is a known issue with Subaru. This a potential safety issue due to dropping calls mid calls that are hands free and encourage the driver to grab the mobile phone…","quote_2_odi":"11598383","quote_2_text":"While using CarPlay, it acts as if it disconnects the call, but still shows on my phone screen. It has happened numerous times, and I have found that if I switch it to phone and back to CarPlay it will work again…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and unresponsive accelerator","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11740740","quote_1_text":"While pulling up to a drive thru window the vehicle shuddered and the engine shut off. I lost all power steering and had to come to a stop, shift into park, then restart the engine. No check engine lights or warnings illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11635744","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was being driven on a public road, going roughly 45mph. I felt a very harsh studder/clunk and completely lost responsiveness from the accelerator. There was no throttle response even pumping the pedal all the way to the floor…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-eyesight-braking-faults","label":"EyeSight and automatic emergency braking faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11702898","quote_1_text":"Uncommanded maximum braking with simultaneous high-voltage and low-voltage shutdown. Vehicle is not safe in Florida with puddles or any types of ongoing obstructions vehicle shuts down in the middle of traffic if it perceives you do not match Google maps","quote_2_odi":"11609291","quote_2_text":"Eye sight freezing when car purchased brand new. I was told that this was a known Issue. Radio freezing and then resuming at blaring volume, I was told that this was a known issue and Subaru was waiting for an update…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11594737","quote_1_text":"Cracked windshield for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11481933","quote_2_text":"The windshield cracked without anything happening. It started at the bottom and moved it's way up.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in ignition switch after parking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-08 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11520919","quote_1_text":"Ignition key does not come out after I put the car in park.","quote_2_odi":"11482105","quote_2_text":"I am unable to remove key from ignition switch when the car is placed in park requiring shifting several times to finally remove key. 2017 Forester with less than 40,000 miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-control-arm-bushing-wear","label":"Front lower control arm bushing wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744910","quote_1_text":"The front lower control arm bushing were breaking apart at 53,156 miles. Shop reported significant play in the wheel while on the stand. Sounds like a safety hazards.","quote_2_odi":"11469926","quote_2_text":"46,000 miles and the lower control arm is broken. Causing the vehicle to shake and almost be undrivable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-exhaust-leak-cat-converter","label":"Exhaust leak into cabin and catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 to 2025-03","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11623867","quote_1_text":"My subaru forester started smelling and rattling loud. My mechanic told me it could be the muffler. I took it to the muffler shop and it was the catalytic converter. I had to pay $800 to fix it but my friend who had the same exact car had it replaced at Subaru for free...","quote_2_odi":"11558302","quote_2_text":"Forester in known for chronic exhaust leak into cabin through AC vents. Reported this to dealership and they \"could not find the problem.\" Cabin of vehicle smells heavily of exhaust. Driver gets headache from smell/gas while driving. Internet forums show this...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-passenger-airbag-ods-recall","label":"Passenger-side airbag deactivation after recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11603720","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag alert for not working. Came on was repaired by dealer came on again. Dealer says part needed not currently available. Part needed is the passenger seat.","quote_2_odi":"11678389","quote_2_text":"Passenger airbag light comes on saying off while passenger is in the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeat battery failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11476863","quote_1_text":"2 new battery drains dead just sitting in the driveway.","quote_2_odi":"11492155","quote_2_text":"I have had to replace my Subaru Forester battery at least 4 times since I have owned it. The battery dies within a few days of replacing and I am forced to jumpstart the vehicle every time I want to drive. This has been happening since the day I bought the vehicle...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11477728","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN I was pulling toward a parking space. We heard a loud revving sound and the car jumped forward. I braked and then after a short discussion with my passenger trying to figure out what just happened I proceeded to turn into the space...","quote_2_odi":"11473436","quote_2_text":"Sitting in line to get gas and when I put car in Drive it went to full throttle and struck two vehicles in front of me. Car ended up on resting on driver's side and had to be towed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-transmission-stall-clutch","label":"Transmission stall and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 to 2024-09","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11500879","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 Subaru Forester Touring. It has stalled on acceleration twice. Once on a divided highway attempting to increase speed going up slight incline around 60mph. It stalled and shut off. It also stalled but didn't completely shut off...","quote_2_odi":"11520696","quote_2_text":"automatic transmission shifting sluggish","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver side mirror vibration at speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11682011","quote_1_text":"Since new, the image/reflection of the driver side rear view mirror shakes and unsteady at speed. The passenger side rear view mirror is rock steady and stable with a clear image/reflection. This creates a safety issue because the image I see in the mirror is distorted. This is…","quote_2_odi":"11622846","quote_2_text":"Driver side mirror shaking, blurry, vibrating on new 2024 Impreza. Makes one motion sick due to vibration while driving. The driver side mirror is shaking/vibrating and blurring out license plates, took it to dealer and while they do notice some shaking while increasing speed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and premature wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677928","quote_1_text":"Front driver side tire sidewall bubbled at 7900 miles on a 2024 Subaru Impreza on June 22nd. They are the original equipment tires: Yokohama Advan S34P P225/40R18 88V. A sidewall bubble is a sign of a structural failure and indicates the tire will eventually blow out. This can…","quote_2_odi":"11678119","quote_2_text":"Yokohama Avid (front x2) 4UT76EX1623 and (rear x2) 4UT7EX1723 225/40R18 while the Passenger Front (4UT76EX1623) tire completely blew out the sidewall after third party inspection all 4 tires on my New 2024 Subaru Impreza are failing per the tire technician \"after inspection it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-strut-suspension-failure","label":"Front strut and suspension failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11705353","quote_1_text":"On 12/12/2025, Subaru Orange Coast (Santa Ana, CA) service advisor stated via text: \"Breaks feel fine, no issues there,\" \"Tires no issues there,\" \"Struts no leaks or issues,\" and \"Car is ready for pick up.\" On 12/16/2025, Service Director confirmed: brake rotor defects, weak…","quote_2_odi":"11713923","quote_2_text":"Part 3 SUBARU STRUT ISSUE I called the service department at Peltier Subaru and told them what happened and that I should be reimbursed for the tire. I was told that I needed to bring the tire in so that it could be inspected, along with the car to make there wasn’t something…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield crack with no impact point","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677920","quote_1_text":"My vehicle’s windshield developed an approximately 4-inch crack starting at the base of the glass without any impact point. There is no visible sign of damage or debris strike anywhere near the crack. The crack appeared suddenly and has since extended across the entire height of…","quote_2_odi":"11591821","quote_2_text":"A crack in the windshield appeared one day with no apparent reason.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Unintended forward collision braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748394","quote_1_text":"On Sunday July 5th at approximately 4:10pm The vehicle experienced an unexpected Pre-Collision Braking activation at approximately 25 mph. A vehicle was approximately 40 feet ahead and there was no imminent collision. The vehicle automatically applied the brakes aggressively.","quote_2_odi":"11675427","quote_2_text":"Unnecessary braking in two instances. One happened when Subarus Eyesight system mis identified a road reflector. At least that is what I saw. It happened on a 40 mile an hour highway in a curve with moderate traffic. No one directly behind me. The car had a sudden deceleration…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11666058","quote_1_text":"head on collision/hit the side of another car head, 2024 subaru impreza was smoking before vehicle stopped moving after impact (was slung in the opposite direction), not even five minutes after exiting vehicle it caught flames starting a the front of the engine that spread to…","quote_2_odi":"11659266","quote_2_text":"fire started under the engine hood while being driven","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11469539","quote_1_text":"Windshield on this vehicle cracked for no reason.","quote_2_odi":"11407468","quote_2_text":"HAD VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE WITH NO CHIPS OR CRACKS IN WINDSHIELD.NEXT MORNING WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED.CRACKS APPEARED FROM BEHIND MIRROR OUTWARD.CHECKED FOR ANY CHIPS NONE WERE FOUND.NO REASON FOR GLASS TO CRACK.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11415530","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DRAIN","quote_2_odi":"11486253","quote_2_text":"Battery drains resulting in no start condition. Taken to dealer and they say all is fine but problem happens over again. On second battery and need to purchase a third now because of this issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11360800","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION KEY WILL NOT COME OUT WHEN SHUTTING OFF.","quote_2_odi":"11321958","quote_2_text":"UNABLE TO GET KEY OUT OF IGNITION IN P POSITION. HAVE TO PUT IT EITHER BACK IN D OR R, MOVE A BIT, PUT IT BACK IN P, TRY AGAIN, SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Front airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11414164","quote_1_text":"FRONT END COLLISION AIR BAD DID NOT DEPLOY FACE DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11419861","quote_2_text":"Almost hit a deer on Meredith Center road New Hampshire my display warning did not go off cost $12,000 worth of impact on the front end of the car the airbags did not go off deploy broke ribs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while stopping","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11513949","quote_1_text":"When running on a highway and you press down on the accelerator hard to merge onto a highway or go around a vehicle to move out of the way of vehicles quickly coming up behind you, the engine takes over and speeds up on its own.…","quote_2_odi":"10986373","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT RELEASED HER FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP A HILL AND CRASHED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and lane tracking","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11560815","quote_1_text":"Electric Power Steering failure","quote_2_odi":"11072044","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING HAS NO RESISTANCE TO INPUT FROM THE ROAD OR CROSSWIND, HEAVY/SLUSHY SNOW, ETC. YOU HAVE TO STEER INTO A CROSSWIND AND AS SOON AS THE WIND IS GONE, THE CAR VEERS.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-acceleration-hesitation-turbo-surge","label":"Acceleration hesitation and turbo surge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11104249","quote_1_text":"THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ACCELERATION , MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN MERGING ONTO FREEWAY FROM ON RAMP 1/2 THROTTLE , THE VEHICLE STARTS TO ACCELERATE NORMAL THEN HITS AROUND 4200 RPM AND THE BOOST GAUGE GOES NUTS FLUCTUATING UP AND DOWN AND THE VEHICLE LOOSES POWER , HESITATES…","quote_2_odi":"11674850","quote_2_text":"When accelerating from a stop, the car is having trouble accelerating despite having the accelerator fully depressed. The engine sounds like it is roaring, but hardly any power is being produced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11588847","quote_1_text":"Started car up. Check engine light is on, cruise control flashing. Fuel tank level is flashing. Has gas but the meter is says it’s empty. Took it to a mechanic and they told me it is the fuel pump that’s bad…","quote_2_odi":"11468818","quote_2_text":"We tool the car to the DMV to get the plates and rhey told us the car had a recall. They stated the Fuel pump may fail. However, we were unaware.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11329882","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THE WIND SHIELD CRACKED ALONG THE MOST SUPERIOR BORDER OF THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WAS NOTHING VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE THAT HAD CAUSED THE WINDSHIELD TO CRACK DURING MY 10 MINUTE COMMUTE. THERE WAS ALSO LITTLE TO NO TRAFFIC…","quote_2_odi":"11386489","quote_2_text":"WOKE UP ONE DAY TO MY WINDSHIELD HAVING A SMALLER CRACK THAT WAS NOT THERE BEFORE. WAS A COLD NIGHT CRACK HAS SPREAD, ASKED SUBARU IF THEY WOULD COVER THE COST THEY DIDN'T BUT ITS A KNOWN DEFECT IN SUBARU","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-fuel-vapor-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel vapor odor and fuel line leak in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11681878","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchase (within 1 month), a strong raw gasoline vapor odor began entering the passenger cabin, strongest near the driver’s side rear seat and rear wheel well area…","quote_2_odi":"11648026","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing a strong fuel odor both inside and outside the cabin when starting the engine. After several months of experiencing this issue, I recently had my vehicle fully inspected by an authorized Subaru dealership, and they confirmed a critical fuel leak issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11604876","quote_1_text":"I bought a 2018 Subaru WRX with 61,000 miles, After driving it 6,000 miles with engine spun a rod bearing, requiring a complete engine replacement. This is a vehicle that in the previous 4th generation of the car, it was recalled for this exact issue…","quote_2_odi":"11579828","quote_2_text":"Engine rod knock at 32,000 miles due to bearing failure causing loss of control of vehicle and sudden loss of power and control. Car was logged to be traveling at 35 mph with normal acceleration at time of failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-steering-lockup-loss-of-control","label":"Steering lock-up and loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11097999","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER SHIFTING THE GEAR, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB AND CRASHED INTO SOME BUSHES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED…","quote_2_odi":"11033086","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL REMAINED IN A TURNED POSITION AFTER THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STRAIGHTEN THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND COLLIDED WITH A TREE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11446144","quote_1_text":"Battery dies and vehicle is unable to start after short periods of being turned off. This has left me stranded in unsafe areas and can pose a major safety hazard. Vehicle has been inspected and no issues found by Subaru dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11446839","quote_2_text":"Parasitic battery drain. Car is rendered inoperable after periods of non use. The batter has been replaced and the problem persists.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-throwout-bearing-clutch-failure","label":"Throw-out bearing and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11340541","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE OEM THROW-OUT BEARING AND FORK IN THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY BURNING THE CLUTCH IN 3 MONTHS TO 3000 MILES AFTER REPAIR WITH REPLACEMENT PART. THIS IS COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE IN A BRAND NEW VEHICLE AFTER REPAIR AT DEALERSHIP…","quote_2_odi":"11614223","quote_2_text":"Cluth was replaced at a little over 50,000 miles and throw out bearing failed within 200 miles of the break in period. Took it back to dealer and they found that the throw out bearing was faulty and they replaced it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11722438","quote_1_text":"The infotainment touchscreen in my 2018 Subaru Outback has developed severe screen delamination and now generates persistent “ghost touch” inputs. The screen registers touches without any driver interaction","quote_2_odi":"11603477","quote_2_text":"2018 Subaru Outback headunit is \"delaminated\" causing phantom touches on the headunit's touch screen. While driving, the headunit will act as if something is pressing random buttons, changing radio stations, opening/closing maps, going through settings panel","quote_3_odi":"11536795","quote_3_text":"The STARLINK multimedia touchscreen system screen started delaminating July-2022; April-2023 it developed a ghost glitch & changes all settings/info on its own - it doesn’t recognize any true touch on the screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera image loss with head unit failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11674518","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the radio system display had failed","quote_2_odi":"11499569","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system freezes randomly causing screen to freeze including while backing up. This causes it to appear as though the back up camera is working when in reality it is not","quote_3_odi":"11620100","quote_3_text":"The infotainment screen has delaminated rendering it unusable and will intermittantly interrupt the backup camera while moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-battery-drain-while-parked","label":"Battery drain while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11463152","quote_1_text":"The Battery of the vehicle drains frequently, making the car inoperable. The battery has been replaced three times in four years, much more frequently than i would expect in a relatively new vehicle that was purchased new from a dealership","quote_2_odi":"11506939","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Subaru Outback battery is draining practically every day now. There must be something in the car that drains the battery constantly so in the morning I am unable to start. I needed to jump start the battery on multiple occasions now","quote_3_odi":"11472975","quote_3_text":"The car battery will drain completely when the car is not being driven. This has happened to us numerous times while camping leaving us in a remote area with a dead battery and no cell phone service to call for help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11592438","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield cracked without impact. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer to have the windshield replaced; however, the failure recurred soon after the replacement","quote_2_odi":"11514673","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Subaru Outback's windshield has cracked overnight parked on the driveway. There's no visible rock strike point. This will be the 4th windshield replacement in the 5 year ownership","quote_3_odi":"11461671","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while approaching her parked vehicle, she noticed that the driver’s side windshield was cracked. The contact stated that there was no impact to the windshield to cause the crack to occur. The contact stated that the crack occurred overnight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11705158","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2018 Subaru Outback on the freeway, the sunroof spontaneously shattered without warning. At the time of the incident, there were no nearby vehicles, road debris, or external factors that could explain the failure","quote_2_odi":"11666941","quote_2_text":"Sunroof's glass panel exploded/shattered unexpectedly due to unknown cause(s)/reason(s) while driving vehicle. No external item(s) contacted sunroof glass panel","quote_3_odi":"11727236","quote_3_text":"OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD ACCIDENT AS THE SPEED LIMIT IS 65-70 FULL OF CARS AND TRUCKS ON I-95 NORTH. THERE WAS NO WARNING, JUST A LARGE EXPLOSION AND SHATTERED GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11553716","quote_1_text":"While pulling into a parking spot with my foot on the brake and preparing to stop, the car continued to move up over the curb and then began to accelerate even after I applied both of my feet pushing down on the brakes until I hit our condo building","quote_2_odi":"11734591","quote_2_text":"Driving slowly in a parking lot, I applied the brakes as I approached a parking space. Instead of slowing down, the car inexplicably accelerated quickly and did not respond to increased pressure on the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11482083","quote_3_text":"Car jerked back and suddenly accelerated without warning as driver had foot on brake and was slowly pulling into parking spot. Car hit wall of parking garage causing front end damage. Parking collision warning did not sound at any point","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Loss of engine and electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11547483","quote_1_text":"While going through the construction zone, my car lost all power and just shut off completely. No warning signs just went completely dead. I almost got rear ended, thankfully the car behind me went to the left of the center, but almost had a head on collision into oncoming…","quote_2_odi":"11476659","quote_2_text":"While leaving shopping mall parking lot, vehicle suddenly shut down; no electrical, no accelerator, no power steering, no engine. Was able to steer vehicle to safe location out of traffic path. Waited approximately 10 minutes, tried vehicle again, and it started / drove normally","quote_3_odi":"11714422","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that when driving approximately 30- 40 MPH, veering off the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost power, but had immediately regained power. The failure had occurred 3 - 4 times total","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11474196","quote_1_text":"Three times within a 1 year period, the windshield cracked without an object hitting it. First time in July, 2021, second time in September, 2021, and third time in June, 2022. After the first time, I had the windshield replaced at my own expense","quote_2_odi":"11443359","quote_2_text":"The component that failed is the windshield. The windshield has a 14 inch stress crack. The crack suddenly appeared, there was no impact. The crack interferes with the Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance. The Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance could malfunction while driving","quote_3_odi":"11435842","quote_3_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while using defrost function on 9/9/2021. Crack started from bottom center of windshield, at the ceramic defrost line, below rubber seal. Crack approximately 6 inches long","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-ods-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Passenger airbag ODS sensor recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11643453","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Legacy. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11593648","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-cvt-shudder-failure","label":"CVT shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11674975","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission Failure. Failure occurred at approximately 66,706 miles on 5/16/25. The Check Engine and AT Temp lights appeared in the instrument cluster. The driving conditions when this happened were a safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11700919","quote_2_text":"Car intermittently will studder and not go into first gear or go into second gear dangerously having car bog down and almost stall and then it violently downshifts having car RMP Hague go very high then slip and have no power to wheels","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo Control Valve failure and low engine temperature","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11695854","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds during colder weather, the heater failed to operate as intended. Additionally, the Eyesight system was inoperable. The check engine and other unknown warning lights were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11671806","quote_2_text":"Subaru has released a service bulletin regarding concerns with the Thermo Control Valve in specific vehicles. Unfortunately, individuals with vehicles bearing a rebuilt title, including myself, are required to cover expenses exceeding $2,000 out of their own pockets","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-infotainment-camera-blackouts","label":"Infotainment and rearview camera blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11432643","quote_1_text":"There seems to be an issue with the infotainment system. The system will randomly turn off which also turns off the safety features. I would like to associate this while CarPlay is in use, but I have witnessed it happen without CarPlay","quote_2_odi":"11447088","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was reversing out of the garage, the rearview camera froze. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11440874","quote_3_text":"Info screen froze and didn't come back of for 5 minutes while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-battery-failure","label":"12-volt battery failure and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11435081","quote_1_text":"Battery died completely, left me stranded at a gas station. I had to call and get a jump. I've had the car 9 weeks, it only has 690 miles on it. No warning lights prior, did notice a slightly longer crank a couple days prior","quote_2_odi":"11632889","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced consistent problems with the battery. Despite replacing the battery five times, the vehicle has repeatedly stopped functioning, including a recent incident where it stalled in the middle of the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11515850","quote_1_text":"The front windshield on my 2019 Subaru Forester has cracked for no apparent reason. The crack arcs upward from the base of the driver's left side near the wiper blade through the middle part of the lower center windshield approximately 20-22 inches","quote_2_odi":"11564371","quote_2_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked without any known impact or damage. Vehicle was not in motion at time. Sitting at stoplight heard a ping and then noticed crack across bottom of windshield affecting visibility","quote_3_odi":"11671524","quote_3_text":"Cracked windshield - Subaru windshields are weak and crack easily. I've been driving 45 years, never had a cracked windshield. I bought a new 2019 Subaru Forester and have had 3 cracked windshields","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-battery-drain","label":"Battery discharge preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11729108","quote_1_text":"We have replaced the battery twice and likely will need a third battery soon. I have learned that there is a known issue with the DCM trying to connect using 3G. This is causing a parasitic drain on the battery. The vehicle will fail to start","quote_2_odi":"11497436","quote_2_text":"Battery drain quickly. Overnight battery drain. Car driven for over 40 miles and the following day the battery is drained and won't start. Car left for one week with out driving - battery drained and won't start","quote_3_odi":"11505534","quote_3_text":"Apparently the electrical system drains the battery when the car is not being used. If I let my car sit for 3 days the battery will be dead when I come out to use it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11710626","quote_1_text":"The Thermal Control Valve on my Subaru Forester failed while I was driving recently. The failure caused the car to stop while making a turn. It was a very frightening experience. Luckily at that time the traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11585585","quote_2_text":"On April 16, 2024 the Thermo Control Valve on my 2019 Subaru Forester failed while I was going 70 mph in the middle lane of rush hour traffic. All of the warning lights came on at once as my engine stalled","quote_3_odi":"11553451","quote_3_text":"The check engine light came on and all of the eyesight components on the car were disabled as I was traveling down the highway at 70 mph (this included the adaptive cruise control, the lane departure warning, forward collision warning, etc)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Engine stall at stops with auto start/stop engaged","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11699899","quote_1_text":"When at a red light or in a traffic slowdown, the car will activate the auto start/stop system. Three times in the past 2 days, the car would not turn back on and required me to turn the car off and back on again","quote_2_odi":"11686000","quote_2_text":"At a stop light, auto stop engaged. When foot put on gas, engine died and every warning light the car has appeared on the dash board. It took several tries, but I did get the car started again","quote_3_odi":"11593804","quote_3_text":"The auto stop/start function is erratic. Many times the function fails to start the car after a stop. The car stalls. It requires car to put in park and have to restart the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop or parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11724205","quote_1_text":"While waiting for my garage door to go all the way up, my car suddenly accelerated forcefully and lunged through the garage and into my home through the wall","quote_2_odi":"11511977","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly unintendedly accelerated. The contact depressed the brake pedal to regain control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-automatic-braking-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11700763","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, and the vehicle immediately decelerated to 56 MPH. The failure was intermittent but had occurred several times over 5 years","quote_2_odi":"11534336","quote_2_text":"We were travelling at approximately 55 to 60 mph when the brakes engaged suddenly and brought us to an almost immediate stop. This happened so quickly that it destroyed out transmission, cv joints and brakes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-cvt-failure","label":"CVT whine, hesitation, and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11728666","quote_1_text":"The vehicle developed a pronounced whining noise that increases with vehicle speed, consistent with internal CVT bearing or pulley failure","quote_2_odi":"11510749","quote_2_text":"We were driving at 75 mph in the left lane when our car suddenly dropped in speed to 40 mph as though the transmission had dropped into neutral. There were no warning lights or any indication about what was happening","quote_3_odi":"11606334","quote_3_text":"Immediately upon leaving the dealership, the car kept jolting and shuddering, but no maintenance lights were lit on the dashboard. Upon returning it to the dealership, we were notified that the whole transmission would need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-rear-wheel-bearing","label":"Rear wheel bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11533929","quote_1_text":"Both Rear Wheel bearings failed and required replacement at 65,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11476429","quote_2_text":"Noticed an ongoing \"humming\" noise coming from the rear of our 2015 Subaru Forester which got considerably louder at highway speeds. This sounded like a bad wheel bearing BUT THE CAR HAD ONLY 46, 800 mi","quote_3_odi":"11619479","quote_3_text":"My wife’s 2015 Subaru Forester is reported to have a bad rear driver side wheel bearing from our mechanic. She only has 58,464 miles at the time of the incident/ diagnosis. I believe this wheel bearing has prematurely failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11419658","quote_1_text":"This vehicle currently has about 65,000 miles on it. I have had to replace the battery twice since owning it (new). The first replacement was at 50283 miles and then again at 57335 miles","quote_2_odi":"11425173","quote_2_text":"There have been numerous instances of the battery being drained when nothing was left on or running. This has happened on at least four different occasions, with two of these leading to a need for calling for assistance","quote_3_odi":"11444421","quote_3_text":"I have had to replace my battery about every 16 months. Seems like something is draining the battery prematurely. I shouldn't have to keep buying new batteries every year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-horn-roll-connector","label":"Horn failure from steering roll connector","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11591422","quote_1_text":"Horn on steering wheel stopped working. Don't know when it stopped working, no lights, warnings on dash, nothing. You only use horn when you need it and when needed for safety concerns, it did not work","quote_2_odi":"11508630","quote_2_text":"The horn became intermittently functional and now is no longer working and it has been diagnosed as the roll connector","quote_3_odi":"11607153","quote_3_text":"The horn stopped working. Upon inspection at the Subaru dealership they confirmed that the steering wheel roll connector had an open circuit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-airbag-ods-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11541759","quote_1_text":"The automatic occupant detection system sensor no longer registers if a passenger is sitting in the front passenger seat, thus the front passenger’s frontal airbag is not turned on when driving with a passenger in the front seat","quote_2_odi":"11525565","quote_2_text":"Passenger seat airbag is disabled even when there is a passenger present. The passenger seat occupant sensor system appears to be faulty. Check airbag system warning light comes on even if the passenger seat is occupied. The problem is persistent","quote_3_odi":"11663506","quote_3_text":"Starting towards the beginning of March, my vehicle stopped detecting if someone was sitting in that seat and permanently disabled the airbags","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11715389","quote_1_text":"On 3 different occasions the car randomly accelerated at a high speed without stepping on the gas pedal. The first time was in a parking lot. The second time was on a busy road while traveling at 35 mph","quote_2_odi":"11551532","quote_2_text":"As I applied the brakes preparing to stop, the car suddenly and without warning quickly accelerated and crashed into the building causing extensive damage to the building and the vehicle. The air bag did not react","quote_3_odi":"11440210","quote_3_text":"I was braking with my right foot only traveling 5 miles per hour and suddenly the car accelerated over a parking stop and into the bank building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-highway-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss at highway speed with fuel in tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11548450","quote_1_text":"On six occasions since 2020, our Subaru Forester has lost engine power at highway speeds after being driven for 2 hours on an interstate. On each occasion, we had to pull to the shoulder of the road with no engine power and restart the car","quote_2_odi":"11627992","quote_2_text":"The fuel gauge showed 2 or 3 bars left and the estimated mileage left was 40-70 miles left when the car lost forward power, the lights still worked and electrical systems were functional but it was as though there was not gas left. We had to call a tow truck to bring us gas","quote_3_odi":"11495514","quote_3_text":"I was on the MA Pike in the middle of three lanes going 70mph and all my red lights came on, the engine revved high RPM, then seemed to be getting no gas and next stalled out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11491069","quote_1_text":"The engine on my 2015 Subaru Forester consumes oil at a very high rate. I use fully synthetic oil and within 1,000-2,000 miles, I have to top it off due to excessive \"burn off\"","quote_2_odi":"11439452","quote_2_text":"The engine consumes oil at a very high rate. I get my oil changed (fully synthetic) every 5,000 miles. However, at about 3,000 miles of use, my oil light comes on at the dash","quote_3_odi":"11606105","quote_3_text":"Oil consumption issue starting within the first 3 years of owning the vehicle. Oil light comes on generally after driving 2,000 miles or less from the last oil change or oil fill up, but prior to the light turning on there are acceleration issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeated battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11729709","quote_1_text":"The DCM (Data Communication Module), also referred to as the Starlink telematics module, has failed. This failure is causing a continuous parasitic battery drain, which rapidly depletes the vehicle’s battery even after charging or replacement","quote_2_odi":"11488582","quote_2_text":"Chronic issue with the vehicle draining batteries. I’ve gone through 4 new batteries in the time I’ve owned the vehicle and find that they die in what’s sometimes only a few months after purchase","quote_3_odi":"11459880","quote_3_text":"This is the 4th battery in my 2016 Outback limited. Three battery replacements in 6 years. See mechanic's report that the charging system tested good but the battery was bad","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-exhaust-bellows-cracking","label":"Front exhaust pipe bellows cracking with cabin exhaust odor","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11485739","quote_1_text":"Exhaust manifold cracked completely through, causing exhaust fumes in the interior of the car. There is a recall on this part for 2015/16 outback, but only includes certain manufacture dates, my car is not currently included in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11717808","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Outback 2.5L model experienced an exhaust noise and/or odor coming from cracks at the bellows section of the front exhaust pipe which includes the catalytic converter. It was diagnosed as leak occurring at the front exhaust pipe","quote_3_odi":"11751682","quote_3_text":"There is a crack in the exhaust manifold and the exhaust smell is entering the cabin affecting driver and passengers' health. The problem has been confirmed by a Subaru dealer and an independent mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck due to select lever park switch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11545729","quote_1_text":"Key remains stuck in ignition upon putting vehicle in park and shutting vehicle off. Failure comes from faulty switch in the selector lever assembly. Unable to remove key from vehicle for several minutes at a time. Failure acknowledged in TSB 16-112-18R","quote_2_odi":"11606281","quote_2_text":"The \"SELECT LEVER COMPLETE\" or fear shift neutral park sensor switch stops working. Subaru has acknowledged the issue and issued a TSB (NUMBER: 16-112-18R). The issue is that the car does not sense it is in park or Neutral, even though the shifter is in that position","quote_3_odi":"11428273","quote_3_text":"Ignition does not release key in a reasonable manner. Must wiggle key, start/stop car multiple times, and wait for 15-20 minutes before the key releases from the ignition. Started as an occasional issue, but has become more and more constant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11513564","quote_1_text":"A crack appeared across the upper middle of the windshield. There was no event, damage, or accident involved. The crack just appeared one day","quote_2_odi":"11448849","quote_2_text":"We have replaced about 5 windshields in this vehicle since we have owned it. The cracks form from the bottom of the windshield in the black area where a rock couldn't possibly chip the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11433072","quote_3_text":"The windshield cracked without receiving any kind of impact to it. No rock chip, sudden jolt, extreme temperatures or other weather event precipitated the cracking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-cvt-failure","label":"CVT failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11744173","quote_1_text":"While driving the 2016 Subaru Outback, the vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic failure of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The transmission completely failed, resulting in an immediate and dangerous loss of propulsion while operating the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11727074","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Subaru Outback CVT transmission has exhibited an intermittent jerking and grabbing sensation when accelerating from a stop, worse when cold, since at least February 2023. This is a known defect covered under Subaru warranty extension bulletin 16-115-18","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11544150","quote_1_text":"As I was pulling slowly into a parking spot in a busy lot that serves a lot of small businesses, my Subaru suddenly accelerated forward, over the concrete parking bumper and raised sidewalk area, and into the side of the building","quote_2_odi":"11503955","quote_2_text":"I was in a parking lot at a near-complete stop. I needed to nose the car about 18 inches to move it all the way into the spot. I lightly touched the accelerator to inch the car forward, and it shot forward as if some outside force had stomped on the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11518726","quote_1_text":"At 59,000 miles, engine developed “heavy leak from cam carriers” by dealer service department. It was recommended that it be resealed. Engine was removed and serviced. At 112,000 miles same diagnosis was observed, along with a recommend reseal","quote_2_odi":"11729536","quote_2_text":"leak in cam carrier gasket caused large ammounts of smoke to fill engine bay and enter cabin air system. Struggled to breath and vision to an extent was obstructed","quote_3_odi":"11508206","quote_3_text":"Subaru dealer diagnosed oil leaks on the valve cover gaskets. I took the car to an independent repair business and the problem was diagnosed as a camshaft carrier oil leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-child-lock-stuck","label":"Rear door child safety lock stuck engaged","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11439187","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle has factory-installed child safety locks incorporated into the rear passenger doors. The safety lock on the rear passenger-side has failed in the \"engaged\" position, and cannot be disengaged using the small black switch in the door","quote_2_odi":"11552817","quote_2_text":"Right rear door will not open from inside, child door lock will not shift although child lock not engaged. InCase of crash or fire cannot exit vehicle. confirmed by repair shop","quote_3_odi":"11609782","quote_3_text":"The lock on the side of the door that turns on the child lock so kids cannot open the door from the inside is stuck in the lock position and will not disengage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeated no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11458508","quote_1_text":"Our 2015 Subaru Outback has had 4 batteries in 4 years. After some research, a parasitic battery drain issue is common with this year Outback and other Subaru models. Some sites call out the Subaru CAN network as the culprit","quote_2_odi":"11470330","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions the car battery was drained and required a jump to start. Battery replaced less than 5 months ago. Service technicians unable to identify problem with alternator or parasitic drain","quote_3_odi":"11424585","quote_3_text":"With a relatively new battery, my car would not start. I had the rear lift gate open, but lights turned off, for about an hour while packing for a trip and when I went to start the car it was completely dead and I had to jump it to get it started again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11418045","quote_1_text":"Windshield randomly cracked on its own. Similar issue as other have reported in past. Begins on passenger side in wiper park near heated zone and continues up across windshield for 12 inches or so. Car was parked, nothing hit the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11355085","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED STARTING FROM WINDSHIELD WIPER HEATER LOCATION ON PASSENGER SIDE UP AND OVER TO MIDDLE OF WINDSHIELD APPROXIMATELY 2 .5 FEET IN LENGTH","quote_3_odi":"11331954","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 SUBARU OUTBACK, I NOTICED THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY HAD A CRACK THAT STARTED AT THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE AND RAN DIAGONALLY ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD ABOUT 12\", NO EVIDENCE OF BEING HIT BY STONE, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-exhaust-bellows-crack","label":"Exhaust pipe and bellows cracking with cabin fumes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11638265","quote_1_text":"Exhaust manifold bellows crack Exhaust coming into car when idling","quote_2_odi":"11341893","quote_2_text":"NOTED OVER A PERIOD OF SEVERAL WEEKS, AN INCREASE IN EXHAUST NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR. THE CABIN WOULD FILL WITH EXHAUST FUMES WHEN STOPPED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING","quote_3_odi":"11553298","quote_3_text":"The car had a recall on it for the catalytic converter and front pipe and bellows being cracked. It was replaced under a service bulletin put out by Subaru at 104,000 miles in 2020. I just went to get the vehicle inspected in 5/2023 and the exact same part is failing once again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11637190","quote_1_text":"My sunroof glass just shattered spontaneously while I was driving. Thankfully the door was closed or me and my daughter would have been showered by glass while in the road","quote_2_odi":"11497130","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded. Sounded like a gunshot. On the highway, 12/12 1pm. 50+- degrees partly sunny day","quote_3_odi":"11490479","quote_3_text":"While driving on 55mph road, sunroof suddenly shattered for no apparent reason (no sudden impact from rock or other debris), producing a loud bang, startling driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11496422","quote_1_text":"while attempting to come to a complete stop, depressing the brakes, the vehicle continued to accelerate even though the brake was depressed to the floor. At no time was the driver's foot on the accelerator. This is one of 2 incidents with the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11569433","quote_2_text":"Our 2015 Subaru Outback occasionally accelerates sharply without the driver's foot being on the gas peddle. It always happens when decelerating and applying the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11457438","quote_3_text":"While parking car in garage, car suddenly surged forward although my foot was off gas and nearly hit end of garage. Engine Temp was relatively cold as it had just been started. This has happened several times before","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-clock-spring-horn","label":"Clock spring failure with inoperative horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11622856","quote_1_text":"Horn became intermittent with failure related to steering wheel position, then failed altogether. No horn is a safety issue. We replaced the 'SRC SET 83196AJO4', AKA 'clockspring', the wiring assembly that connects the AIRBAG as well as the HORN, and all steering wheel controls","quote_2_odi":"11748265","quote_2_text":"My car horn stopped working. The dealership said the clock spring (steering roll connector) component has failed, confirmed by the resulting complete loss of the horn function","quote_3_odi":"11600184","quote_3_text":"The car horn is unable to be used when driving straight. It only works when setting the alarm and only when you steer the wheel left or right. There are no warning lights on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-cvt-failure","label":"CVT failure and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11478982","quote_1_text":"The continuously variable transmission failed at 114,000 miles. The unexpected lack of proper shifting on the roadway causes impediment to traffic expecting a continual flow of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11366919","quote_2_text":"I TOOK THE CAR INTO PAUL MOAK SUBARU ON 10/14. THE CAR WAS BUCKING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. WHEN PULLING THRU A STOP LIGHT, OR MOVING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, THE CAR KICKS BACK AND FORTH AND I DON'T KNOW IF ITS GOING TO KEEP GOING OR STALL","quote_3_odi":"11354812","quote_3_text":"CONTINUOUS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT). THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN SUDDENLY MOTIONLESS, ENGINE REVVED UP AT 3500 RPM BUT THE CVT REMAINED UNRESPONSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11444473","quote_1_text":"Engine consistently burns oil. Adding pints between factory recommended oil change interval when low oil light comes on. On average, one pint is burned every 1500 miles","quote_2_odi":"11558634","quote_2_text":"The cam carrier has a leak that is causing oil to slowly leak out of the car. The current issue is causing me to have to regularly add oil to the car","quote_3_odi":"11414293","quote_3_text":"WITHIN 80K MILES THE CAR HAS STARTED SHOWING HIGH ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. ENGINE OIL IS TO BE CHANGED EVERY 6000 MILES BUT AT 4000 MILES LOW ENGINE OIL LIGHT WILL SHOW UP AND CHECKING ON OIL LEVEL, IT SHOWS AT THE LOW LEVEL OF DIPDTICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without visible impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":123,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11572044","quote_1_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while parked overnight in garage. Crack originated on passenger side in the middle of windshield starting at the end of the panel and running to middle of windshield horizontally. No chip, damage, impact happened. It literally cracked on its own","quote_2_odi":"11618601","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the car new in April 2022, I have had 3 significantly cracked windshields; all of which propagated immediately after getting hit by a pebble mid-drive (not giving any opportunity to fix the chip). I am filing this complaint because I don’t think it should be","quote_3_odi":"11635793","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle in the morning, she became aware of a 16-inch crack on the windshield. The contact stated that the crack had started close to the passenger’s side A-pillar, approximately 3-inches above the passenger’s side windshield wiper. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-transmission-hesitation","label":"Delayed acceleration and jerking from transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11746719","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle then failed to accelerate or drive forward. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine revved excessively to approximately 7,000 RPM, but the vehicle failed to respond. The","quote_2_odi":"11754982","quote_2_text":"When traveling eat 6-65 mph and needing to merge and stepping on the gas pedal all the way the car would just sit there and do nothing for 1-2 seconds. this was not a one off situation. The car would do this regularly until I found out subaru had a fix for the transmission","quote_3_odi":"11635558","quote_3_text":"I noticed a metal sound when I accelerated then the car jerked forward a few times. Shortly afterwards, ~5 min, the dashboard lights came on:Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature, Blind-Spot Detection, Check Engine, EyeSight System, Reverse Auto Braking and Vehicle Dynamic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-engine-knock-power-loss","label":"Engine knocking with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11682830","quote_1_text":"We were driving one evening in June and all of a sudden the engine stopped and we could not drive it. It only produced a knocking sound when we attempted to turn the engine on. We had the car towed to the dealership and after taking the engine apart, they reported that an intake","quote_2_odi":"11695698","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway, engine started making a rattling noise, then began to labor and eventually stopped being able to accelerate at all. Oil pressure warning light came on around the time the acceleration gave out altogether. We pulled over to the side of the highway and got","quote_3_odi":"11709008","quote_3_text":"At a stop light the auto-restart function failed, following this event the vehicle began making a knocking noise, we towed it to the dealership for evaluation and their diagnosis was that it needed a new engine. - Dealership stated they too heard the knocking noise in the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-stall-dead-battery","label":"Stalling and dead battery with auto start-stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11744690","quote_1_text":"On June 15th 2026, I was at a red light and the Auto Start-Stop feature shut off the engine. When light turned green, my car lost power and started rolling downhill. During this rolling downhill, the brakes stopped working, I was unable to engage parking brake, and I wasn't able","quote_2_odi":"11702627","quote_2_text":"I experienced two serious electrical failures within a few days that caused the vehicle to stall without warning. At Nov 29, 2025, after parking for about 20 minutes, the car would not start. Symptoms included: • Very weak clicking from the starter • Dashboard flickering and","quote_3_odi":"11549526","quote_3_text":"The relatively new car (2022) stalls out randomly at intersections and red lights. This is a major safety issue as we have had the car totally shut down in the middle of 2 busy intersections. We had to dial 911 and have the police come to assist. We brought the car to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment screen reboot disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11536503","quote_1_text":"The most extreme effect of this is that when the Infotainment screen crashes/freezes, the EyeSight safety features of the car such as Lane Keeping Assistance, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Crash Warning also stop working. I'll see all of the dashboard signals and notifications on","quote_2_odi":"11634209","quote_2_text":"The touchscreen shuts down and makes the safety features shut off. This use to happen a few times per quarter, but now is happening a few times per month. Happens always while driving which causes the adaptive cruise to shut off, causing deceleration, the eyesight shuts off, the","quote_3_odi":"11572403","quote_3_text":"In less than a year, the Star Link Console was restarting at least once a day. Then it began restarting more frequently. The Subaru Dealership updated the software and the restarts slowed to maybe once every few weeks instead of the 3 to 4 times in 30 minutes. Then the restarts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-lower-oil-pan-leak","label":"Oil leak from lower oil pan","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11734535","quote_1_text":"The dealer determined that there was an oil leak coming from the lower oil pan. There was oil dripping onto the exhaust system, creating a potential fire hazard. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,400","quote_2_odi":"11687315","quote_2_text":"Lower oil pan leaks oil. Started leaking oil right after warranty expired. This is a known issue for Subaru cars with the 2.4 turbo engine. Seats ripped right after warranty expired","quote_3_odi":"11549304","quote_3_text":"Lower oil pan leaks due to poor QA/QC at the factory so I’m told. And possibly the upper oil pan leaking to. Researched forums and it’s a requiring problem. So is the problem big enough for a recall? One issue is that the dealership didn’t notice it during last inspection and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-eyesight-braking-no-obstacle","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11604989","quote_1_text":"Ever since the systems have become overly sensitive to the point of locking breaks up on the highway, at highway speed, for no obstruction. This has taken me from highway speed to a complete stop in the middle of the number 2 lane on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11691627","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system incorrectly triggered for a few seconds as I approached the turning vehicle. You can see the indication of the triggering in the heads up display LEDS in the lower left of the video, starting at 13:15:42 and continuing for a few seconds. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-cvt-slip-power-loss","label":"CVT slipping and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11750736","quote_1_text":"At a stop sign I pulled out before oncoming traffic with what should have been plenty of time, but transmission failed. It seemed to have had chain slip; completely stopping the car when I was in oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11702574","quote_2_text":"When entering the expressway, you will press the accelerator, and the engine will rev and the vehicle will not accelerate at all. Then you let off the accelerator, let the engine RPM drop back down to idle, and press again and it will accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11754594","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed back to Sewell Subaru this past Saturday and I was notified today that the CVT belt snapped and it caused a hold in the transmission case, which caused the fluid to leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-cvt-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 21V955000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11473386","quote_1_text":"It has been since February and they still do not have a fix for recall 21V-955 I have called the dealership several times without a solution","quote_2_odi":"11467147","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11463599","quote_3_text":"This safety recall is open since November 2021 and the manufacturer still has not initiated repairs , how long are consumer supposed to drive their vehicles with this serious safety issue risking safety ?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Parasitic battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11488735","quote_1_text":"Battery drains fully from unknown reason. This has happened at least 3 times since purchasing the vehicle, brand new, in 2019. I have had to call roadside assistance within the first year and have purchased a 2 other new batteries","quote_2_odi":"11537790","quote_2_text":"Rear lift gate drains battery to the point where the vehicle won't start. The tailgate will beep three times, but will not open. Within 24 hours, the battery is insufficient to start it. You have to do a manual override to open the lift gate","quote_3_odi":"11419888","quote_3_text":"On numerous occasions (probably 12-18 times) over the last 18 months our new Ascent will not start because of a dead battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11533546","quote_1_text":"Windshield broke for no reason. Crack not associated with any damage or weather incident","quote_2_odi":"11449995","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, she heard a cracking sound coming from the windshield and saw a minor crack on the driver's side of the windshield. The contact drove the vehicle to her residence and parked it","quote_3_odi":"11472419","quote_3_text":"I am currently replacing my 3rd front windshield in 11 months on my 2019 Subaru Ascent (First 8.19.21, Second: 4.15.22; Third was replaced 7.5.22) from a simple rock chip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-front-strut-noise","label":"Front strut and suspension noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11608636","quote_1_text":"There is a knocking or clunking noise at low speeds during and after turning in the front driver's side of the vehicle. Car has 17,500 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11583493","quote_2_text":"The front suspension is making a clanking noise. Inspection of the front strut towers tops shows an interior separation of the rubber in the Strut bearing at 63k miles","quote_3_odi":"11626570","quote_3_text":"We observed Subaru Ascent 2019 (Limited) car handling poorly over bumpy areas, especially over bumps on turns even at speeds under 40 mph. Car feels as if it is loosing contact with the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-startup-exhaust-smoke","label":"Smoke from exhaust at startup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11425761","quote_1_text":"Huge plumes of smoke on startup. Complained to the service department on multiple occasions and even left the car with the dealer service department. They said they could not duplicate my complaint","quote_2_odi":"11645828","quote_2_text":"My vehicle smokes when starting it. A lot of white smoke that can fill a parking lot. The smoke has a strong chemical smell","quote_3_odi":"11480214","quote_3_text":"When starting it blows blue smoke out of tail pipes that lingers in the air","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Ignition key not releasing with shifter in Park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11434984","quote_1_text":"At least a couple of times a week, the key gets stuck in the ignition. I can turn the car off, but I can't remove the key. If I start the car back up and shift it into Drive, and then slam it back into Park, after several tries, I can remove the key","quote_2_odi":"11362183","quote_2_text":"WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN PARK AFTER A TRIP, THE KEY BECOMES STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO BE TURNED OFF BUT THE KEY IS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"11428820","quote_3_text":"Per Subaru's TSB 16-112-18R, it appears that my 2016 Subaru Forester XT is experiencing a failing Park-Range switch. Starting around July 26, 2021, I started having issues trying to take the key out while in Park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-cvt-hesitation-and-lurch","label":"CVT hesitation and lurching when pulling away from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11606047","quote_1_text":"5 different warning lights all came on at the same time. Before that I noticed occasionally there was a delay starting again at a stoplight. Reputable mechanic replaced the valve body of the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11597922","quote_2_text":"The transmission started to fail and each time i stopped at an intersection, it would start to idle roughly and try and lurch foreward even with the brake fully depressed","quote_3_odi":"11471298","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started jerking and hesitating while attempting to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the transmission fluid was flushed; however, after retrieving the vehicle the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-wheel-lug-stud-fracture","label":"Wheel lug studs stripping or fracturing","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11509834","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on four separate occasions to rotate the tires; and each time the contact was notified that one lug bolt on each wheel had fractured","quote_2_odi":"11461838","quote_2_text":"Vehicles wheel studs and nuts striped. Common complaint with Subaru's. Nuts won't come off and unable to completely put back on to contact with rim. Nuts also won't come off all together, frozen on stud, studs breaks when trying to remove","quote_3_odi":"11641195","quote_3_text":"We have had numerous problems with the wheel lug stems on this car. One issue was very serious. We were driving from New Jersey down to Florida, and two of the lug stems snapped off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-passenger-ods-airbag-off","label":"Passenger occupant detection sensor turning airbag off","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725381","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety-critical failure of the passenger-side Occupant Detection System (ODS) in my 2016 Subaru Forester, which deactivates the airbag while the seat is occupied. This issue was first documented at an authorized Subaru dealer on 11/15/2023","quote_2_odi":"11685559","quote_2_text":"Multiple times over the last 4 months the passenger airbag has turned off when there is a passenger occupying the seat and the SRS light turns on. The related code is B1650","quote_3_odi":"11676215","quote_3_text":"Sensor on passenger side airbag stays off at times when there is a passenger in the seat. The notification on the dash and above the GPS screen notifies the driver that the airbag is off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11448232","quote_1_text":"The Controller Area Network (\"CAN\") did not enter sleep mode when the car was turned off, resulting in a \"parasitic battery drain.\" I replaced 3 batteries over a period of 24 months of ownership, and just paid $1355 to have the manufacturer-installed computer chip replaced to…","quote_2_odi":"11450455","quote_2_text":"Parasitic drain after car left parked and locked for ~4 days. This has occurred since I purchased the car new in 2016. I have replaced the battery 4 times but it has not helped the issue. I am now forced to leave the car plugged in to a battery tender when parked","quote_3_odi":"11442143","quote_3_text":"Even with a new battery, car battery dies if car isn’t run at least every 2 or 3 days, meaning I can’t rely on car if I take a trip of any length and leave the car behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11480344","quote_1_text":"I pulled into a parking space with a friend and as I turned the wheel to pull in and had the foot on the break, as soon as I let up on the brake the car lurched forward. Luckily, I slammed back on the brake since my foot has just come off it","quote_2_odi":"11468988","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while attempting to park in a driveway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated causing the contact to crash into a building wall. There were no injuries sustained. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11523588","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a “STOP” sign, the Subaru Forester unintentionally accelerated into a tree although the brake pedals were repeatedly utilized; it was totaled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11362843","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 SUBARU FORESTER HAS TWICE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ENGINE STALL WHILE CRUISING AT APPROX. 70 MPH WHEN THE FUEL WAS LOW. IN BOTH CASES THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT WAS NOT ON AND THE VEHICLE SHOWED FUEL IN THE TANK WITH FUEL RANGE OF 70-100 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11612794","quote_2_text":"Engine died. Pulled over. No warning lights, it just died. Waited for a tow but after an hour, tried to start and it started right up. Had 1/4 tank of fuel left, but got more and got home ok","quote_3_odi":"11383476","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR WILL SUDDENLY LOSE POWER WHEN UNDERWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR PREDICTABILITY. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF ENTERING TRAFFIC OR EVEN WHEN MOVING ON CONGESTED ROADS. NO ABILITY TO ACCELERATE AT ALL, THE CAR JUST DIES WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-horn-clock-spring-failure","label":"Horn failure traced to steering wheel clock spring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11520351","quote_1_text":"The horn does not work due to failure of the clock spring. This is a common problem among many Subaru vehicles. Without the use of a horn warning noises cannot be made to alert other drivers of potential hazards","quote_2_odi":"11532772","quote_2_text":"The Horn stopped working in the vehicle. This is a known issue with many Subarus. The horn is essential for safety reasons due to this the vehicle cannot pass a safety inspection. The culprit of this issue is the electrical coil spring component in the steering wheel behind the…","quote_3_odi":"11485198","quote_3_text":"The horn does not respond when pressing the button on the steering wheel. The only works if the steering wheel is turned. This is a hazard as the horn is needed to prevent a collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11064658","quote_1_text":"TL- CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK. CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT THROUGH SUBARU FOR EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO SUBARU AND HAD ENGINE CHECKED FOR OIL CONSUMPTION AND ENGINE OIL WAS EMPTY. SUBARU SAID NO RECALL ON VEHICLE. CONTACT WANTS ENGINE BLOCK REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10917326","quote_2_text":"OIL SENSOR LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATES. OIL IS LOW. SENSOR MEASURES PRESSURE NOT LEVEL. OIL PUMP HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED. DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX ISSUE(4 TIMES). REPLACED SENSOR, OIL CONSUMPTION TEST. VEHICLE IN AGAIN AT 34000 MILES FOR SAME ISSUE. DEALER MENTIONED SUBARU IS","quote_3_odi":"11253679","quote_3_text":"OIL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 3000 MILES FROM OIL CHANGE. SOMETIMES IMMEDIATELY AFTER OIL CHANGE DESPITE HAVING FULL LEVEL. OIL LEVELS CAN DROP SIGNIFICANTLY FROM OIL CHANGES. OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED BY DEALER AND OWNER WITH SAME RESULTS. HAPPENS WHEN ASCENDING AND DESCENDING HILLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed throttle response accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11175770","quote_1_text":"CAR HESITATES/DOES NOT RESPOND, INTERMITTENTLY BUT OFTEN, WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS PUSHED TO THE FLOORBOARD FROM A STOP. LAG/NO RESPONSE TIME IS ABOUT ABOUT 1 1/2 SECONDS. THIS RESULTS IN NEAR ACCIDENTS WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC AT AN INTERSECTION. CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO","quote_2_odi":"10778864","quote_2_text":"THREE TIMES ENGINE HAS FAILED TO RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUT. DURATION, 3 TO 15 SECONDS. HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED (<20MPH) JUST AFTER COASTING FOR A FEW SECONDS AND AS ENGINE IS HEATING UP. LAST INCIDENT, 9/27/2015, BACKED OUT OF PARKING SPACE, THEN SHIFTED INTO FORWARD, DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"10715452","quote_3_text":"FOR THE PAST FEW DAYS, MY VEHICLE MANY TIMES HESITATES FOR AT LEAST 3-5 SECONDS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP/REST AT A STOP LIGHT, ALMOST CAUSE ACCIDENT WHEN TRYING TO ENTER INTO AN INTERSECTION. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AROUND 2000 - 3000/RPM. THE CAR EVEN EXHIBITED SLIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Electronic parking brake actuator malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10593593","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE ENGAGES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS UNDERWAY. WHEN THE FAULT IS CLEARED AND DRIVING RESUMES THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE AGAIN ENGAGES. THE MFG ( SUBARU) PROVIDES A SMALL TOOL & INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO CRAWL UNDER THE CAR, USE THE TOOL TO MECHANICALLY RELEASE","quote_2_odi":"10896517","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF EMERGENCY BRAKE. FAILURE OCCURRED AT 13800 MILE AND AGAIN AT 13900 MILES WHILE BEING DRIVEN HOME FROM DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE DIAGNOSED WITH FAILED EPB MODULE. EMERGENCY BRAKE WILL NOT ENGAGE WHEN MODULE IS IN FAILED CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11145346","quote_3_text":"ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILED. WHEN THIS OCCURS YOU CAN'T USE THE PARKING BRAKE AND THE EYESIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT DOES NOT WORK. THIS OCCURS AT STARTUP, WHEN THE VEHICLE GOES THROUGH IT'S DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS. CAR HAS STRANDED US TWICE WITH THE BRAKE NOT ALLOWING US TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-backup-camera-moisture","label":"Backup camera failure from moisture intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11403676","quote_1_text":"THE REAR VIEW CAMERA WAS NOT DESIGNED OR MANUFACTURED PROPERLY AND IT ALLOWS MOISTURE TO GET INTO THE CAMERA ITSELF. AFTER A WHILE THE CAMERA WITH FUZZY PICTURE AND EVENTUALLY YOU CAN NOT VIEW THINGS PROPERLY OR SEE THEM AT ALL. THERE ARE MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS BY OTHERS ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11326060","quote_2_text":"THE BACK-UP CAMERA STARTED FLICKERING WHEN BACKING IN PARKING LOT. THAT HAPPENED TWICE. THE NEXT TIME IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHEN BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY. THE SCREEN DOESN'T EVEN SHOW THAT I'M BACKING-UP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11180651","quote_3_text":"BACKUP CAMERA ALLOWS WATER TO SEEP IN AND FRY THE CAMERA WHICH PRESENTS A SAFETY HAZARD WHEN BACKING UP (SMALL CHILDREN, PETS, ETC YOU COULDN'T SEE OTHERWISE IF DIRECTLY BEHIND -IN THE MOST DANGEROUS PLACE). SUBARU IS AWARE OF THIS DEFECT BUT HAS NOT CORRECTED IT, SO IF YOU HAVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall notification and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11190260","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY LOCAL DEALER (KOPPEL SUBARU - QUEENS, NY) CANNOT REPLACE MY PASSENGER AIRBAG PER THE RECALL UNTIL JUNE 14, 2019 - THE EARLIEST THEY CAN FIX - WHICH IS COMPLETELY INSANE SINCE I MADE THE APPOINTMENT TODAY ON MARCH 20TH SO I TECHNICALLY AM BEING ASKED TO WAIT","quote_2_odi":"11187234","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK HAS BEEN RECALLED \"TAKATA RECALL\". UNFORTUNATELY, SUBARU OF AMERICA FAILED TO NOTIFY ME OF THIS RECALL AND WHEN I INQUIRED AT THE LOCAL DEALER, JIM KERAS SUBARU OF MEMPHIS, I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS NOT THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY ME OF ANYTHING...IN OTHER","quote_3_odi":"11016013","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I WAS NEVER INFORMED FROM SUBARU INC., OR THE DEALER OF ANY RECALL SUBJECT TO THIS VEHICLE. IS THIS AUTO ON ANY RECALL LIST?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor false activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11114262","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONS AFTER ABOUT FIVE MINUTES OF ON THE ROAD DRIVING WITH A PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10630053","quote_2_text":"WITH A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT SEAT AND THE SEAT BELT FASTENED, THE SEAT BELT WARNING CHIME AND LIGHT ACTIVATED AND THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED. IN A LATER INCIDENT, THE PASSENGER MOVED TO THE BACK SEAT AND THE SEAT BELT WARNING CHIME AND LIGHT CONTINUED TO BE ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"10904435","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT SENSOR FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IS NOT WORKING CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO BE DEACTIVATED. THE SEATBELT INDICATOR SIGNAL BEEPS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SOMEONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT WITH THE SEATBELT ON OR NO ONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. IT IS FAILING TO SENSE ANY WEIGHT. I BOUGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without accelerator input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11004884","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN APPROACHING A RED LIGHT. THE CONTACT'S FOOT WAS NOT DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. ALSO, THE RPMS INCREASED TO","quote_2_odi":"10884119","quote_2_text":"PULLING CAR INTO PARKING SPACE AT SLOW SPEED WHEN CAR, WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT, SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. HEAVY PRESSURE ON BRAKES, DRIVER FELT THE ABS CYCLING, DID NT STOP VEHICLE. FINALLY, AFTER COLLIDING WITH A PARKED CAR, NOSE TO NOSE AND PUSHING OTHER CAR OUT OF ITS PARKING SPOT,","quote_3_odi":"10692840","quote_3_text":"I WAS PULLING UP TO PARK BEHIND A TOYOTA PRIUS ON A ROAD THAT WAS PARTIALLY COVERED WITH SNOW & ICE. THE WHEELS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WERE ON SNOW & ICE AND THE WHEELS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CAR WERE ON DRY ROADWAY. I WAS DRIVING SLOWLY TO PARK WHEN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11655941","quote_1_text":"The windshield cracked without impact or any other obvious means of damage. I have had 2 other windshields crack in the same manner, the first being December 2022, second March 2024, and now April 2025. All incidents have starts from the bottom on the windshield on the passenger…","quote_2_odi":"11413996","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD ON MY SUBARU CROSSTREK WHICH WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM A DEALER IN JULY 2019 HAS ALREADY SUFFERED 2 RANDOM CHIPS IN THE WINDSHIELD & TODAY AS I WAS DRIVING THE WINDSHIELD SPLIT SPONTANEOUSLY WITH A 7 INCH CRACK IN A TOTALLY DIFFERENT AREA FROM PREVIOUS REPAIRED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744841","quote_1_text":"2019 Subaru Crosstrek; Battery is drained even when car is fully turned \"off\". If the car is not driven every day, battery may drain completely and car won't start. If not driven for several days, battery will discharge so low that it is damaged, in which case it may not have…","quote_2_odi":"11568997","quote_2_text":"Battery drains rapidly and completely, sometimes overnight. Five times in less than one year. After a full charge only lasts a few days. Battery replaced but still happens. Others tell me it is a parasitic drain caused by \"DCM\" and/or faulty Starlink software. Dealership cannot…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-cvt-loss-of-power","label":"CVT and transmission loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753371","quote_1_text":"While driving, my dashboard warning lights on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek—AT OIL TEMP, EyeSight, and Lane Assist—illuminated simultaneously with a sudden onset of transmission slippage and erratic shifting, with no prior warning symptoms. The vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical…","quote_2_odi":"11701550","quote_2_text":"The car started shaking and shuddering at 40 mph on a straight road and I had several losses of motive power, with sluggish acceleration of a busy road. All dashboard lights began to turn on. The Oil Temp light was flashing, indicating an powertrain issue. After slowly driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-sunroof-window-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11627276","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway at approximately 60 MPH, the sunroof on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek suddenly exploded with a very loud pop. This occurred on a sunny, warm day at around 11:30 a.m., following a somewhat cold night. Both the sunroof and the interior sliding cover were…","quote_2_odi":"11423059","quote_2_text":"2019 Subaru Crosstrek Left rear window ( driver’s side) window shattered without warning. There was a recall issued for this exact problem - but the time frame for the recall was narrow and my car was not included as it was just shy of the start date for the recall although…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-ignition-coil-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure and engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737121","quote_1_text":"In the middle of driving car stuttered, engine light went on, and car stalled. Unable to restart, Engine cranks but would not turn over. Had car towed for repair. Diagnostic shows engine coil short causing blown fuse. Subaru has an active recall for this identical issue for my…","quote_2_odi":"11627701","quote_2_text":"Per NHTSA Product Campaign Bulletin WRE-21, all ignition coils on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Premium were replace on August 9th, 2021. On November 26th 2024, the same vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power on a 50 mph, 2-lane road, resulting in emergency action to move…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11505736","quote_1_text":"unexplained acceleration. I was in a parking lot and driving slowly and the car just took off. I had to crash it into the building at the mall to avoid cars and people. The car was totaled and my husband had a broken rib. We were taken to the hospital. Car was inspected and…","quote_2_odi":"11430534","quote_2_text":"My daughter was in process of pulling her car into the garage when it experienced sudden acceleration and crashed into the garage. My daughter was unable to stop the car as the brake system failed during the incident. She is now too terrified to drive the car. Subaru claims that…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11630923","quote_1_text":"Intermittent Power Steering Malfunction while driving causing car to violently \"self-steer\". Vehicle is NOT equipped with adaptive cruise control or lane assist features. Loss of control while driving become intermittently high risk having to clutch the steering wheel and…","quote_2_odi":"11558545","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate as the steering wheel seized with the power steering warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle swerved to the left before the contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-fuel-filler-leak","label":"Fuel leak at filler cap and recall repair delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724134","quote_1_text":"On March 11, 2026 I filled the gas tank to 100% capacity. The ambient temperature was 72 degrees Fahrenheit. I parked the vehicle in our garage with the door closed. Two hours later my wife notified me that there was a strong smell of gasoline throughout our four bedroom home","quote_2_odi":"11721835","quote_2_text":"My gas tank leaks out the top when filled. Currently, all check engine lights are on and all of the safety features of the vehicle have been disabled. When I took it to Subaru, they said there is an open recall with no remedy","quote_3_odi":"11748785","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that a few days after the dealer had serviced the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V106000(Fuel System, Gasoline), the contact refueled the vehicle at the gas station","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Rear liftgate glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754644","quote_1_text":"Two occurences of rear hatch window shattering spontaneously while vehicle was parked, powered off. No symptoms, warning lamps, or messages were present","quote_2_odi":"11705006","quote_2_text":"This is the SECOND time in less than 9 weeks that my rear window (hatch) has shattered for no reason. The first time it was when I closed the hatch and this time it was when I shut the driver side door. Both times my car was in my garage and not running","quote_3_odi":"11644338","quote_3_text":"The rear window spontaneously shattered. There was no extreme temperature or temperature change. The vehicle was parked when it happened. The entire rear window is gone to pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and OEM replacement backorder","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11714743","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle in May 2025, I have experienced repeated windshield damage that seems excessive and abnormal for a new vehicle. Within the first two months of ownership, the windshield developed a rock chip","quote_2_odi":"11624677","quote_2_text":"I believe there should be a windshield recall due to abnormally easy cracking. I purchased/took ownership of my 2025 Subaru Forester, Touring model, on September 3, 2024. The odometer was just 4 miles","quote_3_odi":"11634958","quote_3_text":"I believe there are some issues related to the reliability of the windshield of this vehicle. My windshield cracked by itself from the bottom without hitting anything, which is similar to other complainant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-low-beam-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dark spots and cutoff","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11627686","quote_1_text":"The low beam lighting on my 2025 Subaru Forester is dangerous. The beam is set so that it is flat on top and too low. When the car dips at all the beam does not allow you see straight ahead. This is very dangerous when you cannot use the high beam as with oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11693414","quote_2_text":"I find that the headlights on my 2025 Subaru Forester pose a safety concern. When on dims there is a distinct black line above which you have no light and cannot see","quote_3_odi":"11615460","quote_3_text":"Low visibility and dark (shadowy) spots on road surface when low beam LED lights are on, and you’re driving on a dark rural road. The cutoff of the visual field is uneven, with a shorter visual field and dark spots on driver side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speeds","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11638917","quote_1_text":"Driver side exterior rear view mirror shakes/vibrates at highway speeds (65mph or higher) making it difficult to safely change lanes/view following traffic","quote_2_odi":"11662985","quote_2_text":"Driver side door rear view mirror vibrates at highway speeds (55mph and above) rendering it unusable due to distortion. This is especially dangerous at nighttime with headlights","quote_3_odi":"11627995","quote_3_text":"Driver's side mirror vibrates when driving at highway speeds on freeways; vibration is so bad that it makes the image blurry when using the mirror to change lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-infotainment-ad-popups","label":"SiriusXM ad pop-ups blocking infotainment screen","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708572","quote_1_text":"SiriusXM add takes over the infotainment screen while the car is in drive and actively being driven. This blocks GPS, temperature control, car information, radio controls, everything on the main screen","quote_2_odi":"11741839","quote_2_text":"Sirius add pop-up on the infotainment screen, locks you out of the system. Not allowing use of hands free calling, text or climate control. Recurring issue making vehicle unsafe","quote_3_odi":"11741735","quote_3_text":"A commercial advertisement for SiriusXM took the entire infotainment screen until I could click the small X to close it. I was driving at about 35 mph on a road (this has happened at least twice since I bought the vehicle)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748437","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving into a parking space and applying the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, surged forward and drove over a parking bump before crashing into the hedges and a lamp post","quote_2_odi":"11726788","quote_2_text":"On 12/4/25, I was pulling into a space in a parking deck, was approximately one quarter of the way into the spot and the vehicle suddenly accelerated and struck a cement wall. I did not have my feet on the pedals at the time and was going at approximately 5 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"11674528","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into a parking spot with the brake pedal pressed, the vehicle displayed unintended acceleration, crashing into the wall of the building in front of the parking space. The air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-eyesight-false-braking","label":"EyeSight false braking and system deactivation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728521","quote_1_text":"I experienced a false emergency braking event twice at the same area near my home. The vehicle falsely identified a stopped car ahead of me and slammed on the brakes, with a loud beeping noise and flashing lights","quote_2_odi":"11701420","quote_2_text":"I have a 2025 Forester. The new Forester has unexpectedly thrown on its brakes in a major way three times in 24,000 miles. The last incident was on a divided highway with a sweeping curve to the right","quote_3_odi":"11745351","quote_3_text":"While driving wth adaptive cruise set to 50mph I attempted to adjusted the setting for distance between us and rage car in front of us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-trans-fluid-harness","label":"Transmission fluid migration into wiring harness","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738197","quote_1_text":"The pressure sensor coming out of the transmission has failed, and it's pushed transmission fluid throughout the engine harness, transmission harness, the bull harness in the dash and the 02 sensors. All of those have been damaged","quote_2_odi":"11714081","quote_2_text":"Although the NHTSA form does not include a transmission category, this complaint concerns a critical transmission-related defect in my 2020 Subaru Ascent, which caused oil migration into the wiring harness and contamination of the Engine Control Module (ECM)","quote_3_odi":"11658449","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Subaru Ascent experienced a sudden failure of critical safety systems due to CVT fluid leaking through the transmission pressure switch into multiple electrical components. This fluid leak damaged several wire harnesses and the Engine Control Module (ECM)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-battery-drain","label":"12V battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11439867","quote_1_text":"Several times my 2020 Subaru Ascent has failed to start and required a jump. I have taken my vehicle into the Subaru dealers 3 times for this problem. Every time they tell me something was left on that drained the battery when the vehicle was turned off","quote_2_odi":"11444224","quote_2_text":"The care continues to drain power resulting in dead battery. We have had continuous issues since purchasing the vehicle. The Dealer even installed a higher quality battery and due to Subaru admitting tot the problem","quote_3_odi":"11425137","quote_3_text":"Leaving my lift gate open for even a short amount of time drains the battery. Even after charging the battery manually my battery went completely dead after one year and three months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-windshield-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11500139","quote_1_text":"On Tuesday, January 3, I had a THIRD chip in my windshield. This just happened yesterday, so I have not had it evaluated yet. HOWEVER, this will be the THIRD chip that I will have to have repaired in the three short years I've owned this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11490861","quote_2_text":"We've had this car for a little over 2 years and have had 3 cracked windshields, seems like anything that hits it causes a crack. I've been driving for over 45 years and multiple cars and have had cracked windshields 2 or 3 times. This doesn't make any sense","quote_3_odi":"11406880","quote_3_text":"18 INCH CRACK IN WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE, HAPPENED SPONTANEOUSLY, NOTHING STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD AT ANY TIME.. JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 4/7/21 AT 0930","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor warp and pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11519244","quote_1_text":"The braking system on the vehicle does not operate as expected on the vehicle. As a result a vehicle that only has 40k miles on a daily driver, is on its 3 set of rotors, 2nd set of brake pads( i declined having them changed at the 40k service) and 2nd set of tires","quote_2_odi":"11497538","quote_2_text":"At around 18,000 miles when applying the brakes, the vehicle would shake and vibrate. By 20,000 miles the vibration was excessive affecting the ability to steer straight when braking. The dealer told me that they were aware of the issue with this year/model","quote_3_odi":"11429416","quote_3_text":"16000 miles. Front brakes vibrate hard when you press the brake. The whole front of the car vibrates it feels the same when the ABS system vibrates. Really scary sound and vibration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-front-strut-failure","label":"Front strut noise and premature replacement","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751605","quote_1_text":"My strut bearings have been replaced several times in the drivers sides, my shock and strut has been replaced twice on the drivers side and now the passenger side is doing the same thing","quote_2_odi":"11535024","quote_2_text":"Both front struts have failed within 55000 miles, the passenger one had a failure at 43,000 miles and the driver side has failed at 54000 miles. The dealership stated that the struts had \"corrosion\" and were not damaged","quote_3_odi":"11666835","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the undercarriage while driving over bumps in the roadway. No warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-cvt-hesitation","label":"CVT slipping and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753615","quote_1_text":"The Transmission is slipping on my 2020 Ascent. I had the recall wrk-21 performed in July of 2025. Over the last 6 months the car has been hesitant to go at low speeds and shakes at high speeds. Over the last month the transmission started to slip while accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11708448","quote_2_text":"The CVT transmission has failed and been replaced three times despite proper maintenance. Subaru has replaced the transmission multiple times under warranty, but the failure continues to recur","quote_3_odi":"11619784","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521522","quote_1_text":"Subaru's Windshield problems persist. Bought a 2021 forester in 2021, shortly after had a small chip turn into a giant crack in a matter of days. Dealership wouldn't repair under warranty, so $1000+ to have it replaced and Eyesight recalibrated","quote_2_odi":"11444187","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and passing a vehicle, he heard a sound coming from the windshield and the windshield cracked from the driver side to the middle of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11592004","quote_3_text":"I was driving along the highway when I heard the sound of a pebble hitting my windshield. When I got home, I immediately checked my windshield and did not see any damage. I was quite relieved. Two hours later, I looked out and saw a very long crack had appeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-front-suspension-bushing-failure","label":"Front suspension bushing and sway bar failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11483619","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving below 35 MPH, the sway bar fractured and detached from the subframe of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11696387","quote_2_text":"Issue started with hearing a clunking noise from the front of the car, had the dealer inspect at 37,000 miles. They said they the clunking was caused by ECU issue and reprogrammed the ECU to correct it. Obviously, a software update did not correct the noise","quote_3_odi":"11423682","quote_3_text":"Top bolt on strut fell out. Caused wheel to collapse and bent drive axle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-auto-stop-start-restart-failure","label":"Auto Stop/Start restart failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748058","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Subaru Forester has a recurring, worsening defect in the Idle Stop/Start (ISS) system that creates a stalling hazard. When ISS shuts the engine off at a stop, the engine intermittently fails to restart when I try to move again","quote_2_odi":"11635323","quote_2_text":"12/14/24-I was stopped at a red light at a VERY busy intersection. The engine was in stop mode by the start/stop feature. When the light turned green, the car failed to start. The entire car shut down, with alarms sounding and dash lights flashing","quote_3_odi":"11696842","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has experienced four separate engine shutdowns while stopped in traffic. Each time, the engine turned off unexpectedly, requiring a manual restart. One incident occurred near a railroad crossing with my child in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723858","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 4 MPH and slowing to park, the vehicle accelerated on its own. The contact stated that the vehicle drove out of the parking lot and crashed into a wall","quote_2_odi":"11499550","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into the drive gear, the vehicle accelerated at high speed without any warning and drove into the wall of her garage causing front damage to the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11688867","quote_3_text":"Unintentional Acceleration - 2 times within 4 days of each incident. 9/17/25 while stopped to pull into a parking lot my 2021 Subaru Forester accelerated as I was stopped. I had to slam on the brakes, take a deep breath and was shocked at the pull and speed the car wanted to go","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-eyesight-false-activation","label":"EyeSight driver-assist false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672501","quote_1_text":"While driving on I-17 Southbound near mile marker 311 at approximately 75 mph, I experienced a sudden and dangerous malfunction of the Lane Keep Assist (Auto-Steer) system in a 2021 Subaru Forester","quote_2_odi":"11680124","quote_2_text":"On August 12, 2025, at approximately 10:16 AM, while driving at normal speed on CR-43 NW southbound just past Minnesota Ave in Big Lake, MN, my Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist System, specifically the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) / Pre-Collision Braking System, suddenly","quote_3_odi":"11560155","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the automatic emergency braking system activated, bringing the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713463","quote_1_text":"On January16,2026 while driving from Houston,TX to Austin TX the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power on Highway 71 W. We were traveling at approximately 70 MPH when the engine completely failed","quote_2_odi":"11573729","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was parked and idling unoccupied for under 5 minutes when an extremely noxious, hot blast of fumes came from underneath the back","quote_3_odi":"11564774","quote_3_text":"Thermo control valve failed at about 42000 miles on 2021 Subaru Forester Premium, on 1/1/24. Owned 3 yrs 1 mo. Car was parked at work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733227","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracks/chips very easily even when nothing has touched it. I have had 4 cracks in less than 6 months with no reason as to why they are occurring and they are ALL on the driver side, NOTHING on passenger side, which seems very odd","quote_2_odi":"11668431","quote_2_text":"On 6/10/2025 noticed a small crack on the left side drivers windshield when getting ready to go to work. Nothing hit it that I know of, it just appeared one afternoon. Since then the crack has been growing and blocking drivers view","quote_3_odi":"11643136","quote_3_text":"Windshield cracked in same exact spot on bottom of windshield with no point of impact while sitting in our garage. Looks like it started at heating element. Our windshield was replaced for this same reason 2 months ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-passenger-airbag-inactive","label":"Passenger-seat airbag fails to activate","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595264","quote_1_text":"The airbag does not go on all the time when my wife is in the passenger seat. My wife weighs approximately 100lbs. We have been at the dealer 2x's and they say that the airbag is working perfectly. I disagree with them very strongly","quote_2_odi":"11567193","quote_2_text":"The passenger air bag remains off per the indicator when my 5'3\" 100lb wife sits in the seat. The system was inspected at Peoria Subaru in Peoria, AZ and no problem was found. The service manager told me the factory design is 105 lbs minimum before the air bag is on","quote_3_odi":"11624744","quote_3_text":"The Car is available for Inspection. Front Passenger Side Air Bag. When My Wife Sits in the Front Passenger Seat, The Air Bag indicator Indicates the Air Bag System is Off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-eyesight-collision-avoidance-fail","label":"EyeSight forward collision avoidance failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733185","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally request that the NTSB investigate an apparent defect in the EyeSight driver assistance system installed on the 2024 Subaru Forester","quote_2_odi":"11706573","quote_2_text":"The eyesight system fails on almost a daily basis. When this happens, multiple safety features shutdown. Lane assist and departure warning stops working. Collision avoidance stops working","quote_3_odi":"11711351","quote_3_text":"On the morning of December 13, 2026, an incident occurred involving our 2024 Subaru Forester. While attempting to make a right-hand turn, the vehicle failed to decelerate as expected and subsequently struck a utility pole","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751846","quote_1_text":"I leased. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Premium last May and after I drove it for a few days I discovered the driver side mirror was shaking and made it impossible to see traffic clearly, especially at night","quote_2_odi":"11696591","quote_2_text":"Shortly after I bought the new car from a dealership in June 2025, I noticed the driver side mirror vibrates at speed above 60 mph, which makes the images in the mirror become quite blurry and makes it hard to judge the distance of other vehicles especially at night","quote_3_odi":"11689937","quote_3_text":"Driver's side mirror wobbles/vibrates at highway speeds causing blurriness of objects and LED light trials. The dealer serviced it with a Subaru provided Service Bulletin #12-268-25 but still have the issue after that initial fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-infotainment-ad-popups","label":"Infotainment SiriusXM advertisement pop-ups while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706106","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system periodically displays full-screen advertisements for SiriusXM during car operation, interrupting navigation and all other functions that occur on the infotainment system","quote_2_odi":"11702672","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, an advertisement for a product that the contact had never purchased suddenly took over the infotainment system, which required the driver to interact with the infotainment screen","quote_3_odi":"11701171","quote_3_text":"Pop up ads for SiriusXM while driving are a dangerous distraction. They pop up with a sound from the speakers, making me think somethings wrong with my car and distracting me from the road. It also doesn't close by itself","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-eyesight-lane-keep-erratic","label":"EyeSight lane-keep assist erratic engagement","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753387","quote_1_text":"While driving on a road with a round about as I entered into the round about turn the vehicle lane keeping assist pulled the wheels and caused me to slam into the curb damaging the passenger side front and back wheel","quote_2_odi":"11682610","quote_2_text":"Lane-keep assist function has stopped working correctly. Warning light on dashboard. On a 3 lane freeway, on left side of vehicle the car drifts over the dividing line into traffic before there is a nudge","quote_3_odi":"11719893","quote_3_text":"Vehicle lane keeping assistance switches itself off and on while driving. After first occurrence, dealer response was that such behavior is not unusual when sun is in front of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734289","quote_1_text":"my sunroof exploded. I was on the highway, no trucks around to shed debris, when I heard a pop and then the sound of glass breaking. I was near my home so I got there and then inspected the sunroof. The glass was pushed upward at the center of the sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11658700","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], at [XXX] , my sunroof spontaneously exploded outwards while driving at 65mph going north bound. There was not an object that struck the vehicle. The next vehicle ahead of me was nearly 1/4 mile ahead of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739643","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a Texas highway on May 2 at the speed limit of 75 mph with the car on cruise control. It was a sunny day and traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11724288","quote_2_text":"On two occasions, the vehicle has activated the forward collision warning although there was no nearby vehicle or obstruction. The date of incident is not precise","quote_3_odi":"11707619","quote_3_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking engaged unnecessarily. It was triggered by a plastic trash bag being blown in front of the vehicle. I was driving about 70 mph and was fortunate to avoid being rear-ended by another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and passenger sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745558","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH with his wife inside the vehicle, the contact experienced a medical emergency and blacked out, causing the vehicle to accelerate to approximately 70 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11668032","quote_2_text":"My wife was almost killed yesterday in a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. She was hit by a side impact at over 35 mph through the driver's door, and the airbags didn't work. The side doors locked and buckled from the impact","quote_3_odi":"11684820","quote_3_text":"WHEN MY WIFE IS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG DOES NOT GO ON. I AM TOLD IT IS ACTIVATED BY WEIGHT. MY WIFE WEIGHTS 95 LBS. I WAS INITIALLY TOLD THAT 80 LBS OR MORE SHOULD ACTIVATE THE AIR BAG. THE AIR BAG DOES NOT TURN ON WHEN SHE IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699326","quote_1_text":"Windshield made a very loud bang noise as if something hit it but nothing was observed to hit. After arriving home, I inspected the windshield and discovered a 4 inch straight hairline horizontal crack with no sign of debris impact (no chip, scratch, etc)","quote_2_odi":"11690413","quote_2_text":"Windshield crack suddenly appeared without any known outside trauma (i.e., rock hitting windshield). The crack goes from the base of the windshield next to the wiper blade motor and stretches >10 inches across the bottom","quote_3_odi":"11650376","quote_3_text":"On my second windshield repair, windshield is highly sensitive and prone to cracks and chips, unbelievable / unacceptable for a new car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674725","quote_1_text":"Driving on the freeway at 65 mph, my sunroof spontaneously exploded. The car is less than one month old and no debris whatsoever hit the car prior to the sunroof exploding. It was a sunny day, about 85 degrees and the freeway traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11684097","quote_2_text":"2025 Subaru Outback was parked in the garage. The high temperature for the day was in the upper 80's. The temperature on the thermometer in the garage was 85. The car had been parked in the garage after the drive home from work for over 3 hours","quote_3_odi":"11752963","quote_3_text":"On May 16, 2026, I was driving approximately 65 mph northbound on the Glenn Highway near Anchorage, Alaska, in my 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness. Traffic was light, and there were no vehicles within approximately 150 yards of my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-infotainment-popup-ads","label":"Infotainment pop-up ads during driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701541","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety issue with the satellite radio service in my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11702541","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle's infotainment system becomes unusable due to a pop-up ad for Sirius XM satellite radio","quote_3_odi":"11741691","quote_3_text":"I was driving and an ad for SiriusXM popped up. This has happened before. This disables thr head unit until you press the C button. This is dangerous. Please address with Subaru","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743406","quote_1_text":"Twice in one week I was backing slowly out of my driveway. No cars were in sight and the Subaru slammed on the breaks. The first time tweaked my back as I was looking over my shoulder when it broke so aggresively. I am fine","quote_2_odi":"11719139","quote_2_text":"1.) Lane departure is not operating until way over the line on right side of vehicle. 2.) Collision Warning is going off regularly with no cars in front or behind. Randomly goes off","quote_3_odi":"11666660","quote_3_text":"The Car will not stop if another vehicle is in front of it and I don't hit on the brakes. I have taken it in for this problem more than three times and they put it on the computer and it can not find anything wrong with it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-airbag-status-light-fail","label":"Passenger airbag status light failing for light occupants","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754998","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat airbag light does NOT always come on when my wife, 93 lbs, sits in the passenger seat. It will come on with someone heavier","quote_2_odi":"11648460","quote_2_text":"The front seat passenger airbag has an amber colored lighted alert indicator on the dashboard that is supposed to change from “off” to “on” when an occupant of sufficient weight is seated in that position","quote_3_odi":"11644733","quote_3_text":"Shortly after purchasing my vehicle I noticed that the passenger airbag illuminated “off” indicator did not switch from “off” to “on” when an individual weighing under 100 pounds occupies the front passenger set in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss after electrical system failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732342","quote_1_text":"Trip start: EyeSight, collision avoidance, blind spot, and lane assist all offline; BRAKE indicator illuminated with no brake engagement. Minutes later, airbag warning activated. Dealer service advisor described the dash as \"lit up like a Christmas tree.\"","quote_2_odi":"11736330","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels skidded and the steering wheel seized. In addition, the contact stated that the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11696638","quote_3_text":"CRITICAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE - HIGHWAY SAFETY HAZARD 10/23/2025: While driving 2025 Outback (11K miles) at highway speed on I-485 Charlotte, complete electrical system failure occurred without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire following engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755608","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Complaint Narrative — Draft On July 9, 2026, in the evening, my leased 2026 Subaru Outback Touring caught fire while we were driving home. We were stopped in a left-turn lane waiting on a left-turn signal","quote_2_odi":"11741875","quote_2_text":"On June 2 when I was driving home from work on the I 94 Highway in Detroit Michigan I was going about 50 mph when my check engine light went on and within seconds the engine failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-eyesight-phantom-braking","label":"EyeSight phantom braking events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754558","quote_1_text":"Brakes slammed on, car stopped, flashing yellow lights on left Combination Meter stating that Pre-Collision Braking was activated. There was no vehicle/obstacle/animal in the road. No parked cars, no cars backing out of a driveway.  Road was completely clear","quote_2_odi":"11549650","quote_2_text":"With nothing in front of us and no warning, the car began flashing the red dash lights, the cluster flashed the red warning about braking, and the brakes were automatically applied with enough force to set the seat belt pretensions and we unweighted the seats","quote_3_odi":"11517305","quote_3_text":"almost on a daily basis the precollision breaking system would cause the car to break when there was nothing there. It has picked up parked cars on the side of the road as well as breaked for no apparent reason. I have been almost rear ended a number of times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648201","quote_1_text":"I have had several times where tiny road pebbles have kicked up hitting the windshield and have caused cracks. There is now also a crack forming where there has not been any impact. This is my second windshield replacement in two years. I have never had a windshield that has…","quote_2_odi":"11560656","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED EASILY WITH A SMALL PEBBLE ON 2/2023 MIDWAY UP THE WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE. SIZE WAS ABOUT QUARTER/ .25 CENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN 1 MONTH OLD. WINDSHIELD WAS REPLACED IN APRIL 2023 BECAUSE TOOK 2 MONTHS TO GET A NEW WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11515866","quote_3_text":"I noticed a crack on the passenger side of the windshield, which initially measured around 5 inches in length. To my surprise, the crack expanded to over 10 inches in just a day and continued to grow thereafter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-eyesight-system-disabling","label":"EyeSight system intermittent self-disabling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11587316","quote_1_text":"The Eyesight system on my 2023 Subaru Outback will suddenly stop working.  It will go out in all conditions, mornings, afternoons and evenings.  Sometimes it will go out a a minute or two.  Other times it will be out for hours","quote_2_odi":"11513176","quote_2_text":"The two displays on my 2023 Subaru Outback (both the main entertainment one and the tiny dash one) randomly restart without notice and/or freeze and are unresponsive. This disables adaptive cruise control, EyeSight warnings, lane departure warnings, front collision warnings…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11546772","quote_1_text":"Sunroof/Moonroof spontaneously shattered OUTWARD.  Car was being driven, inside slider was closed. Driver heard a bang, followed by hearing glass on the roof.  Car driven another mile and parked where local police responded, examined the damage and took photos","quote_2_odi":"11513158","quote_2_text":"I was driving at 65mph merging onto I-73. Suddenly, I heard what sounded like an explosion followed by what sounded like flapping and \"pebbles hitting roof\" sound. I knew something had broken so I pulled off the road. My moonroof had shattered","quote_3_odi":"11525244","quote_3_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded. Temperatures were around 50 degrees, no cars around me at the time and as far as I can tell, nothing could have hit the window at least at that moment. I had been driving for about 1 hour and no sudden changes in temperature or pressure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-starlink-failure","label":"Starlink/SOS connectivity and software failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556552","quote_1_text":"I PAID EXTRA WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR FOR SUBARU STARLINK EMERGENCY SERVICES. THEY HAD GUARENTEED THAT IN ANY ACCIDENT ANYWHERE IF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED STARLINK WOULD CONTACT ALL EMERGENCY SERVICES SO THAT AMBULANCES AND POLICE WOULD COME TO THE SCENED OF THE ACCIDENT. THE…","quote_2_odi":"11488010","quote_2_text":"upon purchasing the vehicle from the dealer on October 3, 2022, he noticed that the automatic collision alert to the Emergency Services, the diagnostic alert, the remote services, the SOS emergency alert, the stolen vehicle recovery alert, the Roadside Assistance alert, and the…","quote_3_odi":"11702638","quote_3_text":"Recently, in my 2023 Subaru Outback, I have been having pop-up ads for SirusXM take over my infotainment screen.  The ad appears in the center, does not allow the user to interact with the screen - including air conditioning control and traction control selection - and will not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731476","quote_1_text":"While turning into a parking spot, the accelerator pedal was slightly depressed, and the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, crashing into a parked vehicle on the driver's side. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to move forward after the crash into the next parking spot","quote_2_odi":"11638907","quote_2_text":"his wife was driving the vehicle and as she was entering into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle experienced sudden unintended acceleration. The contact's wife reported that the vehicle had made an abnormal revving sound as if she had applied the…","quote_3_odi":"11567364","quote_3_text":"while driving 45-50 MPH uphill, the accelerator pedal was released; however, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated to 63 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-headlight-shadows","label":"Low-beam headlight shadow artifacts and visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498198","quote_1_text":"When the headlights are turned on, each projects a rectangular shadow. These shadows move when you drive and look like animals coming across the road. Apparently, Subaru says this is normal operation. The dealer noted that it is an issue but Subaru has no remedy","quote_2_odi":"11541215","quote_2_text":"there are two shadow artifacts near the top of the field of vision that move from side to side. They are distracting (almost looks like an animal darting across the road) and dangerous.  Secondly, the cutoff line with the projector headlights on low-beams severely limits field…","quote_3_odi":"11528067","quote_3_text":"While driving at night on dark roads in Pennsylvania, it was quite obvious and strange that the top half of the windshield was black while the bottom half was clear showing the lights on the road.   This was quite annoying and disruptive while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2023-windshield-cracking-chipping","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11545366","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness just a little over a week ago. I was driving to the dealership to drop off some papers, leaving plenty of room around me, and something small hit my windshield because I didn't see any object. My guess is a small pebble off from somewhere off the road? Instant chip…","quote_2_odi":"11553125","quote_2_text":"Spontaneous windshield crack. I parked car in garage overnight. In the morning, there was a spontaneous crack on passenger side.  Not sure if it is related to using car heater for the very first time 2 days prior to the spontaneous crack.  The vehicle is 8 months old with 10,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11571243","quote_3_text":"Spontabeus stress crack in windshield in first 1000 miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2023-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753115","quote_1_text":"Eyesight collision braking system engaged as I was rolling up my driveway to go into garage.  Garage door was rolling up and was about 5 feet off the ground when Anti Collision system engaged and slammed the brakes on. I was going under 1 mph and would not have hit the door.","quote_2_odi":"11670232","quote_2_text":"In driving our 2023 Subaru Forester at 45mph at 10:00 am in the  morning, with NO cars in front of us, in back of us, or on either side of us- suddenly the brakes locked up! Had there been anyone behind us, there could have been a dangerous collision.","quote_3_odi":"11523158","quote_3_text":"Forward collision braking activated for no reason. No traffic in front or behind when activated. Steady speed of 35-40 mph when activated - conditions were clear and dry. No warning prior to incident, message appeared on dash during braking. Seat belts activated and car came to a complete and very abrupt stop.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-eyesight-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11-01 → 2026-08-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749348","quote_1_text":"the vehicle's onboard Forward Collision Avoidance System (FCAS) suddenly and unexpectedly activated without any obstruction, hazard, or vehicle ahead. The abrupt, automated braking and system intervention caused an immediate loss of vehicle control, forcing the car into a 180-degree spin…","quote_2_odi":"11687511","quote_2_text":"When crossing a bridge at 40 mph with wide open lanes and shoulders the vehicle on cruise control suddenly braked aggressively and came to a full stop in the middle of a state highway bridge. Conditions were daylight, headed towards sun, no shadows on bridge.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor impact or thermal stress","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12-01 → 2024-09-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11668559","quote_1_text":"The windshield on the 2023 is extremely susceptible to cracking easily. Chips turn to cracks within minutes","quote_2_odi":"11614676","quote_2_text":"Front windshield easily cracked from minor rock strikes 3 times within 20 months. Replacement with Subarus OEM glasses twice already within 3 months. Now a new crack needs repair or potential replacement.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-front-brake-pulsation","label":"Front brake pulsation and rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05-01 → 2025-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11653634","quote_1_text":"Subaru issued recall TSB 06-92-24 to address front brake vibration by replacing rotors and pads with upgraded parts. My vehicle received this repair in September 2024. Less than 9,000 miles later, the exact same symptoms returned—steering wheel shaking and brake pulsation.","quote_2_odi":"11552358","quote_2_text":"Right around the 10,000 mile mark I started noticing a shake when braking. I was pretty concerned about this as the car only has the mentioned 10,000 miles. I took it to the dealership where I bought the car. They were able to fix the problem by replacing the rotors and break pads.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-tire-blowout-sidewall-failure","label":"20-inch tire sudden pressure loss and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02-01 → 2023-11-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507733","quote_1_text":"We were driving on the 14 freeway when suddenly the car began shaking and warning lights started going off. My husband kept the wheel steady and I saw our tire come off in a solid piece onto the freeway! We had not hit anything.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-battery-drain-failure","label":"Factory battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06-01 → 2026-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733168","quote_1_text":"Factory OEM battery has repeatedly failed. Voltage drops below 11.5V in normal use. Three documented failures in six weeks. SAFETY INCIDENT: Vehicle died on a public street and became completely immobilized. Brake warning light activated. Vehicle would not move even after a jump start…","quote_2_odi":"11525200","quote_2_text":"Only 3500 miles on new 2023 Subaru ASCENT and it won\"t start. I have had to give it a boost four times already, anytime I need to use it. I check to make sure there are no lights left on. Just staying parked from one day to the next and it won\"t start.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-cruise-control-unintended-acceleration","label":"Cruise control unintended acceleration above set speed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08-01 → 2026-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731662","quote_1_text":"In 2024, 2025, and 2026, I have had 2 incidents in each year where the cruise control is set to 60 to 65 mph and the cruise control then accelerates the car past 100 mph. When this occurs, tapping the break does NOT disengage the cruise control.","quote_2_odi":"11612133","quote_2_text":"There was a SUDDEN and UNINTENDED acceleration without the driver input while braking to park going approximately 1 - 2 MPH. Our safety was at risk. The vehicle was not in our control. A police report was generated. Rather than stopping we crashed into the apartment building…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-eyesight-lane-departure-erratic","label":"EyeSight lane departure assist erratic steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11-01 → 2025-09-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687439","quote_1_text":"On August 28, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m. while driving on Sugar Ridge Road, my 2023 Subaru Ascent suddenly jerked violently into the left lane without warning while the EyeSight Driver Assist system was active. I had to take immediate corrective action to maintain control…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-hvac-compressor-failure","label":"HVAC compressor failure and defroster inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01-24 → 2026-07-30","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725538","quote_1_text":"four days later, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound while the HVAC system was engaged. Additionally, the HVAC system became inoperable, and the defroster and defogger were inoperable. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an electrical compressor failure…","quote_2_odi":"11753828","quote_2_text":"July 2026 (132,911 Miles): Only six months after the recall certification, the high-voltage electric compressor suffered a subsequent, total mechanical failure. The servicing dealership confirmed that the closed thermal loop is actively contaminated with metal debris…","quote_3_odi":"11699653","quote_3_text":"Recently received a recall notice on the software and HVAC compressor. Took vehicle into dealership, and they told me my vehicle failed the recall. They said that there were only 7 replacement parts in the entire nation and they were all taken…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-adaptive-cruise-control-failure","label":"Adaptive cruise control failure to detect vehicles ahead","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03-28 → 2024-10-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618264","quote_1_text":"During any precipitation, primarily rain, the adaptive cruise control fails to sense vehicles in front of it. This became alarming as the vehicle began to speed up and get alarmingly close to the other vehicle, causing driver to slam brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11514133","quote_2_text":"THREE (3) times it did not see the car in front of me and I had to apply the brakes to slow the vehicle down or I may have hit the vehicle in front of me. As mentioned above, this happened in very misty conditions…","quote_3_odi":"11550158","quote_3_text":"My car began to accelerate to the speed which is was set at and didn't detect the car in front which was stopped at a traffic light. I had to quickly apply my brakes to avoid a collision…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08-14 → 2025-04-21","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655928","quote_1_text":"Sudden unintended acceleration while maneuvering to park. The acceleration was instantaneous and forceful, that in less than 20 feet of rapid movement the car forced itself over some utility poles laying behind the intended parking spot…","quote_2_odi":"11538316","quote_2_text":"Subaru Solterra - Sudden unexpected acceleration with no ability to brake or steer. Message appeared \"System Malfunction\" Crashed into woods; small trees slowed and stopped car; airbags did not deploy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-rear-motor-drive-unit-noise","label":"Rear electric motor and drive unit humming or grinding noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11-16 → 2026-05-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735160","quote_1_text":"I had been hearing a humming noise for around a year and when reported to the dealer I was told that the rear electric motor had to be replaced. I had been researching online about this issue and apparently, is something a lot of Solterra owner have gone through…","quote_2_odi":"11707921","quote_2_text":"Was told by Subaru today that the rear drive unit of the rear motor needs replaced already at 50k miles and was not covered under warranty. Upon searching online it appears that Subaru Solterras and the Toyota Bz4x are having multiple users report this issue…","quote_3_odi":"11699626","quote_3_text":"Rear differential has intermittent grinding noise that was confirmed by dealership. Eventually the differential will fail which will cause the car to stop unexpectedly.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-dc-charging-range-performance","label":"DC fast charging rate and reported range discrepancy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07-04 → 2025-08-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572031","quote_1_text":"Slow DC charging of Subaru Solterra 2023 at low temperatures is unsafe for toddlers and babies. The battery pack of Subaru Solterra 2023 has a slow charging rate at DC, and with low temperature( 32 F), it becomes even slower…","quote_2_odi":"11680030","quote_2_text":"On one occasion, after charging for 48 minutes at a Level 3 DC fast charger, I gained only 53 miles of range, then lost 17 of those miles in just 2 miles of driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-underbody-fender-liner-detachment","label":"Underbody shield and fender liner detachment in water","component_code":"STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09-14 → 2025-01-31","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544506","quote_1_text":"Left and right wheel well liners , front undertray and rear undertray came off while driving at slow speed on a street that had about 8 inches of water during heavy rain. I took the car to the Subaru dealer to get fixed under the guarantee as the car was just 6 months old and 7,553 miles…","quote_2_odi":"11639850","quote_2_text":"Driving vehicle during rain storm at 10mph through standing water approximately 1 foot depth while exiting freeway in San Francisco caused front bumper components to loosen/crack, front fender liners to tear off, thereby exposing the electrical components of the battery drive unit…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-center-console-glare-driver-eyes","label":"Piano black center console trim glare into driver's eyes","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05-29 → 2025-08-23","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682564","quote_1_text":"On the 23-25MY Subaru Solterra there is piano black reflective material plastics on the center console. It is angled slightly and when the sun is shinning through the windshield from directly above the car, such as noon/lunch time. The sun reflects directly into the drivers eyes…","quote_2_odi":"11725788","quote_2_text":"When the sun is at certain angles in the middle of the day, direct sunlight bounces off of the high-gloss plastic trim around the shifting knob directly into the driver's eyes. This is distracting and makes it hard to see the road.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446182","quote_1_text":"I have a 2019 Subaru Impreza and my windshield cracked for the second time in two years. I was driving and heard a loud pop and the windshield cracked from the top about a foot down. Nothing hit the windshield. The first time this happened, the car was sitting in the driveway. I","quote_2_odi":"11321106","quote_2_text":"8000 MILES ON THE CAR. LARGE CRACK FORMED IN WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE AFTER GOING OVER A TYPICAL BUMP IN THE ROAD. CRACK HAS PROPAGATED ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD QUICKLY. SUBARU DECLINED A WARRANTY CLAIM. THIS IS MY 4TH SUBARU, AND NOTHING LIKE THIS HAS EVER HAPPENED BEFORE","quote_3_odi":"11185650","quote_3_text":"AFTER OWNING MY CAR FOR FIVE MONTHS THE WINDSHIELD IS CRACKED AGAIN I HAVE HAD IT REPLACED TWICE ALREADY. THERE IS A SERIOUS DEFECT IN THE WINDSHIELD THAT SUBARU IS USING ON THE IMPREZA VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-headlight-recall-delay","label":"Headlight recall repair unavailable","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11569376","quote_1_text":"The headlamps were recalled in August of 2022 and almost 18 months later there is still no remedy for these defective and unsafe headlights","quote_2_odi":"11528645","quote_2_text":"The manufacturer has a recall for front headlights not being bright enough and causing a danger to drivers. I no longer feel safe driving my vehicle at night as i cannot see the roadway nor other vehicles can see me. Its been almost a year and it’s taking a long time to remedy","quote_3_odi":"11553436","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights was inadequate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-brake-line-caliper","label":"Rubber brake line and caliper degradation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754703","quote_1_text":"Front right caliper seized less than 3k miles following dealer service including brake fluid flush. Replaced calipers, pads, and rotors at my own expense. Suspect internal degradation of rubber brake lines. Service bulletin exists for year prior model. Many others report rubber","quote_2_odi":"11576921","quote_2_text":"Your vehicle inspection has been completed. Unfortunately we found all 4 of your brake lines are swelling and will need to be replaced. The parts are not in stock and will need to be ordered. Until they're replaced we don't recommend to drive the vehicle due to safety concerns","quote_3_odi":"11471552","quote_3_text":"The brakes on this car squeak constantly. Even after replacing brake pads and rotors the car still squeaks every time the brakes are used. After searching the issue I have found multiple Reddit forums of 2019 Impreza owners complaining of the same issue. I have filed a complaint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-windshield-cowl-warp","label":"Windshield cowl separation and warping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11436526","quote_1_text":"The windshield cowl separates at the bottom of the windshield for reasons such as heat. The separation grows over time and has the potential to detach on the highway partially or entirely. If detached partially, obstructs vision and scares. If entirely, could impact following","quote_2_odi":"11573654","quote_2_text":"The cowl that fills the gap between the bottom of the windshield and the hood is defective and warps from the heat of the engine. This warping leaves a huge gap that exposes the bottom of the windshield and allows debris and water under the hood of the car. I was told this was a","quote_3_odi":"11752823","quote_3_text":"The cowl is the newest cowl on my 2019 subaru impreza and it still bowed like the original. Mine wasn't on the original recall and it bowed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-highway-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11195959","quote_1_text":"CAR WILL NOT TRACK STRAIGHT. AT 60 MPH+ YOU MUST MAKE CONSTANT SMALL STEERING CORRECTIONS TO KEEP THE CAR IN YOUR LANE. IT CONSTANTLY DARTS SIDE TO SIDE. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO WILL NOT SELF CENTER AFTER A TURN. YOU HAVE TO PHYSICALLY PULL THE WHEEL BACK TO CENTER THE LAST 5","quote_2_odi":"11612594","quote_2_text":"Vehicle sways significantly and continuously left and right in lane at highway speeds, including in low or no wind conditions, since the car was new. This happens regardless of whether eyesight/lane keep assist is enabled or not, and all tire pressures are regularly monitored","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-battery-drain","label":"Repeated battery failure while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11407930","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING MY VEHICLE IN JANUARY OF 2019 I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE BATTERY REPLACED 4 TIMES, EACH TIME THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN SITTING FOR MORE THAN A WEEK, NOT BEEN EXPOSED TO EXTREME TEMPERATURES, NOT BEEN LEFT WITH A LIGHT ON OR A DOOR OPEN. THE 2ND, 3RD AND 4TH TIMES THIS","quote_2_odi":"11442745","quote_2_text":"Purchased Impreza Limited 10/31/19. On 1/23/21, car would not start. AAA said battery not good & installed a new battery. On 7/4/21 car would not start; battery jumped by AAA. On 9/10/21 car would not start. AAA said battery not good & installed a new battery again—3rd battery","quote_3_odi":"11395794","quote_3_text":"AFTER HAVING THE CAR 10 MONTHS BATTERY KEPT DYING. SUBARU REPLACED THE FIRST BATTERY WITH A NEW ONE EXACTLY ONE YEAR AGO. THAT BATTERY JUST DIED ON FEB 8 AFTER NOT BEING DRIVEN FOR 3 DAYS. I NEEDED TO GET IT JUMP STARTED. SUBARU WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THIS AND TOLD ME TO GET A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11351622","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE IS IDENTIFIED IN THE ACCIDENT REPORT AS UNIT 2. UNIT 1 ATTEMPTED TO MAKE AN IMPROPER/CARELESS LEFT TURN ONTO MAUCH CHUNK RD. UNIT 2 WAS IN MOTION TRAVELING STRAIGHT ACROSS THE INTERSECTION WHEN UNIT 1 TRIED TO MAKE AN ILLEGAL LEFT TURN AND STRUCK UNIT 2. UNIT 1 WAS","quote_2_odi":"11552690","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN AN SIDE IMPACT ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11428183","quote_3_text":"On May 8th of this year, my fiancé were involved in a rear end collision. That morning, the Hyundai Tucson in front of us stopped short and we ran into the back of it doing around 35 an hour, and ended up with our vehicle (Subaru Impreza) being totaled. I’d like to provide","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking and fracturing","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689735","quote_1_text":"After about four months of ownership, the windshield suddenly developed a long crack starting from the edge on the passenger side.  There was no major rock strike or outside impact - the crack appeared while the vehicle was parked and quickly spread across the glass","quote_2_odi":"11649553","quote_2_text":"With less than 1,500 miles, I noticed an unexplained crack in the windshield one morning. The crack originated from the bottom with no visible impact and quickly spread. I wasn't event driving it and had not been driving it. Within a week, another crack appeared in an entirely…","quote_3_odi":"11636397","quote_3_text":"STRESS CRACK ON LOWER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WINDSHIELD.  THE VEHICLE  WAS PARKED WITH DEFROSTER ON IN COLD WEATHER TO WARM VEHICLE.  CRACKED ON LOWER PASSENGER SIDE RIGHT ABOVE DEFROSTER.  I WAS NOT DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN CRACK OCCURRED.  THIS WAS A SPONTANEOUS CRACK ON FRONT…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-siriusxm-popup-ads","label":"SiriusXM pop-up ads blocking infotainment screen while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741584","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, the car's onboard, factory-installed user interface system (the computer screen that operates climate control, navigation, entertainment, etc.) has pushed pop-up ads for Sirius FM. These pop-ups persist and interfere with operating of the system.  This…","quote_2_odi":"11741690","quote_2_text":"More than 3 times, I have had a SiriusXM pop-up completely covering my Subaru Outback's headunit screen while I was actively driving. It completely disables all functions on the screen until you are able to click the small red X in the far right corner, away from the driver","quote_3_odi":"11703087","quote_3_text":"Over the past two weeks, two uncommanded pop-up ads from SiriusXM have appeared in the middle of my infotainment screen.  The ads pop up in front of anything else that might be on the screen.  The ad blocks are bright white and eye-catching (distracting), particularly at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-airbag-ods-failure","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744977","quote_1_text":"Driver and adult passenger were traveling at highway speed on the NJ Turnpike. The passenger noticed that the airbag light on the display showed \"Passenger Airbag OFF\"  We stopped at the next rest area and found guidance online that the Occupant Detection System sometimes…","quote_2_odi":"11745452","quote_2_text":"The passenger airbag indicator showed \"off\" twice, on separate drives, with two different adult passengers seated normally during regular highway driving. Shifting the seat made the light come back on both times","quote_3_odi":"11630166","quote_3_text":"There is a problem with the passenger airbag sensor on this model. I weigh under 100 pounds, and the sensor light does not turn on when I am seated in the passenger seat. My husband weighs 160 lbs, and the light goes on when he sits in the passenger seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-cvt-shudder-jerk","label":"CVT shudder and jerking on deceleration or at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739936","quote_1_text":"On deceleration the cars CVT has an intermittent shudder. Sometimes minor sometime severe making it feel like the wheels will slow too quickly and lose contact with the road. The dealer verified the problem changed the transmission control module and re programmed it. That did…","quote_2_odi":"11727207","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving and coming to a stop, the vehicle shuddered and jerked unexpectedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was test-driven, and the failure was duplicated. The dealer replaced the transmission…","quote_3_odi":"11583539","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 72 MPH with no other vehicles nearby, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking system engaged inadvertently, and the vehicle came to a complete stop. The contact stated that he was able to continue driving; however, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-aebs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576944","quote_1_text":"While going 65-70 mph on the freeway the car began braking on its own with no cars nearby. It almost came to a complete stop  but then started moving, then hesitated once more before releasing. I reported it to the dealership. They said they could try to recalibrate but…","quote_2_odi":"11601523","quote_2_text":"Problem with phantom reverse automatic emergency braking.  Backing up from my driveway causes uncommanded full braking once the vehicle is into the street, except when continuous brake pressure is applied while backing out.  This has caused the vehicle to come to a full stop…","quote_3_odi":"11573691","quote_3_text":"The pre-collision braking system has engaged twice during normal traffic flows and came close to causing an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-battery-drain-failure","label":"12V battery premature drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754295","quote_1_text":"My battery prematurely drained and it caused my car to not start at all. It's a new car and was checked at the dealership and was confirmed to be in perfect working order when I bought it. Not even six months of owning it and then battery died, I had to pay out of pocket for a…","quote_2_odi":"11680258","quote_2_text":"last month the battery drained to a point where I had to jump it to start it. I drove with the hope that the alternator would charge the battery. Yet, it did not. Within the last four weeks, I proceeded to have to jump the car almost every time I started the car, including every…","quote_3_odi":"11729500","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Subaru Outback has twice become inoperable while stopped at a traffic signal.  In both incidents, the engine was off while stopped, but the vehicle remained powered on and would not restart. The vehicle also would not properly power down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524134","quote_1_text":"The moon roof shattered.  Have not even had the vehicle two days yet.  It was fine yesterday (5/26/2023).  Went out this afternoon (5/27/2023) and found the moon roof completely shattered and fractured.  There is a hole near the rear center and fractures covering the entire moon…","quote_2_odi":"11621090","quote_2_text":"While driving normally on the highway, the sunroof glass exploded with no warning or previous signs of wear. After reviewing dash cam footage, determined that it was not caused by foreign object","quote_3_odi":"11545648","quote_3_text":"While driving on a state highway in the Phoenix Arizona area the moonroof glass exploded and shattered. The time was approximately 9:45 PM, the outside temperature was approximately 95*F , interior AC was set to MAX/AC, speed was 75 MPH. There was no indication of an object…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2026,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Trailseeker","model_slug":"trailseeker","cluster_id":"trailseeker-2026-12v-battery-drain","label":"12V auxiliary battery parasitic drain and discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2026-06-14 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751649","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, my vehicle's 12v battery has completely discharged presumably from parasitic drain from connected services communications. The first time the 12v was completely discharged was on 6/10/26 following between 24-48 hours of sitting idle without being driven","quote_2_odi":"11749458","quote_2_text":"I purchased my vehicle brand new on June 6, 2026, with only 13 miles on the odometer. After driving home (about 44 miles) and another 10 miles the following day, the vehicle sat for just two days. When I tried to start it, the 12-volt battery was completely dead","quote_3_odi":"11748410","quote_3_text":"The 12v Lead Acid Battery is draining prematurely solely due to the first party Subaru Connected services application.  My vehicle does not have any 3rd party applications, and  yet every night there is a sawtooth drain occurring on the battery bringing it from 12.4v down to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/subaru/trailseeker","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2026,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Trailseeker","model_slug":"trailseeker","cluster_id":"trailseeker-2026-headlight-oscillation","label":"Headlight unit shaking and beam oscillation while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-14 → 2026-06-14","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743953","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has an excessive headlight unit shaking which causes light beam to oscillate at night time while driving, very distracting and dangerous for upcoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/subaru/trailseeker","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541623","quote_1_text":"Overnight, my windshield cracked from the inside.  The car was safely in the garage and is only driven by me.  The crack was in a \"J\" or \"L\" formation on the driver's side, approximately 2.5 - 3\", stemming from the dashboard.  Nothing had hit or injured the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11505548","quote_2_text":"The windshield seems to crack and get chipped very easily. I have been driving on the same freeway for 10 years. I bought the Subaru last year and have received four windshield cracks in one year. This can’t be a coincidence that this only became an issue with this specific…","quote_3_odi":"11488107","quote_3_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while stationary on a level paved major thoroughfare.  There was no impact on the windshield of any kind. No prior damage. Just sitting at a red light no traffic approaching from any direction and the windshield cracked in the middle sections of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-eyesight-phantom-brake","label":"EyeSight phantom braking and AEB false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534026","quote_1_text":"We were going about 75-80MPH, as the speed limit was 70MPH on the highway. My cruise control was NOT on , and there were no cars in front of us. However the collision breaking went off and it put the breaks down HARD. My kids all went flying forward causing the seatbelts to lock…","quote_2_odi":"11648782","quote_2_text":"The pre-collision braking system slammed my car to a stop when I was going 30 mph on a straight country road, and there was nothing in front of me or on the side of the road. No one anywhere around. It was 1 PM with good weather. Nothing to trigger the pre-collision braking…","quote_3_odi":"11528910","quote_3_text":"While driving on interstate 75 north in Florida, the forward collision warning came on indicating something in the road. The system brought the vehicle to a dead stop on the highway and there was nothing in the road. This happened 4 times!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-eyesight-system-shutdown","label":"EyeSight system shutdown and software failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749419","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2022 Subaru Forester, the factory EyeSight autonomous safety system completely failed and disabled itself permanently. The total system shutdown caused an immediate loss of Pre-Collision Emergency Braking, Lane Change Detection, and Adaptive Cruise Control…","quote_2_odi":"11717893","quote_2_text":"My Subaru Forrester Eyesight system cuts out and is disabled while driving, including while the cruise control was engaged causing me to brake hard while driving to avoid a collision and a message announcing it is disabled is displayed on the screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11562680","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking space at my apartment complex. I had my foot on the BRAKE, and the vehicle slowed as I approached the space. As I turned into the space with my foot light on the brake, the engine suddenly revved and the Forester surged forward. AT NO POINT DID I…","quote_2_odi":"11516509","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while attempting to park in her brother's driveway with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact continued to apply the brakes but the vehicle failed to respond, drove into the garage…","quote_3_odi":"11690671","quote_3_text":"I was steering my car into my own garage as I do daily.  Suddenly, as the car was making the turn, the car accelerated abruptly on its own.  I was somehow able to steer into the garage, but the rapid acceleration continued.  I braked and stopped the car just before it went into…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-led-headlight-dark-spots","label":"LED headlight dark spots and shadow projection","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11454147","quote_1_text":"There are two large shaded dark spots directly in your field of vision.  These are approximately fifteen to twenty feet directly in front of the vehicle. 2.The cutoff lines are jagged and irregular with low points dropping down.  These are always in motion with the steering…","quote_2_odi":"11492844","quote_2_text":"I purchased my Forester Wilderness on 11/5/22 - this problem is with the headlights. I have a serious safety concern  1. There are two large shaded dark spots directly in my field of vision. These are approximately fifteen to twenty feet directly in front of the vehicle and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-12v-battery-failure","label":"12V battery failure and unexpected discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11592408","quote_1_text":"At 7:30 am on 21May2024 I came out to find the car was dead, no electrical power at all, it would not start.  I called Subaru customer service and arranged to have the battery jumped.  When the tow driver tried to start the car, my car drained his battery in about 30 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11497251","quote_2_text":"The battery was completely discharged overnight when the car was only 4 months old.  We had a flatbed tow to a dealer who charged the battery and performed tests which all checked out ok.  Said we weren't driving the car often enough.  This same battery discharge happened 3 more…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-rear-glass-spontaneous-break","label":"Rear window spontaneous cracking and shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11465227","quote_1_text":"On May 12, 2022, when I got in my vehicle and closed the driver's side door, I heard a crackling sound. When I looked in the rearview mirror, I could see a gaping hole in the rear windshield and glass falling everywhere. I got out of the vehicle to inspect it. The rear…","quote_2_odi":"11725294","quote_2_text":"Back window shattered spontaneously.  No known cause.  No evidence of vandalism.  Temperature did drop 45 degrees over night.  Shut side door and back window shattered.  Had not started car yet.  Rear defroster not engaged","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-engine-fire","label":"Engine fire following collision or fuel system failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11484729","quote_1_text":"I was driving to work and my car started stalling. So i pulled into a parking spot and when I got out I noticed a trail of oil behind the car. I closed the door and the car started smoking and within seconds it was in flames. I bought it on 7/25 and on 8/3 it was gone. It only…","quote_2_odi":"11491612","quote_2_text":"-Engine failure: fuel line issue causing 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness to catch fire and explode - beforehand rod bearing was pulverized in separate incident a few months prior - engine was then replaced and car exploded 600 miles later causing total loss of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-cvt-transmission-slip-shudder","label":"CVT transmission slipping, shuddering, and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578417","quote_1_text":"At around 23,000 miles it starting lurching forward while idling,  jerking and hesitating when trying to accelerate, or not accelerating at all.  It was so bad that at one point, I pulled out to pass and almost got rear ended by a semi because it simply wouldn't engage and…","quote_2_odi":"11646879","quote_2_text":"Transmission slipping when vehicle is cold in the morning, got into a busy street and car wouldnt move due to transmission slipping and almost got into a collision due to transmission slipping and car not moving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-brake-rotor-warp-squeal","label":"Brake rotor warping, vibration, and squealing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11513611","quote_1_text":"Within ~3,000 miles the brakes started to shake the car. I took it into the dealer at ~6,000 miles for it's regular maintenance and they had to 'turn the rotors' to smooth them out. The technician said that \"All the Ascents are having similar brake issues\"","quote_2_odi":"11538520","quote_2_text":"The brakes have felt under-designed since purchase and began to chatter when applied shortly after purchase.  This progressed to the point where the shaking was felt at every braking and we had several passengers ask \"what is wrong with your brakes\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-windshield-cracking-chipping","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563177","quote_1_text":"I own 4 Subarus I’ve replaced 4 windshields and since replacing the windshields, I have 4 broken windshields.  The oldest Subaru I own is a 2020.   The smallest rock cracks the windshield, many think it’s the eye sight system and a much thinner windshield","quote_2_odi":"11507209","quote_2_text":"With less than 5500 miles on our new Ascent, the windshield has 100s of small chips in it. When contacting Subaru about the issue we were told that's an outside environment issue and not something they could help with","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment during front-end collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635099","quote_1_text":"I was in a front end collision with a deer. Upon impact there was heavy damage to my front end and smoke coming from my engine bay. Within minutes a fire started and only a couple minutes later the entire car was engulfed.  No airbags deployed during the accident","quote_2_odi":"11645950","quote_2_text":"I hit a car that went through a red light. Despite hitting him squarely, and my front end bending, the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-exhaust-oil-engine-leak","label":"Exhaust pipe cracking and engine oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746584","quote_1_text":"The front exhaust pipe on my 2022 Subaru Ascent cracked at approximately 77,800 miles. The component is available for inspection. Prior to diagnosis, I noticed a rattle/fluttering noise coming from the undercarriage during acceleration. The problem was confirmed by an authorized…","quote_2_odi":"11659057","quote_2_text":"camshaft carrier oil leakage need to be reseal. there was oil leakage at 36,000 miles and dealer fixed it under warranty. now at 80,000 it is doing it again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-eyesight-adas-malfunction","label":"EyeSight camera and ADAS feature malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533259","quote_1_text":"When the gas cap is loose, the car's computer disables several safety features, including collision avoidance, lane control, cruise control, reverse-automatic-braking control, all occur suddenly, while driving, after the computer processes the fault","quote_2_odi":"11728873","quote_2_text":"My eyesight camera keeps failing, it just started like a week ago I had it scanned and it is saying there is an error with the eyesight camera, I have not had an issue with it until now","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-water-intrusion-moonroof-drain","label":"Water intrusion via moonroof drain and door vapor barrier","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725797","quote_1_text":"After rain had significant fluid accumulation in the front passenger ceiling, inside front passenger door (sloshing), and wet carpets on the floor on the passenger side. Serviced by Subaru dealer water specialist who reported (1) clogged moonroof drains and \"popped off…","quote_2_odi":"11672190","quote_2_text":"The front panel of the moonroof cracked from the inside without any impact or clear cause. I brought the vehicle to my local Subaru dealer, Troncalli, for inspection, but they were unable to determine why it happened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and delamination","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11512042","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked for no reason . There has been nothing that has hit the windshield or any kind of puck or impact mark of it being hit .  Car was in the garage overnight and in the morning , there’s a big crack in the windshield. The crack starts at the bottom where the…","quote_2_odi":"11579646","quote_2_text":"In 2022, a piece of small gravel fell off the back of a dump truck, bounced off the road, and struck the windshield of my 2022 Subaru Legacy. Based on past experience with other vehicles, this should have resulted in a round or star-shaped crack to the glass but this caused…","quote_3_odi":"11538793","quote_3_text":"I was sitting at a Walmart parking lot around 6:50 am waiting for the store to open. I decided to sit in the back seat of my new 2022 Legacy and work on my laptop while sipping on my coffee. It is a beautiful 71 degrees in small-town Georgia when I hear what I could describe as…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed operation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11586322","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while driving into their driveway at unknown speeds, the vehicle independently accelerated forward. The contact placed the vehicle in reverse, however, the vehicle continued to accelerate independently, and the…","quote_2_odi":"11730321","quote_2_text":"I experienced unintended acceleration while operating my vehicle. I was slowly pulling into a parking space at a gym when, without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly forward. I did not intentionally press the accelerator at that time.  The unexpected acceleration…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-eyesight-aebs-failure","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking non-activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748634","quote_1_text":"Driving my car at 39mph and approaching a vehicle stopped at an intersection perpendicular to my left, she accelerated into my path and Subaru eyesight provided no warning and did not attempt to break at all before the collision occurred. I was able to slow to maybe 15 mph but…","quote_2_odi":"11462388","quote_2_text":"On average about twice per month, the touch screen will lock up. This causes the entire system to crash turning off cruise control, emergency braking, lane departure, lane keep assist, and almost every other \"smart\" function of the vehicle. There is no specific action that…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-lane-assist-intervention","label":"Lane departure assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11467009","quote_1_text":"The lane assistance feature almost made me hit a semi truck that had drifted over its lane. I moved to the left to allow for space, the lane assist function tried to turn me back into the semi truck I was driving over the lane to avoid. It failed to recognize a major hazard and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Sunroof spontaneous outward ejection of glass","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11594327","quote_1_text":"driving home from work my sunroof exploded outward.  No impact to the glass, I was not operating it.  Glass mostly went out and behind but some fell onto me as I was driving at highway speeds.  I have seen others posting on the internet with this issue.  Dealership has the car…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-starlink-dcm-failure","label":"DCM telematics and Starlink connectivity failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11495794","quote_1_text":"The DCM/Telematics unit has now failed twice in this vehicle, despite already being completely replaced a first time. All remote app controls fail. Starlink call connection buttons are unresponsive despite the car being in a clear, unobstructed coverage area. The only…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-tire-manufacturing-defect","label":"Original-equipment tire manufacturing defects","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11603654","quote_1_text":"The first tire had an air bubble and I brought it in. They said it was a manufacturer error. In September 2023 I had a blowout and Subaru declared that it was a manufacturer defect. I asked him to check all the tires and they kept the original set on. This month a third tire…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chip propagation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11503103","quote_1_text":"Its widely known that Subaru has a problem with their windshields dating back to 2015.  There have been several class action lawsuits wherein their windshields crack for NO reason.    My windshield cracked and it was determined there was an impact point where the crack propagated","quote_2_odi":"11589294","quote_2_text":"A pebble flew at the windshield with less than 1800 miles on it and chipped it. By the next morning the chip had spread to a crack spanning the length of my windshield. Replaced windshield. Several months later, same thing happened. Replaced windshield again. I am on my 3rd…","quote_3_odi":"11638530","quote_3_text":"The front windshield has cracked all the way across the bottom without a reason, while I was parked at work. There were no prior chips or dings that would cause the windshield to crack all the way across. There were no outside factors that would have caused this either","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11659413","quote_1_text":"Subaru 2022 Crosstrek accelerated on its own when foot is on the brake and trying to move the shifter knob to park, instead the car thursted into the parked car in front with such force that ran into the garage","quote_2_odi":"11579795","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was idled in inclement weather, and the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle accelerated violently without warning. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a brick building. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11654134","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving in the parking lot and attempting to park, a sudden unintended acceleration occurred. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11501624","quote_1_text":"As I proceeded through the intersection at 55MPH, the eyesight technology must have falsely locked on the vehicle in the turn lane and applied the automatic emergency braking.  This resulted in a sudden skidding and a near miss rear-end collision from a vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11682260","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will randomly break while driving when there is nothing in the way. This worries me that it will happen while driving on the highway. It seems to be happening more frequently","quote_3_odi":"11484982","quote_3_text":"When starting the vehicle in a narrow area, the reverse automatic braking will sometimes activate. This causes the anti-lock brake system to actuate while the car is backing up making a rapid clicking noise. After backing up approximately 6-8 feet, the vehicle will stall, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal non-response while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683292","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions did not alert for obstruction or stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11699058","quote_2_text":"On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous event for me and my family","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-infotainment-carplay","label":"Infotainment system and CarPlay failures","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750503","quote_1_text":"I was advised to file a report for a known problem with Subaru 2022 Crosstrek.It involves the infotainment system failures. These are listed in a Subaru service bulletin dated 1/28/25- head unit warranty extension. My issues primarily involve carplay but there have been other…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11491194","quote_1_text":"Driving on freeway, keeping a regular and safe distance from other vehicles around me, when all the suddenly I hear a loud boom. Didn’t see anything fly at my car, like rocks, things off other cars, etc. Then, immediately after I pulled over with my hazards on, I thought I had…","quote_2_odi":"11521858","quote_2_text":"While driving the car down an open paved highway the moon roof exploded outward. There was no impact with anything","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675423","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start and was jumpstarted several times by a dealer’s mobile technician. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where it was determined that the battery was in good condition, and the failure could be related to the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-rtv-oil-pickup-clog","label":"Excess RTV sealant clogging engine oil pickup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11499913","quote_1_text":"Oil pickup tube filled with bits of liquid gasket/RTV. Caused engine failure from oil starvation at under 4000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11501262","quote_2_text":"Excessive RTV used to seal engine and oil pan is clogging the oil pickup in the oil pan.    Many 2022 Subaru WRX owners have had a technician take off the oil pan to inspect the oil pickup and inside the oil pan.  They are finding lots of Grey RTV as well as black RTV","quote_3_odi":"11514936","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s oil pan has seal is made up of RTV silicone and it seems an excessive amount was placed around the oil pan. I’ve noticed that this has caused some of the silicone sealant to chip off into the oil pan causing it to flow into the oil pick up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-eyesight-false-aeb-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11634566","quote_1_text":"During driving, especially when it is cold outside, the Subaru Eyesight Pre-Collision system (automatic emergency braking) can be triggered by exhaust smoke from a vehicle in front of it. The braking system can be falsely activated, which could cause your vehicle to be hit from…","quote_2_odi":"11505655","quote_2_text":"Infotaiment system goes to a blank screen periodicaly. Sound frm radio works but screen is balnk, no way to reset. Wifi updates are up to date. Whenthis happens it disables the eye sight camera causes a safety concern with automatic branking/collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in front-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11526677","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front-end collision; however, the air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that there were no illuminating lights. The contact stated that his wife sustained no injuries","quote_2_odi":"11735928","quote_2_text":"My car was recently in a high speed crash with a curb. The axle broke immediately and no airbags deployed followed my the entire engine compartment catching fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-pushbutton-start-freeze","label":"Push-button start system unresponsive after stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11530306","quote_1_text":"The electric pushbutton would not function. I have a standard transmission and I let the clutch out too soon by accident. It killed the engine but the electrical components stayed on, such as lights, interior dash gauge, air conditioning, radio, everything else functioned as if…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-acceleration-rev-limiter-surge","label":"Intermittent acceleration failure and rev limiter surge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749460","quote_1_text":"The car has randomly on multiple occasions failed to accelerate then jump forward hitting the rev limiter. This has happened while merging back into traffic including 55 mph roads creating concern for being rear ended and also concerns for hitting vehicles in front when the car…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-ac-compressor-noise","label":"A/C compressor abnormal noise at idle","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729568","quote_1_text":"My vehicle’s A/C compressor produces a loud, rhythmic “chugging” or knocking noise at idle when the A/C system is off. The noise is excessive and not consistent with normal operation. When the A/C is turned on, the noise changes but remains abnormally loud","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10826159","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 14 MONTH'S AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD 6 TIMES DUE TO CRACKING. OTHER CARS IN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD HAVE NEVER HAD TO HAVE THEIR WINDSHIELDS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10730306","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED FROM THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE. THREE LARGE CRACKS ONE OF WHICH IS NOW ALMOST ALL THE WAY OVER IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER. THERE WAS A CHIP WHERE THE CRACK STARTED","quote_3_odi":"11029938","quote_3_text":"FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKS SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING. FIRST OCCURRED ON 8/24/17 AS DESCRIBED IN THEIR TSB WITH CRACK STARTING FROM THE DEICER. DEALER REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain leaving vehicle stranded","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11492991","quote_1_text":"We have owned two 2015 Subaru Legacy sedans. Both of them have had major battery problems. We've had to have battery tenders (trickle-chargers) installed on both cars, and we're still having battery problems","quote_2_odi":"11419898","quote_2_text":"CAN ( Controller Area Network) is causing a parasitic draining of my battery causing me to have to jump my car regularly and I changed the battery less than a year ago","quote_3_odi":"11451733","quote_3_text":"I have been experiencing excessive electrical drain issues throughout the life of my vehicle. I have had to jump it at least 10 times and have replaced the battery 4 times throughout my 7 years of ownership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-fuel-door-stuck","label":"Fuel filler door fails to open or release","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10717904","quote_1_text":"THE GAS LID WOULDN'T OPEN WHEN THE LEVER WAS PULLED. I HAD TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER FOR IT TO GET FIXED","quote_2_odi":"10735481","quote_2_text":"AT THE FIRST REFUELING OF THE CAR AFTER PURCHASE, THE FUEL DOOR DID NOT OPEN WHEN THE LEVER WAS PULLED. EVENTUALLY IT DID OPEN AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS","quote_3_odi":"10862476","quote_3_text":"GAS CAP LID DOES NOT OPEN. WE TOOK THE AUTO INTO DEALERSHIP JUNE 30, 2015 AND GAVE THEM TSB-09-60-15","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden acceleration despite brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11714652","quote_1_text":"Despite my foot being firmly pressed on the brake pedal, my car surged forward, retracing the path that I had followed while backing up","quote_2_odi":"11062302","quote_2_text":"IN FEBRUARY 2017 WE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION ON 6 OCCASIONS. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11152454","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT YESTERDAY. WHILE PULLING IN TO A PARKING SPOT AND ALMOST COMPLETELY STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE ABOUT TO PLACE THE CAR IN PARK, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-cvt-slip-judder","label":"CVT slipping, judder, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11723218","quote_1_text":"While driving, the transmission began shuddering, slipping, and making metallic grinding noises. Vehicle could barely climb a small ramp and was locked in limp mode, making it unsafe to operate in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11166624","quote_2_text":"SINCE NOVEMBER OF 2017 WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT HAS INTERMITTENTLY JERKED AND SHOOK EXCESSIVELY, BUCKING LIKE A MAD HORSE","quote_3_odi":"11404967","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLED ON CITY STREET. TURNED OUT TO BE THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-airbag-takata","label":"Air bag non-deployment and Takata recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11521550","quote_1_text":"I was in a wreck were my car slammed into the center barrier on the interstate twice and my air bags didn't deploy and I was slammed into my car door","quote_2_odi":"11015462","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL -- RECEIVED NOTICE ~ AUGUST 12 OF SETTLEMENT IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING SUBARU MANUFACTURED AND SOLD VEHICLES THAT CONTAINED ALLEGEDLY DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS MADE BY TAKATA","quote_3_odi":"11626620","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while reversing into the driveway, the driver's side air bag unintendedly deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-key-wont-release-park","label":"Ignition key won't release from park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11317153","quote_1_text":"THE SWITCH THAT THE KEY GOES INTO WILL NOT RELEASE THE KEY WHEN YOU PUT IT IN PARK. PLEASE MAKE THEM RECALL THIS AND FIX IT. THERE ARE SEVERAL PEOPLE ONLINE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11254808","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF THE PARK-RANGE SWITCH RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION WHEN SHIFTER IS IN THE PARK POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11339444","quote_3_text":"KEY INTERMITTENTLY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN CAR IS IN PARK AND ENGINE TURNED OFF (BUT ELECTRIC IS STILL ON SINCE KEY CANNOT BE TURNED TO \"OFF\"). IF LEFT UNRESOLVED, THE BATTERY WILL EVENTUALLY DIE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11243439","quote_1_text":"MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY DEVELOPED A CRACK WHILE PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR A WEEK. NO DEBRIS WAS FOUND AROUND THE VEHICLE. LOOKS LIKE IT STARTED WITH THE TOP PASSENGER SIDE AND EXTENDED 1 FOOT DOWN AND 1.5 FEET ACROSS TO THE DRIVERS SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10995673","quote_2_text":"ONE MORNING AFTER BEING PARKED ALL NIGHT, WE NOTICED A SIX INCH CRACK APPEARED ONE DAY IN THE FRONT WINDSHIELD HALF WAY UP AT THE PASSENGER SIDE EDGE AND EXTENDING TOWARD THE DRIVER SIDE. THERE IS NO IMPACT OR CHIP SITE IN THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11425028","quote_3_text":"A 6-inch crack suddenly appeared in the lower driver's side area of the windshield starting from the very edge in the black area. It follows the exact pattern of multiple other windshield crack complaints in this model year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10925875","quote_1_text":"WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE THERE IS AN EXTENDED DELAY AND APPLICATION OF THROTTLE CAUSES A SEVERE LURCHING OF THE CAR WHICH CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11754212","quote_2_text":"While traveling approximately 70 mph, my 2016 Subaru Legacy experienced a sudden drivetrain failure. The vehicle made a loud bang, immediately lost acceleration/power, and approximately five seconds later the front drivetrain locked, causing the tires to skid","quote_3_odi":"11497377","quote_3_text":"I had a transmission failure on my 2016 Subaru Legacy and there were no warning signs before this incident occurred. I was on a road trip driving at highway speeds and suddenly without warning I heard a loud bang","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-steering-veering-loss","label":"Steering veers off-center without input","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10870686","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE VEERED LEFT AND RIGHT INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT FORCE WAS REQUIRED TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"10864756","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VEERING RIGHT AND LEFT. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO DIAGNOSIS AND NO REPAIR SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"11527329","quote_3_text":"Steering did not return to neutral position after making a right turn, steering wanted to continue on right turn. I was able to pull it back to straight position with some needed force","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11741718","quote_1_text":"Battery dies all the time. Parasitic drain from the Starlink program in the car. There is/was a lawsuit. It involves some DCW fuse or something. Ive had to prematurely replace my battery. It also seems to be affecting the radio. It switches stations randomly","quote_2_odi":"11497468","quote_2_text":"BATTERY DIED BECAUSE OF A DRAIN PROBLEM. I HAD TO REPLACE 2 BATTERIES IN ONE YEAR AND TEN MONTHS. HOW MANY BATTERIES MUST I REPLACED BEFORE SUBARU DOES A RECALL? IS THERE ANYTHING YOU CAN DO?","quote_3_odi":"11423137","quote_3_text":"Battery fully discharges when vehicle sits idle for more than 2 to 3 days. Car does not start. I changed the battery twice in 6 months time and have checked alternator which is okay","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-low-speed-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11686981","quote_1_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND SUCH EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR! On Friday, September 12, 2025 at 3:32 p.m., I was driving slowly in a parking lot preparing to park. As I started to turn the car into the parking space, my car surged forward without my pressing on the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"10823304","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THREE EPISODES STARTING FROM AUGUST 2015. (DELIVERY MONTH OF CAR). WAS SLOWING DOWN,FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE AT ENTRANCE GATE TO MY COMMUNITY,WHEN ENGINE SURGED AND CAR STARTED ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"11110715","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE THROUGH THE DRIVEWAY BARRIERS AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11151237","quote_1_text":"2016 SUBARU CROSSTREK, 27,500 MILES. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION WHEN VEHICLE IS IN PARK. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE ONLY WAY TO REMOVE KEY IS TO PUT THE CAR IN AND OUT OF GEAR AND THEN BACK TO PARK","quote_2_odi":"11132288","quote_2_text":"HAVE HAD SEVERAL INSTANCES OF NOT BEING ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK. RECENTLY WENT TO DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND TOLD THEM OF PROBLEM BUT THEY WERE UNAWARE OF ANY COMPLAINTS","quote_3_odi":"11353390","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN PARK THE KEYS AUTOMATICALLY LOCK IN THE IGNITION AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. WHEN SEARCHING THE INTERNET FOR THIS ISSUE IT CAME UP NUMEROUS AMOUNTS OF TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11522109","quote_1_text":"In October 2020, the OEM transmission on my 2016 Subaru Crosstrek failed at 87,500 miles. The transmission was covered under a recent extension of the warranty from 60,000 to 100,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11577815","quote_2_text":"I have a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek 5 speed manual transmission and it only has 64000 on it. The clutch went out and I took it to the dealership to have the car worked on and hopefully repaired","quote_3_odi":"10861492","quote_3_text":"THE LAG TIME ON THE CVT GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE IS BEYOND ANNOYING IT IS DANGEROUS. IT TAKES 1-2 SECONDS FOR THE CAR TO MOVE AND BECAUSE OF THIS LAPSE THERE IS A GOOD CHANCE THAT THE CAR WILL LURCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Premature wheel bearing and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11487021","quote_1_text":"Premature rear wheel bearing failure, both rear wheels at 29,000 miles. Dealer service technician states vehicle is unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11141799","quote_2_text":"THE LEFT REAR WHEEL BEARING IS FAILING FOR THE THIRD [3RD] TIME AT 40K MILES. BEARING FAILURE APPEAR TO BE INCREASING IN FREQUENCY","quote_3_odi":"11162593","quote_3_text":"TODAY WE HAD THE THIRD WHEEL BEARING REPLACED ON THIS CAR. AT 43K MILES THE RIGHT REAR BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND THE LEFT REAR BEARING ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11175004","quote_1_text":"THE GLASS OF MY SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I WAS NOT CLOSE BEHIND ANY CAR AND I WAS NOT GOING UNDER AN OVERPASS. LUCKILY THE INSIDE OF THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED SO THE EXPLODING CLASS DID NOT HIT ME","quote_2_odi":"10946936","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU CROSSTREK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AS THE DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"11502212","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that the windshield had cracked without impact. The dealer was notified of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure causing hood to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11658990","quote_1_text":"Hood latch failed causing hood to fly open, smashing and breaking my windshield","quote_2_odi":"11570698","quote_2_text":"Driving at 55 miles per hour and the hood safety latch failed. Hood smashed the windshield and rained glass down inside the car","quote_3_odi":"11438338","quote_3_text":"Engine Hood-Latch disengaged while driving at speed. The secondary (emergency) latch failed to keep the hood down, causing it to fly open, shattering the windshield, and completely blocking a view of the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11559145","quote_1_text":"I own a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek with only 37,000 miles. There is a problem with my battery being drained after not driving the car for several days","quote_2_odi":"11426134","quote_2_text":"I had to have it be jump-started first on 7/20/21 and again on 7/23/21, the battery had been replaced with a new manufacturer's battery in Feb. of 2020","quote_3_odi":"10967063","quote_3_text":"TWICE NOW AFTER LETTING MY CAR SIT PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR 3 TO 5 DAYS MY BATTERY HAS DRAINED TO THE POINT THAT MY CAR WILL NOT START AND I WOULD NEED TO JUMP START MY CAR EACH TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11043004","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FOR APPROXIMATELY 110 MILES. I SLOWED DOWN TO PAY A TOLL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THIS VEHICLE HAS STALLED DURING INTERSTATE HIGHWAY DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11510909","quote_2_text":"My car has stopped working while driving 70 mph on the interstate in so separate occasions. Both times it has been driving fine, with fuel in the tank, and all of the sudden it shuts off and completely loses power","quote_3_odi":"10898634","quote_3_text":"TWICE NOW MY CAR HAS GONE LIMP ON THE FREEWAY. IT DOESN'T SHUT DOWN BUT THE ACCELERATOR STOPS WORKING AND I HAVE TO COAST OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTART IT. WHEN I DO RESTART IT IT'S FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Intermittent power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11654714","quote_1_text":"Full electrical power steering failure","quote_2_odi":"11232630","quote_2_text":"TOTAL POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 40,076 MILES. DEAL READ CODE C2532. DEALER REPLACED FULL STEERING SYSTEM; RACK, CONNECTORS. STILL DID NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11353189","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING FAILS WHEN FIRST STARTING VEHICLE.HAS HAPPENED ON MANY OCCASIONS.LOSS IOF POWER STEERING LASTS FROM A FEW SECONDS TO 10 TO 15 SECONDS,RESOLVES BY ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11154222","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS LESS THAN ONE MONTH OLD AND IT WAS FOUND ONE MORNING WITH AN 8 INCH CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WAS NO IMPACT MADE ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE CRACK IS COMING FROM THE BOTTOM LEFT CORNER AND GOES TOWARDS THE CENTER","quote_2_odi":"11592264","quote_2_text":"We had to replace the car’s original windshield due to a stone hitting it on the highway- just bad luck and something that happens from time to time. Since then, we’ve had TWO replacement windshields spontaneously crack without any impacts in the span of 3 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11310327","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OF THE RESIDENCE, THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED WITHOUT BEING STRUCK BY A FOREIGN OBJECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-infotainment-screen-fault","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and erratic display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11669029","quote_1_text":"The entertainment system got bubbles and stopped working only after 50,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11626593","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system touchscreen failed and it became unstable","quote_3_odi":"11631631","quote_3_text":"Main infotainment display delamination, this causes a safety concerns, as the screen can become irresponsive, and even black out during reverse making the backup camera, nonfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering wheel and power steering malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11513814","quote_1_text":"Power steering stopped working. I see online this problem was reported with other Subaru vehicle 2019 models and a recall was made but for some reason my car is not included","quote_2_odi":"11243278","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED ON ITS OWN TO THE LEFT","quote_3_odi":"11209372","quote_3_text":"WHAT WE NOTICE IS A CHANGE IN RESPONSE OF THE STEERING IN SOME SITUATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11728063","quote_1_text":"Due to a dead battery issue in 2025, I bought a new battery. A year later, the car wouldn't start & I finally got it jumped. Ran fine for 3 weeks, then wouldn't start again","quote_2_odi":"11591567","quote_2_text":"The Subaru models from 2019 have a known parasitic battery drain problem. My car will have a dead battery after a week not driving it, or even just 2 days in winter. The problem is confirmed by Subaru but not addressed in any way","quote_3_odi":"11469398","quote_3_text":"Battery keeps draining and dying. Replaced battery in October 2021, December 2021 and February 2022. Battery dead again June 2022","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11509257","quote_1_text":"Fuel Pump failed. Available for inspection upon request. Vehicle shut down near a busy intersection. There were no warnings, just failed while leaving a restaurant","quote_2_odi":"11476651","quote_2_text":"Acceleration is uneven/hesitant. I think it’s the fuel pump. 56,000 miles on vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11350937","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V218000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-eyesight-adas-malfunction","label":"EyeSight braking and acceleration malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11585165","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is equipped with Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist which includes reverse automatic braking. Vehicle was reversing towards a parked vehicle on the street and the RAB feature failed to apply the brakes and the vehicle collided with the parked vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11557493","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was using the self driving feature of the Subaru Eyesight system. With the system engaged, the vehicle is supposed to accelerate and apply brakes accordingly as to keep a distance from the vehicle in front. Today, that system failed","quote_3_odi":"11423312","quote_3_text":"I've had this occur two times. Other vehicles pulled out in front of me, and the Eyesight technology applied the brakes very, very hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-windshield-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11441840","quote_1_text":"This is in regard to the thin and fragile windshield subaru has decided to put into their vehicles of which there are already several civilian class action lawsuits which should have already warranted an investigation into the glass","quote_2_odi":"11424355","quote_2_text":"This is the 2nd time my windshield cracked for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"11413717","quote_3_text":"GOT IN CAR THIS MORNING TO FIND A LARGE CRACK (OVER 12') ON MY WINDSHIELD. I HAD DRIVEN IT THE PREVIOUS DAY AND DID NOT SEE ANYTHING NOT EVEN A CHIP ON THE WINDSHIELD. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED OR WHY A 12' CRACK SUDDENLY APPEARED ON THE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to roll up","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11697739","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that during inclement weather, the front driver and front passenger’s side power windows failed to automatically roll up as intended","quote_2_odi":"11642640","quote_2_text":"in inclement weather the windows will not roll up, especially heavy rain events. The window will attempt to go up and then go into the fully open position. You have to wait a minute before the window will allow you to attempt again of reset the windows","quote_3_odi":"11555488","quote_3_text":"The front door window regulator of our 2020 Subaru Legacy is not working properly. It fails to raise and lower correctly and reliably which can be a safety issue especially in an emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11488576","quote_1_text":"Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) chain may slip and/or break. NHTSA recall 21V955000 Subaru recall WRK21 A software issue in the transmission control unit (TCU) may allow the continuously variable transmission to engage before the drive chain is properly secured","quote_2_odi":"11539913","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the gear shifter was inoperable. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift as needed","quote_3_odi":"11397972","quote_3_text":"MY CAR BEGINS TO JERK OR PULSATE, AS IF POWER IS BEING APPLIED AND REMOVED QUICKLY, WHILE THE CAR IS UNDER LOAD. I FIRST NOTICED THIS PROBLEM WHILE DRIVING UP LONG INCLINES ON THE INTERSTATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11549397","quote_1_text":"Thermo Control Valve failed. Caused a short which affected all electrical components on its circuit. The car became inoperable in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11509131","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on at 55,500 miles on exactly the third anniversary of purchase. Local mechanic determined the code related to Thermo Control Valve failure. Apparently an ongoing issue with many Subarus since replacing the thermostat with this in their cars","quote_3_odi":"11544993","quote_3_text":"Thermo Control Valve has malfunctioned. It disables all driver assistance, like lane assist, blind spot, RAB, collision braking, etc. I have seen on many forums that this is a known issue, across multiple vehicles from Subaru from 2019 to about 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain leading to no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11433003","quote_1_text":"The battery for the Subaru Legacy Limited will not keep a charge. As a result the battery dies and the car will not start. On four occasions the car had to be jump started","quote_2_odi":"11462088","quote_2_text":"The battery discharged to the point where I was unable to start the car. I had been driving all day and was waiting for my wife for half an hour with the radio on. This left us stranded about 15 miles from home","quote_3_odi":"11451609","quote_3_text":"At a stop, the vehicle shut off, which required a jump start. The vehicle is fairly new, so a discharged battery shouldnt have been an issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-infotainment-lockup","label":"Infotainment lockup disabling EyeSight systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11442179","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is equipped with the Subaru \"Eyesight\" system which is a number of safety features like automatic cruise control, lane keep assist, and others. About once a week on average while driving the entire system will shut down and the screen will go dark","quote_2_odi":"11429123","quote_2_text":"There is an ongoing problem with the center display in this vehicle. While normally just an inconvenience, it will randomly stop working / lock up / restart while driving","quote_3_odi":"11396240","quote_3_text":"RADIO AND CONTROL UNIT RANDOMLY RESTARTS AND FREEZES, AFFECTING THE RADIO FROM WORKING, THE VEHICLE CONTROL AND DRIVING ASSISTANCE OPTIONS, AND THE TWO USB PORTS WHICH ARE THE ONLY POWER SOURCES IN THE VEHICLE FROM WORKING CORRECTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-sudden-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11460011","quote_1_text":"The contact's wife owned a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 3 MPH in a parking lot the vehicle suddenly accelerated and jumped the curb into woods and collided with a tree","quote_2_odi":"11478462","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while in a parking space with her foot on the brake pedal and the transmission in drive(D), the vehicle independently accelerated without warning","quote_3_odi":"11413828","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A FOUR LANE SECTION GOING UPHILL ON US50 IN CALIFORNIA WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT IS APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES PER HOUR. THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN TO APPROXIMATELY 25 TO 30 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11323153","quote_1_text":"2015 SUBARU IMPREZA KEY STUCK IN THE STEERING KEY HOUSING. VEHICLE WAS IN P POSITION AND SAFETY PARKING BRAKE WAS LIFT. UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY. IT IS HAPPENED EVERYTIME I PARK THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11343963","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I PUT MY CAR IN PARK, I AM UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. EVENTUALLY IF I KEEP SHIFTING OUT OF AND BACK INTO PARK IT WILL LET ME REMOVE THE KEY. IT APPEARS TO BE RELATED TO A SUBARY SERVICE BULLETIN #: 16-112-18R","quote_3_odi":"11386833","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PLACING THE VEHICLE IN PARK, THE KEY INTERMITTENTLY REMAINED STUCK INSIDE THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND EXCESSIVE EFFORT WAS NEEDED TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-cvt-transmission-lockup","label":"CVT transmission lockup or shudder while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11476180","quote_1_text":"My transmission completely locked up on me while driving at interstate speeds. I was traveling at 65 MPH with the car in regular driving mode, on cruise control and the transmission completely locked up on me","quote_2_odi":"11162557","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 60 MILES AN HOUR, IN THE SECOND FROM THE LEFT LANE ON A BUSY, FOUR-LANE FREEWAY ASCENDING A SLIGHT HILL, MY CAR SHUDDERED VIOLENTLY AND CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"11363000","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL GRINDING SOUND WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag deactivation sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11527736","quote_1_text":"We bought our 2015 Subaru Impreza from a used car dealer (we are second owner) in February 2020 with 55K miles on it. On our test drive, we noticed the air bag said it was off even with a passenger in the car. We agreed to purchase the vehicle upon repair","quote_2_odi":"11497059","quote_2_text":"Passenger air bag will randomly turn off with passenger riding. This is well know issue with subaru and they still have not sent a recall. With this issue being so wide spread I do not think the dealership should charge over 600 dollars for this repair","quote_3_odi":"11130995","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG CONSISTENTLY TURNS OFF WHEN THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT SEAT. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT BOTH HIGH AND LOW SPEEDS - HAVE NOTICED IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME WHEN THE PASSENGER HAS DAMP CLOTHING ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous windshield or sunroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11479022","quote_1_text":"My windshield cracked on its own, with no cause, chip, etc","quote_2_odi":"10950002","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE GLASS SHATTERED AND FELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED","quote_3_odi":"10816797","quote_3_text":"MOON ROOF EXPLODED. LIKE A GUN SHOT GOING OFF. GLASS CASCADED DOWN ON ME AND MY WIFE. ALMOST KILLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood unlatches and strikes windshield while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11554123","quote_1_text":"Driving the 2015 Subaru Impreza the front hood popped open and crashed into my windshield. Luckily it popped at 30-40 miles per hour and I was able to stop safely. Many damage to the body of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11468837","quote_2_text":"Hood flew open on interstate. After driving around town running errands I drove onto the interstate got like a mile down the road. I was in the left lane going about 60 mph the hood flew open. Smashing directly into the windshield","quote_3_odi":"10939980","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT HOOD FLEW UP WITHOUT WARNING. THE HOOD WAS PUSHED BACK DOWN AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE HOOD MIGHT NOT BE CLOSED PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure with EPS warning light","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11509772","quote_1_text":"Power Steering failed, extremely hard to turn steering wheel, EPS Light on dash illuminated. Luckily happened in driveway. Thinking back steering seemed odd last week was less effort to turn left as opposed to turning right","quote_2_odi":"11373844","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AS I NORMALLY DO AND PARKED MY CAR. WHEN I GO TO START IT AGAIN THE POWER STEERING LIGHT ON MY DASH BOARD LIGHTS UP AND I CAN'T MOVE MY STEERING WHEEL AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11265633","quote_3_text":"AFTER TURNING THE STEERING SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE RIGHT (FULL LOCK IS NOT NECESSARY), THE CAR THEN *OFTEN* PULLS SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE LEFT. THE SAME THING *SOMETIMES* HAPPENS AFTER A LEFT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption requiring engine repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11537225","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden, with no reason whatsoever, my daughter's car has \"rod knock\" with less than 100,000 miles on it. Bought this Subaru for my daughter so she would have a car that would last a long time and she would be safe","quote_2_odi":"11434648","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 SUBARU Impreza. The contact stated that the vehicle's check engine light was illuminated and they began to notice at an oil change that their vehicle was leaking excessive oil consumption a year ago","quote_3_odi":"11388909","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA WITH 31,000 MILES (OUT OF WARRANTYDUE TO AGE). THECAR HAS DEVELOPED A SMALL OIL LEAK FROM THE CAM CARRIER COVER (AKA VALVE COVER) ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THE O2 SENSOR CAUSING A LOT OF SMOKE THAT THEN ENTERS THE CABIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11477430","quote_1_text":"I purchased a Subaru for reliability and safety reasons. This car has placed my family in some dangerous situations. Every time the outside temp is 90+ degrees F and it is driven on a road trip of 200+ miles, the car's acceleration shuts off","quote_2_odi":"11329023","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WILL STOP RUNNING ABRUPTLY AFTER RUNNING FOR SEVERAL HOURS AND GETTING LOW ON FUEL. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS OR OTHER LIGHTS COME ON. NO GAS LIGHT COMES ON. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO 2 DEALERSHIPS WHO CANNOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10909314","quote_3_text":"SOON AFTER DELIVERY, THERE WAS A NOTICEABLE LAG ( 2-20 SECONDS) BETWEEN THE TIME THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED AND WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. AT TIMES THIS LEAD TO DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. DEALER SAID THERE WAS NO PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch after shifting to park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11255233","quote_1_text":"AT TIMES WE ARE NOT ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK. WE LOOKED AROUND THE INTERNET AND FOUND THAT SUBARU HAD RELEASED A SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING THIS","quote_2_odi":"11235335","quote_2_text":"AFTER PUTTING MY CAR IN PARK, MY KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION. I HAVE TO REVERSE AND DRIVE UP AGAIN AND THEN PARK AGAIN, IN ORDER FOR MY KEY TO THEN FINALLY COME OUT. I'M NERVOUS THAT WON'T WORK FOR LONG","quote_3_odi":"11362038","quote_3_text":"KEY KEPT GETTING STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHEN THE CAR WAS PARKED (AND THE SHIFTER IN THE PARK POSITION). THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FROM SUBARU FOR FIVE OF THEIR MODELS. APPARENTLY THE CAUSE IS CONTAMINATION OF THE PARK-RANGE SWITCH INTERNAL COMPONENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-brake-switch-stuck-park","label":"Brake light switch failure locking vehicle in park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11006108","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE SWITCH FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE STUCK IN PARK. SUBARU HAS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SWITCH, BUT MY CAR IS NOT COVERED UNDER THAT RECALL. RECALL 15V366000. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH SUBARU AND THE DEFECT SHOULD BE COVERED","quote_2_odi":"11025480","quote_2_text":"AT 37,801 MILES, THE BRAKE SWITCH COMPONENT FAILED ON MY 2015 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK. THE HILL ASSIST, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ALL CAME ON. WHEN I PARKED THE VEHICLE AND SHUT IT OFF, IT REFUSED TO COME OUT OF PARK, LEAVING THE VEHICLE STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11118267","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW THE CAR TO SHIFT FROM PARK. OTHER TIMES MAY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR ONLY HAS 25K MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10794433","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. I HEARD A LOUD BOOM, LIKE A GUN FIRING, AND THEN GLASS FLYING EVERYWHERE. GLASS WENT IN MY EYES, ON MY HEAD, DOWN MY JACKET, ALL OVER IN THE CAR, AND ALL OVER THE ROOF","quote_2_odi":"11587329","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway (no overpasses) my sunroof suddenly exploded. when I was able to stop and look at the damage, the remaining part of the sunroof was arched upward. There was no evidence of an object having hit the glass","quote_3_odi":"11561993","quote_3_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving 65mph on highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11441045","quote_1_text":"I have owned this vehicle since 2018 and at random times on the highway the engine will lose power and the car will drift to a halt. No warning signs beforehand and this has happened at various stages of highway drives","quote_2_odi":"11242454","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU CROSSTREK. WHILE DRIVING 80-85 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE TACHOMETER INCREASED TO HIGH AND THE SPEEDOMETER DECREASED","quote_3_odi":"11051438","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY: I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR AND A HALF WHEN MY LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON, WHICH MEANT I STILL HAD 70 MILES LEFT UNTIL EMPTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-oil-coolant-mixing","label":"Oil leaking into coolant system","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11589391","quote_1_text":"Oil leaking into coolant system. Car has been through several repairs but the problem continues even after multiple repairs of possible source of leakage. Potential hazard or car catching on fire with leaking oil fluid","quote_2_odi":"11465361","quote_2_text":"The car has the temp light come on intermittently and then it never came on again. I opened the hood and a hose from the radiator to the overflow tank was not connected. I brought the car to a Subaru dealer. The technician found oil in the radiator of the car","quote_3_odi":"11413261","quote_3_text":"HEAD GASKET FAILURE, RESULTING IN WATER AND OIL CONTAMINATION. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR SERVICING ON FEBRUARY 12, 2021, AND STILL NOT FIXED AS OF APRIL 21, 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11073640","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE CAR TOOK OFF LIKE A ROCKET!.I HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING IT JUMPED THE CURB, SPED ABOUT 15 FEET THROUGH THE GRASS, I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES, JUST MISSED A TREE, AND THE CAR STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10934063","quote_2_text":"AS DRIVER WAS PARKING IN FRONT OF HER HOME, VEHICLE ACCELERATED IN RESPONSE TO BRAKING AND RAMMED INTO FRONT PORCH, ABOUT 60 FEET AWAY. DESPITE FORCE OF COLLISION, NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11505163","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH and making a left in the roundabout of a residential road, she felt a rear impact and all the air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11245184","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED AND TURNED OFF, THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN'T BE REMOVED. SUBARU HAS ISSUED A TSB (TSB 16-112-18R) BUT NOT A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11435535","quote_2_text":"After turning off the engine in Park, the keys are not being released from the ACC position of the ignition in my 2016 Subaru Impreza, which has 32,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11150017","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENTLY UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION AFTER PLACING CAR IN PARK. UPON RESTARTING VEHICLE AND TURNING IT BACK OFF, KEY IS ABLE TO BE REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-brake-light-switch-failure","label":"Brake light switch malfunction and recall repair delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11183740","quote_1_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON AUTONIMOUSLY WITHOUT HAVING TO PULL THE EMERGANCY BRAKE OR DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKE LIGHT WITHIN MY VECHILE WILL TURN ON WHILE DRIVING RANDOMLY OR EVEN WHILE IN A STATIONARY POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11186615","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE STOP SWITCH FAILS INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING DASH LIGHTS TO SHOW THE HILL BRAKE ASSIST, STABILITY CONTROL, AND ABS SYSTEMS HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11220987","quote_3_text":"AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE BY EMAIL FOR NHTSA RECALL ID 19V-149, I CALLED FOX SUBARU OF GRAND RAPIDS, MI (888-658-9163) FOR RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking under minor road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11268130","quote_1_text":"GOING A VERY LOW RATE OF SPEED A SMALL ROCK WAS ABLE TO CRACK MY WINDSHIELD. I WAS MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY WITH A WORK VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THE WINDSHIELD APPEARS TO BE VERY WEAK AND BRITTLE","quote_2_odi":"11431751","quote_2_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked. Additionally, windshield wiper reservoir leaks but dealer says it’s fine","quote_3_odi":"11461901","quote_3_text":"In June 2020, 3 months after buying my 2016 Impreza used, the windshield randomly cracked from the bottom of the windshield and travelled upwards on the passenger side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and premature burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11555767","quote_1_text":"We keep on having to replace our headlights. We just got one replaced 5 months ago and it’s out again. This will be the fourth time in three years","quote_2_odi":"11403410","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AND HIT A SMALL POTHOLE AND THE ENTIRE PASSENGER FRONT HEADLIGHT FELL OUT OF THE CAR. IT WAS NOT DARK OUT. THE CAR WAS FINE PRIOR TO TODAY","quote_3_odi":"11175630","quote_3_text":"2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. CONSUMER WRITES WITH CONCERN FOR VERY DIM HEADLIGHTS AND EASILY SCRATCHED/SOFT WINDOW SHIELD. *AS *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-transmission-stall","label":"Transmission stall and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11537507","quote_1_text":"This is the third time that this has happened on the highway. I was driving about 70 miles per hour when my acceleration cut out","quote_2_odi":"11533731","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure while at high speed on an interstate highway resulted in disengagement, immediate deceleration and limited steerage in an area with limited breakdown lane","quote_3_odi":"11062403","quote_3_text":"CVT WILL NOT SHIFT IN COLD WEATHER. I TOOK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES AND THEY SAID NOTHING WRONG. I HAVE A VIDEO OF THE TACH REACHING 2600 RPM'S AT 30 MILES TO 55 MPH AND CVT WAS STUCK IN 3RD GEAR, WOULD NOT SHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10927234","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10877160","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS","quote_3_odi":"11231541","quote_3_text":"WHILE CAR WAS SLOWING IN A PARKING LOT AREA, TURNING AND BRAKING (HAVE WITNESS TO ATTEST TO THIS), IT HAD SUA (SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION) AS I WAS ABOUT TO PARK AND THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND THROUGH A BUILDING WALL IN LESS THAN 10 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-airbag-sensor-false-disable","label":"Airbag warning light triggered by seat sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11133615","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAGS TURN OFF WHEN IT IS RAINING OR HUMID OUTSIDE. PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCED WHEN THE CAR WAS STATIONARY AND WHEN THE CAR WAS IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11161996","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR HAS BEEN GOING OFF WHEN NOTHING IS IN THE SEAT. BECAUSE THE SENSOR THINKS SOMETHING IS IN THE SEAT THE AIRBAG FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IS TURNED ON","quote_3_odi":"11241421","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING WITH A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER THE PASSENGER BECOMES UNRECOGNIZED AND AIR BAG LIGHTS COME ON. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. THIS HAPPENS WILL DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608479","quote_1_text":"The windshield spontaneously cracked while sitting in my driveway. Windshield had no chips, damage, etc. The weather has been in the upper 70's, so no inclement weather. Upon researching, I found that many other Subaru owners have had the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11512839","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, it was later discovered that a crack had developed on the front windshield. The crack measured approximately 10-inches and extended from the bottom of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11317010","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN JANUARY 2020 NEW FROM DEALER STOCK. IT HAS APPROXIMATELY 2000 MILES ON IT AND EXPERIENCED SPONTANEOUS WINDSHIELD CRACKS WITH NO INDICATION IT IS FROM SOMETHING STRIKING THE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-eyesight-brake-malfunction","label":"EyeSight VDC and brake system malfunctions","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11684658","quote_1_text":"The Eye Sight warning system is activated occasionally and VDC is cut off. The dealer diagnosed code C1742, and recommended replacing the control unit due to a pressure sensor issue after measurement","quote_2_odi":"11690067","quote_2_text":"VDC HYDRAULIC UNIT REPLACEMENT. IT IS AN INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE ABS CONTROL UNIT. THERE ARE SENSORS INSIDE THAT MEASURE BRAKE LINE PRESSURE. THE LEFT FRONT SENSOR IS STUCK AT NEGATIVE 59 BAR. SHOULD BE ZERO AT REST","quote_3_odi":"11416544","quote_3_text":"THE SUBARU ANTI-COLLISION BEGAN TO ALERT AND ABRUPTLY STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE BEHIND US HAD TO BRAKE ABRUPTLY BUT DID NOT HIT US","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-airbag-issues","label":"Airbag deployment and warning light failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11714764","quote_1_text":"I got into an accident going 60 miles an hour I crash into a guardrail totaled the car but no airbags deployed I broke my wrist and dislocated my thumb","quote_2_odi":"11585384","quote_2_text":"Passenger Air-bag igniter's wiring shorted out releasing gas into car. The windows were up and the car was not running","quote_3_odi":"11516514","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light was not illuminating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the air bag warning light needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stalling and no-start electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11342076","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE AND INSPECTING UNDER THE HOOD, THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED AND THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS DESIGNED","quote_2_odi":"11458245","quote_2_text":"That is when the key is turned on the engine did not immediately turn over but there began an increased hesitation overtime before engine would turn over. It demonstrated issues of electrical problems","quote_3_odi":"11574727","quote_3_text":"On 3 separate occasions since I've had my car, it has powered off completely without warning while driving. This is very dangerous could cause a severe accident or death","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-clutch-failure-wont-shift","label":"Clutch failure / won't shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11340765","quote_1_text":"SQUEAKY CLUTCH PEDAL AND WHIRRING NOISE WHEN CLUTCH DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11113173","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH KEEPS GOING BAD IN A FEW THOUSAND MILES UNDER NORMAL USE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME ONLY AFTER 2000 MILES. SUBARU TELLS ME I ABUSE THE CLUTCH AND DON'T KNOW HOW TO DRIVE. I HAVE DRIVEN ONLY MANUAL TRANSMISSION CARS, NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS BEFORE WITH ANY CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing / short block failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11256512","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAD A BRAND NEW SHORT BLOCK WITH APPROXIMATELY 6,000 MILES ON IT, AND SPUN A BEARING","quote_2_odi":"11512930","quote_2_text":"Engine has rod knock present common amongst owners. Short block replaced under warranty at 55k miles. How can a stock engine with synthetic oil changes commonly fail? Flaws","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-headlights-disabled-cold","label":"Headlights disabled in cold weather","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10944404","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT IS RANDOMLY DISABLED. LIKE THE MAJORITY OF OTHERS HAVING THIS ISSUE, MY CAR HAS BEEN IN A COLDER CLIMATE (MINNESOTA) WHEN THIS STARTED OCCURRING. THERE IS NO WAY OF TURNING IT BACK ON. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10689384","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED. STARTED THE CAR, \"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED\" MESSAGE ON DASHBOARD. HEADLIGHTS WERE NON-FUNCTIONAL. THIS WAS IN VERY COLD WEATHER, APPROXIMATELY -10F","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-battery-drain-failure","label":"Battery drains / premature failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11436518","quote_1_text":"Car battery is constantly drained even when car is used every other day","quote_2_odi":"11417670","quote_2_text":"Battery lasted only less than 2 year s","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-rust-structure","label":"Rust on trunk and door frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11413827","quote_1_text":"RUST IS ON THE INSIDE OF THE TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11402544","quote_2_text":"RUST APPEARING ON DOOR(S) FRAME INSIDE NEAR WEATHER STRIP, BUBBLING OUTWARDS AND SHOWING OUTSIDE ON B-PILLAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Sunroof shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11098988","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED","quote_2_odi":"11204879","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO WORK NOT FOLLOWING ANYONE CLOSELY. I DID NOT GO UNDER ANY OVERPASSES OR TREES AND I HAD MY SUNROOF CLOSED WITH THE SHADE VISOR OPEN AT THE TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-turbo-intake-rough-idle-stall","label":"Turbocharger intake crack causing rough idle/stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11442284","quote_1_text":"Turbocharger intake cracked and causes the engine to have an extremely rough idle and stall. My vehicle has the same issue as NHTSA campaign number 16V16200 however it was manufactured before April 10th 2015 so it is not included in that recall","quote_2_odi":"11289668","quote_2_text":"THE RPM DROP AND THE ENGINE STALLS, BUT NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON. IT ONLY HAPPENS IN FIRST GEAR, FROM WHAT I'VE NOTICED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and transmission engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10809226","quote_1_text":"I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CLUTCH/TRANSMISSION IN MY 2016 WRX AT 580 MILES. I WAS EXITING A HIGHWAY AND PULLED THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF 6TH. AS I WAS ABOUT TO SHIFT INTO 3RD TO GO THROUGH THE INTERSECTION I WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR (STUCK IN NEUTRAL) WITH THE","quote_2_odi":"10945142","quote_2_text":"MY COMPLAINT PERTAINS TO MY 2016 SUBARU WRX CLUTCH. THE CLUTCH STOPPED WORKING AFTER APPROXIMATELY 14,000 MILES AND 15 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP AND SUBARU OF AMERICA HAVE JUDGED THIS TO BE REGULAR USER WEAR AND TEAR AND ARE NOT COVERING IT UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11521395","quote_3_text":"While driving, the clutch became stiff and unusable. Ultimately the car could not be shifted resulting in using a lower gear than normal to limp the car to safety. The car had to be towed to a mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-headlights-disabled","label":"Headlights disabled while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11446318","quote_1_text":"While driving in below zero temperatures I received a warning \"Headlights Disabled\" and my headlights were inoperable. I was able to use the high beams otherwise, complete darkness causing an immanent safety concern and potential for financial loss in terms of legality and","quote_2_odi":"11102221","quote_2_text":"OUT OF NOWHERE, THE INFORMATION SCREEN IN THE CENTER OF THE DASH DISPLAYED \"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED\" THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFFI FLICKED THE SWITCH ON AND OFF AND IT CAME BACK ON AND THEN ONLY ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON AND THE OTHER WAS OFF AND WOULDN'T COME BACK ON","quote_3_odi":"11081454","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. I KEPT GETTING \"HEADLIGHT DISABLED\" MESSAGE ON DASH, WITH CONDENSATION BUILDING UP ON THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT, BUT THE HEADLIGHT KEPT WORKING SO I GAVE IT A WEEK AND NOW PASSENGER SIDE IS COMPLETELY OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass explosion while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11574934","quote_1_text":"Driving and a loud explosion, sound, like a gunshot then a ton of pinging. The sunroof exploded and glass flew down my car and chipped a bunch of paint","quote_2_odi":"10909887","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11444185","quote_1_text":"2016 WRX drains its battery while the vehicle is turned off. After 3 days of being outside in 20-40 degree Fahrenheit weather, the battery was completely flat and would not start. This has happened 2 winters in a row now","quote_2_odi":"11448307","quote_2_text":"Several batteries that have died prematurely, last one only 2 months since last use. Vehicle has refused to start on several occasions, despite the battery being okay. Suspect issues with controller area network","quote_3_odi":"11499555","quote_3_text":"recurring battery drain, which has happened before. subaru dealer replaced the battery for the same reason less than 2 years ago. now it needs it again. car is inoperable as is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-unexpected-stall","label":"Unexpected stall or loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11099429","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR LOST A LITTLE POWER START TO SLOW DOWN TILL IT EVENTUALLY STALLED OUT AND NOW IT STARTS BUT DOES NOT STAY RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11098135","quote_2_text":"AFTER LEAVING WORK AND DRIVING LESS THAN ONE MILE, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STALLED WHILE APPROACHING A CONTROLLED INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PLACED INTO PARK AND RESTARTED","quote_3_odi":"10852591","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2016 SUBARU WRX DOWN A MAIN ROAD AT ABOUT 11PM. I WAS IN 3RD GEAR GOING 30MPH DRIVING STRAIGHT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY CAME TO A GRINDING HALT. I DID NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND SINCE I WAS ALREADY MOVING FORWARD IN 3RD, THE CLUTCH WAS NOT PRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-turbo-engine-defect","label":"Turbo engine performance loss and stall risk","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11516402","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2016 SUBARU WRX (PREMIUM) USED FROM A SUBARU DEALER IN ALBANY, NY WITH UNDER 26K MILES FOR APPROXIMATELY $25K IN 2018. ON A DRIVE IN DECEMBER 2022 I EXPERIENCED HESITATION AND/OR STUTTERING UNDER LOAD OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11492009","quote_2_text":"Started having issue with the engine making loud rattle noises and oil pressure was not consistent. Upon further investigating I removed the oil pan and removed the oil pickup. The oil pickup screen was full of RTV sealant","quote_3_odi":"11210266","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" TOOK MY CAR TO A LOCAL SHOP BECAUSE IT WAS LACKING POWER AND HAD LOW MPG READINGS. FOUND A BOOST LEAK IN THE TOP INTER-COOLER AND EXPRESSED THAT ALL THE 2016 WRX THAT COME IN THIS HAPPENS QUITE OFTEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and failure to start after sitting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11416750","quote_1_text":"THE BATTEREY DRAINS WITHIN A WEEK IF THE VEHICLE ISN’T","quote_2_odi":"11485126","quote_2_text":"Battery cannot hold a charge even after jumping the car. Once jumped, the car will drive but when the engine is turned off, it cannot turn back on without a jump","quote_3_odi":"11519850","quote_3_text":"There is a current drain (approximately 135mA) by the built-in telematics system (DCM) even when the car is completely powered off. The drain will drop battery voltage levels beyond recharge/repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-infotainment-screen-lockup","label":"Infotainment touchscreen freeze and lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11480522","quote_1_text":"The STARLINK 7-inch Multimedia Plus unit gets locked-up, sometime not responsive to touch, skips around to different songs, in a phantom way scans different radio stations, disconnects phone calls","quote_2_odi":"11340581","quote_2_text":"THE SCREEN FREAKS OUT. IT FREEZES, JACKS UP THE VOLUME SOMETIMES AND JUST FEELS LIKE THE SCREEN HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN. IT GOES BLACK SOMETIMES BUT OVERALL JUST FREEZING","quote_3_odi":"11634458","quote_3_text":"There is what looks to be water spots inside the radio screen causing the radio to malfunction. After reading online this is happening to many cars my same year and the website mentioned a recall for this issue. I have less than 60,000 miles on my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-windshield-crack-no-impact","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11387010","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU WRX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKED AT THE TOP WITHOUT IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11316531","quote_2_text":"SMALL GLASS CHIP DEFECT OCCURRED IN THE CENTER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND SITTING IN A PARKING LOT. THIS VEHICLE WAS ISOLATED IN THE PARKING LOT AND DID NOT HAVE ANY OTHER VEHICLES NEAR IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-rod-bearing-engine-stall","label":"Rod bearing failure and unexpected engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11613050","quote_1_text":"With 61,700 miles on the car the engine lost a rod bearing going around a sharp corner on and off ramp of interstate highway","quote_2_odi":"11467539","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing broke on engine at 9k miles, car shuts down. Replaced engine and turbo under warranty. Rod bearing broke again on engine at 38k, car shut down. Both times will traveling on highway posing major safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11268703","quote_3_text":"VERY SIMILAR ISSUES DESCRIBED IN PREVIOUS ENGINE FAILURES REPORTED. NEW CAR, OFF THE SHOWROOM FLOOR, SERVICED ON FREQUENT. THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOUD CLUNKY NOISE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11474719","quote_1_text":"I've had two fuel pumps replaced under warranty after the 2nd fuel pump failed hours after the Subaru dealership installed it. They installed the 3rd which worked until a week ago when my car stalled at a red light","quote_2_odi":"11437131","quote_2_text":"The contact stated owns a 2019 SUBARU WRX. The contact stated that while her spouse was driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal sound as if the engine was sputtering. The driver was concerned that fuel was not running through the engine correctly","quote_3_odi":"11733161","quote_3_text":"fuel pump cut off intermeeting mager loss off power tech at subaru refuse to repair car has 72000 miles on well manetane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-steering-lockup-while-driving","label":"Steering control loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11715651","quote_1_text":"I'm driving down the road and unexpectedly the power steering completely goes out and the car is almost impossible to steer. When I shut the car off it usually resets sometimes for only a couple seconds, sometimes longer before the power steering fails again","quote_2_odi":"11493131","quote_2_text":"at random, the vehicle will shut down for a second and start back up without pressing the start button. usually occurs while using carplay but has occurred without using the stereo","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure requiring repeat bulb replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11365658","quote_1_text":"I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS NOW AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY HEADLIGHTS EVERY 2 TO 3 MONTHS.. SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY WRONG","quote_2_odi":"11193548","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO CHANGE BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST THREE MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11161225","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion causing structural failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11634248","quote_1_text":"Engine subframe catastrophic failure (left side) due to severe corrosion. Lower control arm detached resulting in erratic handling and pulling. Car unsafe to drive and expensive to repair at ~$2200","quote_2_odi":"11487289","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while his daughter was reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle was making an abnormal clicking sound. The contact's daughter was able to continue driving; however, the suspension was not stable","quote_3_odi":"11341236","quote_3_text":"THIS 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK HAS ONLY 69000 MILES ON IT AND IT HAS SEVERAL RUSTED ROT SPOTS ON THE SUB FRAME, THE AXLES AND OTHER FRONT END COMPONENTS ALSO HAVE LAYERS OF RUST SUGGESTING THE STABILITY OF THOSE PARTS IS ALSO COMPROMISED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter failure causing engine stall while braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11480801","quote_1_text":"Recently, while driving home in traffic, with the car in drive while braking, my car stalled in the middle of the road. Since then, it has happened 4 times","quote_2_odi":"11364570","quote_2_text":"THE CAR STALLS AND PERFORMS A FULL ENGINE SHUT DOWN WHILE BRAKING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"11447842","quote_3_text":"Outback started jerking forward with an increase in RPMs and noise from engine. Malfunction was very alarming and could result in a traffic accident...especially at higher speeds and in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line junction corrosion causing brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11615546","quote_1_text":"The brake system failed when the brake lines burst at the four way connector on the right, rear side of the vehicle. There were no indicator lights lit on the dash until after losing all braking. Luckily I was traveling slowly and was able to roll to a stop safely","quote_2_odi":"11527618","quote_2_text":"The brakes completely gave out while the vehicle was being driven, without warning. The BRAKE light did not turn on until after the car had been stopped and restarted and the brakes had already gone out","quote_3_odi":"11688669","quote_3_text":"On Saturday, August 9, 2025, my brakes failed at highway speed. My vehicle's stopping distance was severely increased, forcing me to perform an emergency swerve into the leftmost lane to avoid rear-ending a truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts availability and repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10946384","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. ORIGINALLY NOTIFIED OF RECALL ON JUNE 10, 2016. I HAVE NOT HEARD FROM SUBARU AS OF TODAY, JANUARY 19, 2017. I HAVE NOT ALLOWED ANYONE TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SINCE NOTIFICATION. PASSENGERS ARE TIRED OF WAITING AND DEMAND ACTION","quote_2_odi":"11461194","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that he received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V007000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11015076","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant and oil intermixing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11366549","quote_1_text":"FAILED HEAD GASKET. THIS SHOULD NOT HAVE FAILED AT AROUND 112K. THIS IS A 2.5 LITRE 4 CYLINDER ENGINE. ENGINE STARTED TO OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"11523706","quote_2_text":"All instrument and waning lights illuminated and the engine shut down while driving. Took to the Subaru dealer repair shop and the vehicle was diagnosed with a head gasket leak that caused oil to mix with the coolant","quote_3_odi":"11094159","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO OVERHEAT AND THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line corrosion and brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11678072","quote_1_text":"Just lost brakes. Was parked at an atm. In park, foot on brake as i was shifting into drive, brake pedal goes to floor and brake fluid leaks out... I see there was a recall for brake lines in Michigan. I've owned this car since 2020. All Brake pads are new as of 4/2025. This","quote_2_odi":"11635185","quote_2_text":"Going down the road and my breaks went to the floor, further inspection the back passenger 4 way block blew apart due to rust I looked online and there is so many of these cars the same year that this is happening to, would love to have this year and model included in the recall","quote_3_odi":"11363876","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THIS VEHILCE WHILE COMING TO A STOP THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE WOULDNT STOP COMPLETLY, I HAD TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK,, PERHAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO MY TRANSMISSION, UPON INVESTIGATION I FOUND THE REAR BRAKE LINE FAILURED DUE TO RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-front-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion and fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11533456","quote_1_text":"My front subframe broke. I was driving the car and was exiting the highway. I heard a snap n then had no control. Had my mechanic look at car and said frame snapped and control arm broke. The week before i had my car alignment and new tires put on. Nothing was noticed then","quote_2_odi":"11525925","quote_2_text":"Failure of front subframe while driving. Vehicle is unable to be driven. Vehicle pulled severely to drivers side while driving. Subframe had severe deterioration by rust . Vehicle is at Annen Brake Fond du Lac, Wi and available for inspection. Replacement part is unavailable and","quote_3_odi":"11544449","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Outback. The contact stated there was a clunking sound coming from the front suspension location and the vehicle started feeling unstable while driving approximately 30 MPH. The steering wheel began to sway towards the left causing the contact to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant/oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11737640","quote_1_text":"Purchased my 2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited from the dealership, new. Since 2013, the Subaru dealer has discovered multiple oil leaks, replaced the head gaskets 3 times, thermostat 4 times, the alternator 3 times, timing belt 4 times, radiator 3 times, starter once, and my","quote_2_odi":"11563896","quote_2_text":"in 2023 my car started overheating. took it in and it was the headgasket. even with the age of my car, it only had just over 105,000 miles on it. looking at other subarus for sale out of curiosity, I saw that quite a lot had their engines replaced. even newer than mine. i do see","quote_3_odi":"11429558","quote_3_text":"My 2011 Outback had a head gasket failure at 98,000 miles. The car overheated which forced me to pull over in heavy traffic. There was no prior warning or symptoms until the engine temperature warning light appeared. The car was repaired by the dealership at a hefty price. They","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter/CVT stall or shudder when stopping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11640426","quote_1_text":"Torque converter issue that causes stalling similar to a manual transmission vehicle. The issue should have been a full recall but instead was only a \"bulletin.\" For my own safety, I am stuck paying several thousand dollars for an issue the manufacturer is aware of but refused","quote_2_odi":"11578081","quote_2_text":"Seems like a transmission problem on my Subaru Outback. While braking to a stop the car shudders and then the engine stalls creating a hazardous situation. I'm forced to put the car in park and restart the engine. This sounds like a common issue with the tourque converter on","quote_3_odi":"11244071","quote_3_text":"THE CAR STALLS WHEN COMING TO A FAST STOP AND SOMETIMES SHUDDERS LIKE IT IS GOING TO STALL WHEN SLOWING DOWN. THIS WAS HORRIBLE ON THE FREEWAY DURING TRAFFIC AS I HAD TO RESTART MY CAR NUMEROUS TIME. GOT CLOSE TO GETTING REAR ENDED A FEW TIMES. I TOOK MY CAR TO SUBARU AND IT IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Low-beam headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11297469","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS BURN OUT REPEATEDLY, WITHOUT WARNING OR INCIDENT, SOMETIMES BOTH WITHIN A WEEK. CAR IS DRIVEN LESS THAN 10K MILES PER YEAR, YET ONE OR BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED ANNUALLY ON AVERAGE. BULBS ARE VERY DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMER TO REPLACE AND MUST BE DONE BY","quote_2_odi":"11298624","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHT BURNS OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. REPLACING THE BULB IS NOT THAT EASY. THIS IS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM AND SUBARU HAS BEEN AWARE OF THE PROBLEM FOR LAST EIGHT PLUS YEARS. INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM SUBARU HAS EXTENDED","quote_3_odi":"11386791","quote_3_text":"LOW HEADLAMP BULB HOUSING MELTED SO BAD IT MUST BE REPLACED AT ESTIMATED DEALER COST OF $650. THERE IS AN EXTENDED WARRANTEE FOR REPLACING THE BULBS THAT HAVE BEEN BURNING OUT EVERY 6-9 MONTHS. I BELIEVE THEY HAVE BEEN BURNING UP DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN THE HOUSING THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall service issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11387561","quote_1_text":"MY 2011 SUBARU OUTBACK IS PART OF THE AIRBAG RECALL. I HAVE PHONED SUBARU 6 TIMES AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX MY AIRBAGS. THE REASON IS THAT I LIVE ON A SMALL ISLAND IN HAWAII THAT DOES NOT HAVE A DEALERSHIP OR EVEN A CAR REPAIR SHOP. THE VEHICLE MUST BE SHIPPED TO OAHU TO BE FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11350902","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SUBARU IN MISSOULA, MT IN OCTOBER OF 2019 TO FIX THE TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. IN JULY OF 2019 I RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I CALLED THE NUMBER ON THE RECALL NOTICE 855-371-5406. I WAS INFORMED THAT SUBARU HAD PUT IN THE SAME NON-WORKING,","quote_3_odi":"11282284","quote_3_text":"I ACCEPTED A RECALL TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BY THE DEALER EVENSTON SUBARU, 3340 OAKTON STR, SKOKIE, ILL, 60076; AFTER THIS RECALL REPLACEMENT WAS PERFORMED, MY CAR HAD PROBLEMS LIKE THE PASSENGER WINDOW DID NOT OPPERATE FROM THE COMMEND BUTTON OF THE SAME DOOR AND THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11289526","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH AND THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR COIL SPRING COLLAPSED. WE HEARD A LOUD METAL BANG AND WHEN WE GOT HOME I NOTICED THE COIL SPRING WAS BROKEN","quote_2_odi":"11242624","quote_2_text":"BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 6\" ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE COIL. BOTH FAILED AT EXACTLY THE SAME TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS UP ON JACKS AND AS I WAS REMOVING THE BRAKE ROTORS TO REPLACE THE ROTORS AND PADS I HEARD A LOUD CRACK FOLLOWED BY THE METAL PARTS LANDING ON THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11670685","quote_1_text":"I just found out that there was a problem with oil consumption in a 2014 subaru forester.I purchase it two years ago.Is there anything they can do to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11307009","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD ONGOING ISSUES WITH THE OIL CONSUMPTION ON THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD A COUPLE OF OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS RUN ON THIS CAR AND THEY CLAIM THAT IT PASSES, (EVEN THOUGH I CAN BARELY MAKE IT 4K WITHOUT HAVING TO ADD MORE OIL TO THE CAR) TODAY THE CAR IS BACK AT SERVICE TO FIX","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in cylinder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11243909","quote_1_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION, WONT COME OUT! THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11414175","quote_2_text":"THE IGNITION CYCLINDER WILL NOT RELEASE VEHICLE KEY. UPON TURNING OFF VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION THE KEY WILL NOT TURN PAST ON TO THE OFF POSITION. IT CAN TAKE SEVERAL TRIES OF CYCLING ON AND OFF BEFORE THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED. ISSUE IS INTERMITTENT,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11325012","quote_1_text":"CAR ACCELERATED WHEN I WAS PRESSING THE BRAKE TO PARK MY CAR IN A PRIVATE COMPANY'S PARKING LOT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11700275","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2014 Subaru Forester (about 148,000 miles) behind a minivan at a safe distance and speed. Without warning, my vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Despite applying the brakes, shifting into low gear, and using the emergency brake, I was unable to slow it down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-airbag-ods-sensor-fault","label":"Occupant detection system airbag sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11566396","quote_1_text":"Occupant Detection System (ODS) system failure causes the front passenger-side airbag system to malfunction, which could mean that the airbag may not deploy during a collision. Although other model years have a product campaign bulletin for this issue (WUM-98R, NHTSA ID","quote_2_odi":"11529127","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The diagnostic test showed that the ODS (Occupant Detection","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11648162","quote_1_text":"When cruising about 25mph the car gave a jolt, stalled, and then would speed back up again. All lights then flashed on. I brought it to the dealer and they did a diagnostic check coming back for CVT transmission. They also confirmed it is a known problem and had extended the","quote_2_odi":"11278564","quote_2_text":"VALVE BODY SOLENOID INSIDE THE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED AND FULLY LOCKED UP. SUBARU STATES THAT THEIR CVT TRANSMISSION NEVER NEEDS TO BE SERVICED BUT COVERS THE CVT TO 100,000 MILES. SHORTY AFTER A HUNDRED THOUSAND MILES, THE VALVE BODY SOLENOID FAILED AND SUBARU OF AMERICA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Liftgate strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11430029","quote_1_text":"Tailgate problem - car was in stopped position. I was unloading groceries so opened the tailgate. The tailgate opened and paused in it's highest position for a second and then slammed abruptly with intense speed. The speed of the closure is enough to injure someone or cause","quote_2_odi":"11427126","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Forester. While attempting to open the liftgate, the contact stated that the left strut on the liftgate fractured which caused the liftgate to independently close. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that strut bolt was corroded which led to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-head-gasket-overheat","label":"Head gasket failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11099254","quote_1_text":"MY WELL-MAINTAINED SUBARU OUTBACK LIMITED WITH 102,773 MILES OVERHEATED AND BLEW A HEAD GASKET OUT OF THE BLUE","quote_2_odi":"11394507","quote_2_text":"ON OCTOBER 16TH, 2020 WHILE DRIVING OUR 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11102597","quote_3_text":"5 DAYS AFTER 120K MILE DEALER SERVICE (ALL WORK IS DONE BY SUBARU DEALER WHERE WE PURCHASED) MORE DASH LIGHTS THAN WHAT SULLY SULLENBEGER HAD TO CONTENT WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter shudder and stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631701","quote_1_text":"When coming to a stop, the car shudders and often stalls just like if you didn't press in the clutch on a manual transmission. No warning lights or messages. See details in TSB- 16-90-13R","quote_2_odi":"10992631","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WOULD STALL WITH A HARD STOP AT AN INTERSECTION OR GOING UPHILL SUBARU REPORTED THAT IT WAS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTE, A BULLETIN NOTICE WAS DONE FOR THIS BY SUBARU","quote_3_odi":"11132467","quote_3_text":"2012 SUBARU OUTBACK CVT ISSUE CAR WILL SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS (40 MPH+) DOWN TO 10-20 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion causing brake fluid leak or failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11757539","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed completely due to excessive rust / corrosion on brake line junction area","quote_2_odi":"11451033","quote_2_text":"Our low mileage car which we bought new and is under 10 years old experienced a complete brake failure in our driveway","quote_3_odi":"11527494","quote_3_text":"The rear brake lines sprung a leak in a well-known trouble spot with Subarus","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11210333","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11196662","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11001330","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NO FAILURE AS OF THIS DATE. HOWEVER, SUBARU IS TAKING AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Headlight bulbs burning out repeatedly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11621986","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that vehicle was consistently burning out the headlight bulbs","quote_2_odi":"11477824","quote_2_text":"Headlights keep burning out in less than a year","quote_3_odi":"11002811","quote_3_text":"BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING ON A DARK RURAL ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11296821","quote_1_text":"I NEED TO PUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY 250 MILES. I DID AN OIL CHECK WITH GRAYSON SUBARU KNOXVILLE TN, AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE CAR WAS FINE","quote_2_odi":"11315547","quote_2_text":"FOR THE LAST 50K MILES, OIL CONSUMPTION HAS GOTTEN WORSE AND WORSE. NOW IT NEEDS A QT OF OIL EVERY 600 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11282568","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CAR GOES THROUGH A QUART OF OIL ABOUT EVERY 700-800 MILES DESPITE REGULAR OIL CHANGES AND MAINTAINCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11061075","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A 2 LANE HIGHWAY, WHEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND LIKE A SHOTGUN AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED, COMPLETELY SHATTERED, FOR NO REASON","quote_2_odi":"11241085","quote_2_text":"MOONROOF EXPLODED. 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. OCCURED ON JULY 31, 2019 AT APPROX 7:30 PM. IT HAD BEEN OVERCAST ALL DAY, WITH HIGH TEMP 75. DRIVING ALONG HWY 89A AT 65 MILES AN HOUR. ONE CAR AHEAD OF ME, ABOUT 6 CAR LENGTHS AHEAD. STRAIGHT SECTION OF THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11426498","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while his wife was driving 75 mph, the sunroof exploded, and the glass shattered onto the shade guard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior headlight and taillight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10970685","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE HEADLIGHT BULB FAILURE. REPLACEMENT OF BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES ON A MORE THAN ACCEPTABLE FREQUENCY. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO DEALERSHIP VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED FROM NEW","quote_2_odi":"11020354","quote_2_text":"VARIOUS EXTERNAL LIGHTS (EIGHT) HAVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACE. CAR HAS ONLY 50K MILES ON IT. UNSAFE TO DRIVE CAR AT NIGHT WHEN ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS IS NON FUNCTIONAL. FLASHERS NOT FUNCTIONING IS NOT SAFE WHEN MAKING A TURN","quote_3_odi":"11063292","quote_3_text":"REPEATED LIGHTING FAILURES ON EXTERIOR LIGHTS ALL AROUND CAR. HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS, TAIL AND SIDE LIGHTS REPEATEDLY AT MY COST. SOME COMPLETED AT DEALERSHIP, SOME COMPLETED AT HOME AFTER COST TOO MUCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Parking brake malfunction and warning light activation","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11431922","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the parking brake was applied, and the parking brake warning light was illuminated. The parking brake would not disengage when the contact attempted to drive the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11614806","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that several other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power","quote_3_odi":"11173886","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO PROVIDE THE PART WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V626000 (PARKING BRAKE). THE CONTACT HAD BEEN WAITING OVER THREE MONTHS FOR THE PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-cvt-transmission-stall","label":"CVT transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11180162","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION JERKS AND STUTTERS AND WHILE IN TRAFFIC THE CAR LOST POWER FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AND I WAS ALMOST HIT. IT HAPPENS AT LOW AND HIGH SPEEDS. IT HAS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS AND THE LATEST WAS ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAVE ALSO HAD IT STALL COMPLETELY AT LOW SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11364048","quote_2_text":"2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. ENTIRE SET OF WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON FIVE MINUTES AFTER STARTED DRIVING VEHICLE. MECHANIC SAID TO HAVE IT TOWED. DIAGNOSIS: CVT TRANSMISSION TOTALLY FRIED AT A MERE 106,600. SHOULD BE ABLE TO GET A LOT MORE MILES FROM THIS TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"11529439","quote_3_text":"Like many other Subaru Outback owners, the torque converter, valve body tied to the transmission has put my Subaru out of commission at only 127k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part and repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11189854","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - CARTER SUBARU, BALLARD, SEATTLE, WA (98117) - CALLED THE DAY I RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU (3/16/19) AND THE FIRST APPOINTMENT THEY COULD OFFER ME WAS JULY 7, 2019","quote_2_odi":"11189782","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED NOTICE OF THE RECALL ON 3/15 AND CALLED FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY (3/18). I WAS TOLD THE FIRST APPOINTMENT IS 6/11-3 MONTHS OUT. HOW AM I TO DRIVE A VEHICLE WITH MY WIFE AND KIDS IF WE CANNOT USE THE PASSENGER SEAT FOR 3 MONTHS-ABSURD","quote_3_odi":"11191330","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE. IT STATES IN BOLD LETTERING TO NOT LET PASSENGERS SIT IN THE FRONT SEAT UNTIL THIS IS FIXED OR RISK DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-driver-seat-weld-failure","label":"Driver seat frame weld failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11519886","quote_1_text":"My 2010 Subaru Forester's driver seat does not raise up on with the power buttons. I can hear the motor but the front of the seat will not move. Last week, the right side was not moving and now both sides are not. I can physically move the front half of the seat up and down","quote_2_odi":"11509812","quote_2_text":"The weld on the left side of the seat broken causing the seat cushion to be loose. After quick internet searching, this seems to a be a somewhat common occurrence. I weight 170 Lbs and the car has 140K miles","quote_3_odi":"10994068","quote_3_text":"THE LOWER DRIVER'S SEAT FRAME SNAPPED APART AND NOW SAGS HEAVILY ON THE LEFT, MAKING IT FAR LESS SAFE IN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11052397","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, THE CAR WAS DRIVING AND HIT A PARKED CAR IN THE CITY, AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED TO THE SIZE OF A SOCCER BALL, POPPED, AND JUST SAT THERE. THE CURTAIN NEVER OPENED OR CAME DOWN.THE AIRBAG NEVER REACHED MY FACE NOR DID IT DO ANYTHING FOR ME","quote_2_odi":"11175176","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU FORESTER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10945289","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL IN JULY 2016 INFORMING ME OF THE RECALL OF THE AIRBAGS IN THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT AND \"UNTIL THIS REPAIR IS PERFORMED, DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.\" IT HAS BEEN 6 MONTHS NOW THAT I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-oil-consumption-head-gasket","label":"Excessive oil consumption and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11704112","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2010 Subaru Forester (VIN: [XXX] ) suffered a sudden and complete mechanical failure on November 15, 2025. While driving, the vehicle abruptly lost power without any warning lights or messages","quote_2_odi":"11429899","quote_2_text":"At 90,000 miles the head gaskets need replacing (a $2600 repair) on a 2010 car that has been taken care of, all oil changes, all maintenance has been done to. Seems like a failed part. Noticed others have complained about the same issue","quote_3_odi":"10664421","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE ON 2010 SUBARU FORESTER. LAST OIL CHANGE @ 72,328 MILES. VEHICLE RAN OUT OF OIL AT 74,979 MILES. [DOCUMENTATION AVAILABLE ON CONSISTENT REGULAR MAINTENANCE.] *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-rear-brake-wear-corrosion","label":"Premature rear brake wear and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10901951","quote_1_text":"REAR BRAKES WORE OUT AT 55K MILES. FRONT BRAKES STILL HAD 7MM WEAR ON THEM. TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS PROBABLY DUE TO CORROSION OF THE CALIPERS. THE CALIPERS RUSTED, CAUSING THE BRAKE PADS TO BE IN CONSTANT CONTACT WITH THE ROTORS, WEARING THEM OUT PREMATURELY","quote_2_odi":"10628084","quote_2_text":"THE REAR BRAKES ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT AT 29,700 MILES. THIS WAS DISCOVERED DURING THE MANDATORY ANNUAL VIRGINIA SAFETY INSPECTION. I HAVE OWNED AND DRIVEN CARS FOR 37 YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER SEEN REAR BRAKES WEAR SO FAST. THE FRONT BRAKES LOOK NORMAL FOR A VEHICLE OF THIS AGE","quote_3_odi":"11363617","quote_3_text":"MY BRAKES FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING BECAUSE SUBARU DID NOT PROPERLY ADDRESS RECALL WQK47 ON MY CAR IN 2018 EVEN THOUGH THEY CLAIMED IT WAS COMPLETED. MY BRAKE LINES ARE COMPLETELY CORRODED AND THEY ARE REFUSING TO HONOR THE RECALL THAT THEY IMPROPERLY ADDRESSED 2 YEARS AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11377399","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 SUBARU FORESTER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED IN REVERSE FOR THE 3RD TIME. THIS LAST TIME IT HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE DAMAGING IT AND KNOCKED DOWN A PERSON THAT REQUIRED EVALUATION AT THE ER. I WAS IN A CHURCH PARKING LOT THIS LAST TIME","quote_2_odi":"10882115","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKING MY 2010 SUBARU FORESTER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED CAUSING IT TO JUMP OVER A CURB SIDESWIPING A HEDGE JUMPING ANOTHER CURB THEN HITTING A LARGE RAM 150 TRUCK. THE WHOLE TIME I WAS STANDING ON THE BRAKES TRYING TO AVOID PARKED CARS","quote_3_odi":"11501412","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while reversing out of a garage parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into several other parked vehicles before coming","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11572135","quote_1_text":"The front subframe of my 2010 Subaru is completely rusted through and is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk because if the subframe broke in half while I was driving it would cause an accident from lack of steering control","quote_2_odi":"11354431","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A STATE INSPECTION, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT SUB-FRAME HAD ROTTED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11479924","quote_3_text":"I was driving home and heard loud creaking and grinding noises from the front of the car, especially when I was turning or braking. I did use it the next day and it sounded worse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Repeated headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11186517","quote_1_text":"OVER THE PAST 9.5 YEARS THAT I'VE OWNED THE CAR, I'VE HAD TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ON BOTH SIDES AT LEAST 5 TIMES IN EACH SIDE. I'VE TALKED TO SUBARU ABOUT THIS AND THEY CANNOT GIVE ME A DEFINITE ANSWER/SOLUTION TO PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10946811","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY 3.6R I BOUGHT ALMOST 4 YEARS AGO. IN THE TIME THAT I HAVE OWNED IT I HAVE REPLACED 7 HEADLIGHT BULBS AND HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN BECAUSE ONE JUST BLEW OUT","quote_3_odi":"11083559","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE HEAD LAMPS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE PROPERLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10425939","quote_1_text":"BETWEEN 60-75 MPH THERE IS A STRONG VIBRATION ON THE STEERING WHEEL. NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM WITH THE LEGACYS AND OUTBACKS","quote_2_odi":"10386831","quote_2_text":"VERY BAD VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL AND FRONT END IN SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 40MPH. MANY OTHER SUBARU LEGACY OWNERS ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING THIS","quote_3_odi":"10354919","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO VIOLENTLY VIBRATE AND TURN TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11254310","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS AN ISSUE WHERE IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED MODERATELY TO FIRMLY. THE DRIVER MUST MAKE A VERY SLOW STOP TO AVOID STALLING THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11080838","quote_2_text":"TORQUE CONVERTER- STALLS WHEN COMING TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag occupant sensor stays off","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10441991","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT INDICATING AIR BAG IS OFF WHEN A 5'4'' 112 POUND ADULT FEMALE IS IN THE SEAT. THE INDICATION LIGHT WILL SOMETIMES FLICKER FROM OFF TO ON BUT MAINLY REMAINS OFF FOR THE DURATION OF THE DRIVE REGARDLESS OF THE SPEED AS WELL AS WHEN THE CAR IS IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"10407263","quote_2_text":"LEGACY 2010 GT - PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG LIGHT OFF WHEN PASSENGER WEIGHS 125 LB OR LESS. ADULT IS A FULL SIZE ADULT: 120 LB, 5'5\", 37 YEARS OLD WOMAN","quote_3_odi":"11014718","quote_3_text":"I WEIGH 115 POUNDS. WHEN I SIT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OF THE 2010 SUBARU LEGACY, THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON. WHEN SOMEONE HEAVIER SITS IN THE SEAT, THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT COMES ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11174558","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10945469","quote_2_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS - I CONTACTED SUBARU AND THEY ARE STILL MONTHS AWAY FROM BEING ABLE TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT. WE ARE UNABLE TO USE THE VEHICLE FOR OUR FAMILY BECAUSE OF THE SAFETY ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10919017","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V694000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and fluid loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11522675","quote_1_text":"My check engine light and other lights simultaneously lit up while driving 50 mph down the highway. The car started to “buck” slightly. I pulled over, let it cool a bit, checked the oil","quote_2_odi":"11172083","quote_2_text":"I AM FILING A COMPLAINT FOR MY SUBARU AS THE TRANSMISSION IS FAILING. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS AND NEVER EVEN NOTIFIED OF AN ISSUE OR AN EXTENDED WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11538910","quote_3_text":"The transmission on my 2014 Subaru Impreza failed suddenly while I was driving about 70 mph in the middle lane of the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-valve-spring-engine-failure","label":"Valve spring failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11663055","quote_1_text":"I was driving in my car had lost of power n started to make a noise n ALLL that so eather valve spring broke then messed up rod bearings n now to the point I can't drive my vehicle is like to know what to do next","quote_2_odi":"11302850","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED OF A FRACTURED VALVE SPRING IN CYLINDER NUMBER 3 WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO CEASE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE CYLINDER AND PISTON","quote_3_odi":"11123317","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED (55MPH IN CALIFORNIA) I HEARD A LOUD SLAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE AREA. THE HIGHWAY WAS RELATIVELY STRAIGHT. A FEW MINUTES LATER THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR BEGAN TO SLOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-side airbag occupancy sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11165187","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. AIRBAG DOES NOT TURN ON WHEN A PASSENGER IS SITTING IN THE SEAT, BOTH WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11337744","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING (ON ANY KIND OF ROAD), A LIGHT INDICATING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS OFF WILL ILLUMINATE, EVEN WHEN THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE SEAT. THE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIMES THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL BECOME ACTIVE EVEN WITH NO PASSENGER IN THE SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11316099","quote_3_text":"AT ABOUT 30,000 MILES THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILED. IT DID NOT DETECT A PASSENGER PRESENT DESPITE AN AVERAGE SIZED ADULT BEING IN THE SEAT. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSOR. THE SAME THING OCCURRED AT ABOUT 75,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-blower-motor-melting","label":"HVAC blower motor wiring harness melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11745495","quote_1_text":"Cabin blower fan stopped working. Faint burned plastic smell. Starting with the blower motor, I worked backwards. The Blower Motor Resistor showed significant wear, which I replaced","quote_2_odi":"11525812","quote_2_text":"One day my blower motor wouldn't turn on and my switch was actually stuck, unable to adjust at all. After checking all fuses and relays I pulled out the control panel and noticed significant electrical damage to both the switch itself and the wiring harness","quote_3_odi":"11524486","quote_3_text":"The Blower assembly in my car stopped working suddenly- When i looked into it, a short/electrical failure had happened that caused the wire harness and other components to melt inside the system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11012263","quote_1_text":"I EXPERIENCED SUDDEN EXTREME ACCELERATION JUST AFTER I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY. THE CAR SUDDENLY--VERY RAPIDLY--ACCELERATED AND CRASHED THROUGH WOODEN GARAGE DOOR AND INTO THE POURED CONCRETE WALL AT BACK OF GARAGE, CRACKING THE WALL AND OF COURSE TOTALING THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10620908","quote_2_text":"DRIVER WAS PARKING VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD, CROSSING PARKING BARRIER, BUSHES IN PLANTING AT EDGE OF LOT, AND SIDEWALK HITTING A PARKED CAR. DRIVER STATES THAT BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED AT TIME OF INCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11453117","quote_3_text":"I was starting to reverse out of a parking spot in an underground parking lot. (It was about 10 am). The car accelerated and went backwards at top speed into a wall and door that led to elevators","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck in park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643755","quote_1_text":"When I put my vehicle into park and try to remove the key, it becomes stuck in the vehicle every time due to a failing park position switch. This is a known issue to Subaru and should warrant a recall","quote_2_odi":"11580532","quote_2_text":"Key won't completely shut off car of come out of ignition","quote_3_odi":"10604863","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, AND WAS ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE THE SHIFTER WAS STILL IN DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-cvt-transmission-lockup","label":"CVT lurching and transmission lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11229075","quote_1_text":"I WAS PROCEEDING WEST ON I84 IN MY 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) ASSEMBLY, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF WHEEL ROTATION (WHEELS LOCKING UP) WHICH LASTED FOR ALMOST 2 SECONDS","quote_2_odi":"11427890","quote_2_text":"About 20 miles north of Milwaukee on I-41 Northbound, my wife was driving at 70 mph when suddenly we both noticed a strong lurching from the CVT transmission","quote_3_odi":"10911334","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, ALL FOUR WHEELS LOCKED UP AND THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS PRESENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11630054","quote_1_text":"Key was stuck in the ignition and left me stranded unable to leave my car. I took the car to the Subaru dealership for them to assess and repair the issue","quote_2_odi":"11568348","quote_2_text":"I started having issues with my car when I could not turn it off -- the key was stuck in the ignition and I was unable to turn the car fully off","quote_3_odi":"11374925","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WITH MY KEY NOT BEING RELEASED FROM THE IGNITION ONCE THE VEHICLE IS PUT INTO PARK AND TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11398174","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A 34 DEGREE DAY ON A CLEAR ROAD, WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ROOF","quote_2_odi":"10702055","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE WITH CRUISE CONTROL SET TO 70MPH. HEARD A LOUD POP (SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT)","quote_3_odi":"10725206","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. I WAS DRIVING AT 65MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR THE SUNROOF WAS BROKEN AS IF SOMEONE HAD PUNCH IT FROM THE INSIDE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and failure to hold charge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11465215","quote_1_text":"Battery drains excessively and frequently. Will not hold a charge. Frequently replacing battery only to have it fail","quote_2_odi":"11208292","quote_2_text":"BATTERY DOES NOT HOLD A CHARGE. MY BATTERY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED FOR A SECOND TIME SINCE 2014","quote_3_odi":"10958557","quote_3_text":"THREE TIMES I HAVE SAFELY STOPPED MY CAR TO TAKE A PHONE CALL. I PUT THE GEAR IN PARK AND LEFT THE KEY IN ACC/ACCESSORY POSITION. EACH TIME THE ACC/ACCESSORY POSITION HAS TOTALLY DRAINED THE BATTERY IN 5-10 MINUTES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure from steering column wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10971472","quote_1_text":"FIRST NOTICED MY HORN WAS NOT WORKING, THEN MY IPHONE WAS NO LONGER SINQUED TO THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11245986","quote_2_text":"THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING ON THE VEHICLE. DOES NOT MATTER WHAT POSITION THE STEERING WHEEL IS IN OR IF I AM DRIVING OR STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11230240","quote_3_text":"THE HORN ONLY WORKS WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. IF YOU ARE DRIVING STRAIGHT, THE HORN DOES NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant-detection sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11298218","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE 'OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR MODULE' IS FAULTY. THIS MODULE HAS BEEN RECALLED ON SIMILAR SUBARU VEHICLES RECENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11185483","quote_2_text":"OVERLY SENSITIVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR. AFTER WORKING OUT SIDE IN THE SUMMER, THE SWEAT FROM A PASSENGERS BODY WILL TURN OFF THE AIRBAG, EVEN IF IT WASN'T MUCH SWEAT","quote_3_odi":"11348449","quote_3_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT (SHOWN NEXT TO CLOCK) WILL PERIODICALLY SWITCH FROM ON TO OFF WHILE THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10667115","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A MEDIAN AND TWO PARKED VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10721509","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY OF A LARGE APARTMENT COMPLEX GETTING READY TO PARK AND WAIT FOR AN INDIVIDUAL. THERE WAS A CAR IN FRONT OF ME SO I WAS PREPARING TO PARK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR WENT FULL THROTTLE","quote_3_odi":"11397033","quote_3_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE PARKING. APPLIED BRAKES BUT CAR KEPT ACCELERATING HITTING CARPORT COLUMN AT CANCER CENTER BRINGING ROOF DOWN ONTO CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11506602","quote_1_text":"Started the car and a warning light came on and the steering froze. I turned it off for the day","quote_2_odi":"11328510","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING FAILED. THE \"COMPUTER\" WAS REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVABLE. THEN, WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10653031","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL AND CRASH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-sunroof-windshield-glass","label":"Sunroof water leaks and windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11398032","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER IT RAIN THE SUN ROOF LEAKS INSIDE THE CAR , WATER HAD FLOODED THE FLOOR RUGS AND SEATS ALSO THE BACKUP CAMERA WAS FILLED WITH WATER HAD TO REPLACED $237.99 THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11287679","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS WINDSHIELD CRACK DEVELOPED. STARTED IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN, GOES UP 3-4 INCHES, TURNS AND GOES ACROSS THE BOTTOM OF THE WS TO A POINT IN FRONT OF THE GLOVE BOX. NO EVIDENCE OF AN IMPACT CHIP","quote_3_odi":"11062500","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, A LOUD POP NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING AS HE THOUGHT A ROCK STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts availability and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11046482","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: THIS MAKE/MODEL IS LISTED AS A VEHICLE AFFECTED BY THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11175154","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING PLACE IN A PARKING LOT I HIT ANOTHER CAR. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. CAR WAS MOVING SLOWLY","quote_3_odi":"11192270","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. RECEIVED LETTER STATING AIR BAG RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG ON MARCH15TH. CALLED RAMSEY SUBARU ON ROUTE 17 IN RAMSEY NJ WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR AND WAS TOLD THAT I COULD NOT HAVE THE RECALL FIXED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2019","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-cvt-hesitation-stall","label":"CVT torque converter hesitation and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11641208","quote_1_text":"Believe the torque converter in the cvt transmission is causing the vehicle to stall. Happened multiple times going through an intersection and was almost side swiped. Was an extended warranty on cvt but no recalls for it yet","quote_2_odi":"11341741","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLS AND HESITATES FROM COMPLETES AND SHUDDERS WHEN COMING TO A STOP USUALLY AT INTERSECTIONS. CONTRIBUTING FACTOR IS TORQUE CONVERTER AND POSSIBLY VALVE BODY. KNOWN SAFETY ISSUE TO SUBARU THAT IS NO LONGER COVERED BY WARRENTY","quote_3_odi":"10649644","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAD A 2-5 SECONDS ACCELERATION HESITATION. TAKING OFF FROM A YIELD SIGN AND GOING ACROSS A HWY, THE CAR HAD ENOUGH POWER TO ROLL FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Low beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11174614","quote_1_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULB KEEP BLOWING OUT. REPLACED 4X IN THE PAST. TWICE LAST MONTH. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN/ISSUE ESPECIALLY IF DRIVING AT NIGHT NOT TO MENTION THE COST AND HASSLE OF HAVING TO CHANGE OUT THE LAMPS SO OFTEN","quote_2_odi":"10939157","quote_2_text":"HEAD LIGHTS KEEP BURNING OUT ON THIS VEHICLE, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE (LOW BEAM) HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES SO FAR OVER A PERIOD OF 2 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11310425","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP BECAME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FOG LAMPS WERE ALSO INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11019076","quote_1_text":"MY CAR KEEPS RUNNING ON LOW OIL BEFORE THE LIISTED NEXT OIL CHANGE .AND A SUBARU DEALERSHIP CHANGES IT EVERYTIME ITS DUE. CALLED THEM UP AFTER THE THIRD TIME IT HAPPENED AND THEY SAID TO JUST ADD OIL","quote_2_odi":"11206112","quote_2_text":"PERIODICALLY THE CAR HAS BEEN SHUTTING OFF AFTER I START IT. WHEN IT'S STATIONERY. IT WILL SHUT OFF TWO TO THREE TIMES BEFORE IT WITH STAY ON. ALSO IT HAS BEEN CONSUMING OIL AND THE OIL LIGHT COMES ON BEFORE I'M DUE FOR AN OIL CHANGE","quote_3_odi":"11162239","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED OIL TOO QUICKLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO CONSTANTLY ADD ENGINE OIL TO THE VEHICLE BETWEEN OIL CHANGES AND THE CHECK OIL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED OFTEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft brake pedal and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10915212","quote_1_text":"SOFT BRAKE PEDAL THAT CONTINUES DOWN TO FLOOR AFTER PRESSURE APPLIED ; ESPECIALLY WHEN ENGINE COLD OR WHEN ON AN INCLINE. FIRST BROUGHT TO SUBARU OF NEW BERN, N.C. ON AUGUST 8, 2016 WHERE THEY REPLACED BRAKE FLUID","quote_2_odi":"11503801","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that his wife used the parking brake to stop vehicle","quote_3_odi":"10538300","quote_3_text":"TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR 30K MAINTENANCE. WHEN I PICKED IT UP DEALER HAD CHANGED BRAKE FLUID (BRAKES HAD BEEN FUNCTIONING PERFECTLY PRIOR). WHEN LEAVING DEALER LOT BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AND I WENT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-seat-frame-failure","label":"Seat frame and bracket failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11440344","quote_1_text":"Front right side of driver’s seat has collapsed. Possibly due to a broken bracket or weld","quote_2_odi":"10926025","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SEAT WELD BROKE CAUSING LEFT SIDE OF SEAT FRAME TO COLLAPSE","quote_3_odi":"10889121","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE BOTTOM LEFT SIDE OF SEAT IS NOT SUPPORTED. BRACKET IS BROKEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11539303","quote_1_text":"We have come to learn that our 2011 Forester with 95,229 miles is now burning (internally) oil at an alarming rate. The car was making a funny noise so we had it towed to the dealership and they found it was low by 4.8 quarts of oil","quote_2_odi":"11181673","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS BURNING LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL. NO OIL LIGHT INDICATOR COMES ON TO WARN OF LOW ENGINE OIL. BURNS APPROXIMATELY 2 QUARTS PER 1000 MILES. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW","quote_3_odi":"10479777","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED CAR NEW 12/2010, DEALER TOLD ME IT USED SYN OIL AND ONLY NEEDED TO BE CHANGED EVERY 7500 MILES. 03/2011 THE CAR HAD 4300 MILES AND WHEN I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS NOT SHOWING ON THE DIPSTICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11467901","quote_1_text":"Driving a 2011 Subaru Forester, about 5mph in traffic on city street when car suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated at full gas and rammed into truck in front of me, with no pressure on the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"10522911","quote_2_text":"DRIVER (ADULT FEMALE) WAS BACKING UP TO PARK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. DRIVER LIFTED FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND HIT THE BRAKE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED EVEN MORE","quote_3_odi":"10428425","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN BRAKING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE. ON ONE OCCASION WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN OCCURRENCE OF ABNORMAL ACCELERATION AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FOUNDATION OF A BUILDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10892070","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU REGARDING MY FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG. THE NOTICE INCLUDED A NOTE THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS UNSAFE FOR USE UNTIL THE AIRBAG HAS BEEN REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11063366","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I ASKED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP IN SAN FRANCISCO TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIR, AND THERE IS A 9 TO 12 MONTHS WAIT LIST. THEY ARE BASICALLY REFUSING TO DO THE REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11479163","quote_3_text":"I have tried to get the recall on airbag replaced to no avail, just alot of lip service and never any follow-up on repair of air bag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-engine-fires","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11574868","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, and the vehicle began to fill with smoke, prompting her to immediately stop and exit the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11417991","quote_2_text":"As I drove into my driveway smoke started coming out of engine compartment. Behind and under vehicle was a massive leak of either oil or transmission fluid","quote_3_odi":"10604609","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON JUNE 10TH IN THE EVENING, THE CAR BEGAN TO BUCK AND KICK AND NOT RESPOND TO PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, AT ONE POINT STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND THEN SLOWED DOWN, PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTED THAT BLACK SMOKE AND FLAMES WERE SEEN COMING OUT FROM HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11674244","quote_1_text":"While turning the wheel to back out of a parking spot, we heard a loud clunking sound. From that point on, while braking there were loud clunking sounds and the car pulled to the right","quote_2_odi":"11537308","quote_2_text":"This 2011 Subaru Legacy would pull severely to the right when braking, nearly jerking the steering wheel out of the drivers hand","quote_3_odi":"11486094","quote_3_text":"The front subframe failed due to corrosion from the inside according to the service department","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-highway-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10461698","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60+ MPH THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SEVERE \"SWAY\" OR PULL FROM SIDE TO SIDE. THE SEVERITY OF THE SWAYING INCREASES WITH SPEED, THE DRIVER HAS TO \"FIGHT\" THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP THE VEHICLE CENTERED IN ITS LANE","quote_2_odi":"10396563","quote_2_text":"AT HIGHWAY CRUISING SPEEDS OF 60+ MPH, THE VEHICLE FEELS \"WOBBLY\". THE CAR FEELS AS THOUGH IT IS GETTING SWAYED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, EVEN ON GOOD ROAD IN GOOD CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"10450515","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME EXTREMELY HARD TO CONTROL WHEN DRIVING IN HEAVY WINDS OR WHEN A HEAVY VEHICLE WOULD PASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter stall on braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11220419","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS CAR ONE WEEK AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, AND WHILE IT TESTED FINE THE DAY I PURCHASED IT, DEPENDING ON HOW I COME TO A STOP AND HOW HARD THE BRAKE IS PRESSED, THE CAR STALLS","quote_2_odi":"10924704","quote_2_text":"MY 2011 SUBARY LEGACY 2.5I PREMIUM STALLS AT EVERY INTERSECTION WHILE BRAKING","quote_3_odi":"11165890","quote_3_text":"WHEN CAR IS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN IT STALLS AND DIES ON ME AND I HAVE TO PUT IT IN PARK AND START IT BACK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11182762","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10906731","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10894929","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I AM CONCERNED WITH DRIVING MY VEHICLE WITH THE TAKATA AIRBAGS INSTALLED. EVEN THOUGH THE AIRBAGS ARE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, I AM AFRAID THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAGS WOULD STILL AFFECT ME AS THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Recurring low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10935040","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHT BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT. THIS IS THE LOW BEAM. I'VE HAD THEM REPLACED 13 TIMES DURING OUR OWNERSHIP. THIS HAS BECOME EXORBITANTLY EXPENSIVE, WHAT CAN I DO?","quote_2_odi":"10775359","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH LOW BEAM BULBS SIX TIMES IN A YEAR. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 93,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"10597665","quote_3_text":"I AM IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING MY THIRD TOTAL SET OF LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE THE FIRST YEAR SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-sun-visor-control-arm-crack","label":"Sun visor control arm cracks and drops into line of sight","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10846371","quote_1_text":"DURING SLOW DRIVING OVER SPEED BUMPS OR HIGHWAY DRIVING OVER BRIDGE GAPS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WILL SUDDENLY AND SWIFTLY SWING DOWN INTO THE DRIVER'S LINE OF SIGHT. THE VISOR WILL NOT RETAIN ITS PROPERLY STOWED UP POSITION, AND CONTINUALLY DROOPS INTO THE LINE OF SIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10585395","quote_2_text":"ADD ME AS WELL TO THE LIST OF SUBARU DRIVERS WHOSE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE AND NO LONGER STAYED IN PLACE. THE CONTROL ARM ON THE VISOR CRACKED, RESULTING IN THE VISOR HANGING DOWN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER AND IMPAIRING VISIBILITY. WE WERE REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE VISOR","quote_3_odi":"10567566","quote_3_text":"ADD OUR NAMES TO THE LIST OF SUBARU DRIVERS WHOSE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE AND NO LONGER STAYED IN PLACE. THE CONTROL ARM ON THE VISOR CRACKED, RESULTING IN THE VISOR HANGING DOWN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER AND IMPAIRING VISIBILITY. WE WERE REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE VISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-clutch-pedal-firewall-weld","label":"Clutch pedal bracket spot welds separate from firewall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10891732","quote_1_text":"THE 2008-2014 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX AND STI HAVE A DESIGN FLAW WHERE THE PEDAL MOUNTING BOX IS SPOT-WELDED TO THE FIREWALL USING ONLY A HANDFUL OF TINY SPOT WELDS. THE FIREWALL ITSELF IS OF A WEAK DESIGN AND INHERENTLY HAS QUITE A BIT OF FLEX AND OVER TIME AND NORMAL USE THESE SPOT","quote_2_odi":"10562557","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDAL ON MY 2011 STI MAKES A LOUD CREAKING NOISE EVERY TIME IT'S DEPRESSED. WHEN I INVESTIGATED THE NOISE, I NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET ASSEMBLY (ATTACHED TO THE FORWARD FIREWALL) SHIFTS APPROX 1/4 INCH EVERY TIME THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. I","quote_3_odi":"10816933","quote_3_text":"2011 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX HATCH- MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER FAILURE-PRESSED CLUTCH TO THE FLOOR AND PUT IN FIRST GEAR. CLUTCH DID NOT RETURN AND STAYED TO FLOOR. HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE BOTTOM OF THE MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER. CAR WAS MOVING AND COULD NOT GET OUT OF GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delayed or parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10969402","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V358000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"11024719","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. AFTER INFORMING ME IN JULY 2016 THAT THE AIRBAG HAS BEEN RECALLED, SUBARU HAS STILL NOT REPAIRED THE DEFECT AND WILL NOT GIVE A TIMELINE ON WHEN THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE. I KNOW THAT OTHER PEOPLE WITH SUBARUS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GET THEIRS REPAIRED IN A TIMELY","quote_3_odi":"10936034","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I RECEIVED THIS MAILING IN JUNE 2016 AND HAVE NOT HEARD ANYMORE ABOUT THIS RECALL.WEST HERR SUBARU IN ORCHARD PARK NY SAID THEY HAVE ORDERED THE PARTS FOR MY CAR MONTHS AGO. I HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM WEST HERR SUBARU OR SUBARU THEMSELFES. I AM NOT SUPPOST TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11075801","quote_1_text":"WEARING MY SEAT BELT, I WAS DRIVING UP A HILL GOING 50 MPH AND REAR ENDED AN SUV IN FRONT OF ME AND SIDE SWIPED ANOTHER CAR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. BOTH FRONT TIRES BUSTED, HOOD SMASHED IN, BOTH HEAD LIGHT BROKEN OUT, WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID CONTAINER COMPLETELY ON GROUND, MOTOR","quote_2_odi":"10502123","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER WAS THE ONLY OCCUPANT IN MY VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING STRAIGHT THROUGH A CONTROLLED INTERSECTION. A VEHICLE APPROACHING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION ATTEMPTED TO TURN LEFT DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF ME, CAUSING THE COLLISION. MY VEHICLE STRUCK THE OTHER VEHICLE AT","quote_3_odi":"10473221","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER ON AN EXIT RAMP FROM THE INTERSTATE. THE HIT WAS FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK CAUSING THE DRIVER HEAD INJURY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Sunroof glass shatters or exits frame while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11685042","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the sunroof exploded without impact. The contact was able to pull over safely. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not","quote_2_odi":"10574650","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME TO BOULDER, CO FROM GOLDEN, I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT OVERHEAD AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED OUTWARD. THERE WAS NO ROAD DEBRIS OR ROCKS OR ANYTHING THAT MIGHT HAVE HIT IT. THE SUNSHADE WAS CLOSED, SO NO GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10550831","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME TO DENVER, CO FROM DURANGO, OUTSIDE OF BAYFIELD, WE HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT OVERHEAD AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED OUTWARD. THERE WAS NO OTHER TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD. THE SUNSHADE (?) WAS CLOSED, SO NO GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-engine-short-block-failure","label":"Engine short block replacement and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11192459","quote_1_text":"3 TIMES MY ENGINE HAS NEEDED A SHORT BLOCK REPLACEMENT. I HAVE BROUGHT CAR IN FOR ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND HAVE CHANGED THE OIL EVERY 3500-4000 MILES. THE FIRST ENGINE PROBLEM OCCURRED AT 26,250 MI. I NOTICED A KNOCKING SOUND AND BROUGHT TO SUBARU DEALER. DIAGNOSIS:","quote_2_odi":"10532760","quote_2_text":"ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10418166","quote_3_text":"1. WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STARTED TO SMOKE LIKE CRAZY, AND LOST POWER WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. 2. I HAD AN ENGINE FAILURE, ALMOST 75% OF THESE CARS ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE 3. BROUGHT IT IN FOR WORK AND THE DEALER MADE ME PAY FOR IT BECAUSE SUBARU DIDN'T WANT TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leaks or expels gasoline at filler","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11257127","quote_1_text":"THE GAS TANK IS SLOWLY LEAKING NEAR THE SEAM DUE TO CORROSION FROM SALT AND MOISTURE BEING CAUGHT UP IN THERE FROM THE SAME PLASTIC GAS TANK COVER WITH HOLES IN IT THAT CAUSED THE BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL. LEAKS WHEN IT IS OVER HALF FULL","quote_2_odi":"10935053","quote_2_text":"BEGINNING LAST WINTER, A STRANGE AND DANGEROUS PROBLEM STARTED WITH MY SUBARU. WHENEVER THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS COLD (BELOW FREEZING) AND THE GAS TANK IS THREE QUARTERS FULL OR MORE, THE GAS TANK LEAKS. IF THE CAR IS PARKED FOR A FEW HOURS OR MORE, THE GAS APPEARS AS A PUDDLE","quote_3_odi":"10615880","quote_3_text":"3 TIMES THIS MONTH HAD TO TAKE MY SUBARU TO DEALER BECAUSE MY CAR WAS NOT ACCEPTING GAS IN THE TANK. IT WOULD SQUIRT EVERY GALLON BACK AT ME EACH INCIDENT THAT THIS OCCURRED. I HAD TO SUFFER SEVERE EYE BURNS TWICE DUE TOO THE GASOLINE HITTING ME DIRECTLY IN THE FACE. THANK GOD A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11636357","quote_1_text":"Driving on [XXX] South, faint ticking started, then a louder tapping, and I immediately pulled off, luckily, off an exit ramp. AAA towed the Forester to a certified repair shop and the mechanic stated that the engine was blown","quote_2_odi":"11538924","quote_2_text":"There were no warning or indication lights the entire time we were driving. The engine seized without warning and there were never any leaks under the car indicating that I was losing oil","quote_3_odi":"11421378","quote_3_text":"Was down over 3 quarts of oil at around 7,000 miles. No oil warning indicator ever illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11088744","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11019179","quote_2_text":"SINCE MARCH, 2017 MY FORESTER BEGAN MAKING A GRINDING NOISE WHEN I FIRST STARTED THE CAR AND PRESSED THE CLUTCH IN TO REVERSE OUT OF THE GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"10504167","quote_3_text":"WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, 50+ MPH, ANY ATTEMPT TO QUICKLY ACCELERATE CAUSES THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT ALL THE WAY TO SECOND GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11203744","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V008000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10967258","quote_2_text":"I AM ADVISED, \"UNTIL THIS REPAIR IS PERFORMED, DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.\" HOW RIDICULOUS IS THAT????","quote_3_odi":"10984260","quote_3_text":"MY LOCAL SUBARU DEALERSHIP, DOWNTOWN SUBARU OF OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, HAS REFUSED TO PROVIDE EITHER SERVICE OR A LOANER VEHICLE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NHTSA'S MANDATED RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANUFACTURERS AND THEIR DEALERSHIPS FOR THIS RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11190869","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 1 MPH ENTERING A DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE OF A HOUSE","quote_2_odi":"10892782","quote_2_text":"AFTER HITTING A CURB PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT A LIGHTENING SPEED AND RACED AT INCREASING SPEED FORWARD KNOCKING OVER A BUSH AND CRASHING INTO A BRICK WALL OF A CHURCH BUILDING","quote_3_odi":"10533535","quote_3_text":"SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION: STEPPED ON BRAKE TO SLOW DOWN. INSTEAD ENGINE REVS INCREASED AND CAR SPED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and soft brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10726755","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL STIFFENED AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11337880","quote_2_text":"A STUCK BRAKE CALIPER PISTON EXTENDED FAR ENOUGH TO RELEASE BRAKE FLUID RESULTING IN COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10449990","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES THE PEDAL IS FIRM AND RESPONSIVE. SOMETIMES THE PEDAL GOES TOWARDS THE FLOOR BEFORE IT RESPONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission valve body and solenoid failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11130193","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (CURRY SUBARU, 3040 E MAIN STREET, CORTLAND, NY 10567) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTINUOUSLY","quote_2_odi":"11193666","quote_2_text":"HIT A BUMP AND DASHBOARD LIT UP WITH SENSOR LIGHTS. SUBARU REPAIR SHOP INSPECTED WITH CODES AND SAID I NEED A NEW VALVE BODY FOR $1700. THE WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR THIS ENDED JULY 2018, BUT I NEVER RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FROM SUBARU OR FROM MY SUBARU DEALER REGARDING THIS KNOWN","quote_3_odi":"11123449","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO STOHLMANS SUBARU (8435 LEESBURG PIKE, VIENNA, VIRGINIA) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10660224","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS DRIVEN TO A GROCERY STORE AND WAS PARKED FOR APPROX. 15 MINUTES. UPON STARTING THE CAR AND PLACING IT IN REVERSE, THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND THE POWER STEERING CEASED TO FUNCTION ACCOMPANIED BY AN EPAS WARNING LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11103726","quote_2_text":"DEALER ROAD TESTED VEHICLE AND NOTED: \"VERIFIED STEERING PULLING TO THE LEFT AND STEERING WHEEL PULLING. TECH FOLLOWED RECOMMENDED DIAGNOSTIC TREE. TECH FOUND (STEERING) GEARBOX CRACKED.\"","quote_3_odi":"11219492","quote_3_text":"PARTIAL LOSS OF ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING AFFECTING ABILITY TO STEER RIGHT. CAR NATURALLY PULLS TO THE LEFT (INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC) DUE TO POWER STEERING ASSIST BEING STRONGER THAT DIRECTION. DEALER INDICATES THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS ISSUE (CRACKED EPS GEAR BOX), SO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-passenger-airbag-ods","label":"Passenger airbag warning light from occupant detection fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11613051","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while a relative was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where a code reader determined that there was a defect with the front passenger’s","quote_2_odi":"10884469","quote_2_text":"SUBARU HAD A RECALL ON THE ODC (OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM) NHTSA 15V419000 FOR CARS PRODUCED FROM 4/2011 THROUGH 2/2012. MY CAR WAS PRODUCED IN MID MARCH 2012 - AND EXPERIENCED THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM AS THE RECALLED VEHICLES. THE ODC WOULD BE DEACTIVATED IF A PASSENGER WAS IN","quote_3_odi":"11634194","quote_3_text":"The front passenger seat airbag is faulty and is not able to correctly sense when a passenger is within the seat or not, which disables the airbags. This can be deadly to the passenger if in an accident. The issue seems to be in the ODS passenger seat mat that determines when","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10610591","quote_1_text":"OIL LIGHT CAME ON. SUBARU MANUAL SAYS TO CHANGE OIL EVERY 7,500 MILES. THEY USE SYNTHETIC OIL WHICH IS MORE EXPENSIVE. HAD TO FIND A DEALER WHO ADDED A QUART OF OIL. HAD THE 15,000 MILE SERVICE AND LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AT 18,000 AND AT 19,800","quote_2_odi":"10668509","quote_2_text":"OIL KEEPS RUNNING DRY BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE. IT HAS BEEN REQUIRING ABOUT 1 QUART EVERY 3,000 MILES. THIS HAS THE ABILITY FOR THE ENGINE TO RUN WITHOUT OIL AND SEIZE","quote_3_odi":"10745993","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR USE AT 28000 MILES. CHECKED OIL AT TIME OF PURCHASE AND IT WAS FULL. DROVE THE CAR FOR APPROXIMATELY 1200 MILES BEFORE A LOW OIL LIGHT CAME ON. SOUGHT THE HELP OF SUBARU AND GOT AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST. OIL LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AT 700 MILES BURNING 16.5 QUARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or loss of throttle response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10621897","quote_1_text":"UPON ENTERING A PARKING GARAGE AND PARKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL. I WAS DRIVING SLOWLY HAVING JUST MADE SEVERAL TURNS WITHIN THE GARAGE AND THEN ALIGNED, AS USUAL, WITH THE LINES TO PARK. THE CAR REVVED EXTREMELY HIGH AND TOOK OFF","quote_2_odi":"10894742","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION AFTER ENGAGING THE BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"11193113","quote_3_text":"LOST THROTTLE CONTROL ON THE HIGHWAY(THROTTLE DISCONNECTED?) DOING 60+MPH, CAR BEHIND ALMOST HIT ME. CODE SHOWS A FAULTY PEDAL POSITION ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-hvac-connector-overheating","label":"Heater blower connector overheating or melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11337149","quote_1_text":"ON THE HEATER CONTROLS, FOR THE FAN SPEED, THE CONNECTOR ON THE BACK CAUGHT FIRE, I WAS ABLE TO STOP IT IN TIME TO PREVENT ANY FURTHER DAMAGE. MY MOTHER IN LAW AND MY SON RIDE THAT CAR DAILY, COULD OF BEEN A DISASTER","quote_2_odi":"11633290","quote_2_text":"The AC unit suddenly shutoff and there was a burning smell while I was driving. It turns out that the connector on the back of the climate control unit had either drawn too much current, or the resistance was too high, and the connector had started burning","quote_3_odi":"10950329","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER STOPPED WORKING. THE CONTACT PULLED OUT THE PANEL WHERE THE SWITCH WAS LOCATED AND NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WAS BURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter failure causing stall at a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11133644","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 SUBARU LEGACY STALLS OUT WHEN I COME TO A STOP. IT DOES THIS RANDOMLY. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS AS IT CAN HAPPEN ANY TIME IN TRAFFIC. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS CAUSED BY A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER","quote_2_odi":"11267587","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"11528026","quote_3_text":"CVT transmission issues persist beyond the limited warranty extension that has now expired from Subaru. Vehicle RPMs regularly drop from 1000 to 500 when coming to a stop, causing engine to knock as it tries to stall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10967617","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V014000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11190035","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V008000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11452291","quote_3_text":"Contacting Subaru going on 4 years to get airbag recall completed. Subaru has Persistently promised to call back to set appointment BUT NEVER CALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal or side-impact crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11021630","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT IN THE REAR END OF THE CAR AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, BUT THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP DURING RUSH HOUR ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10955070","quote_2_text":"HIT HEAD ON DRIVING OUR 2012 SUBARU LEGACY BY A NISSAN MAXIMA BOTH TRAVELING OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS AT 40 MILES PER HOUR. ALL AIR BAGS IN OTHER VEHICLE WERE DEPLOYED WHILE NONE DEPLOYED IN THE SUBARU CONTRIBUTING TO EXTENSIVE IMPACT INJURIES, SEAL/LAP BELT INJURIES AND CLOSED HEAD","quote_3_odi":"10871954","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS PULLING OUT FROM A STOP SIGN AND TRAVELING AT 5 MPH WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 45-50 MPH WITH ENOUGH DAMAGE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR TOTAL LOSS AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or wheel seizure turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10491772","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO KEEP ALIGNED, CAUSING IT TO VEER FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD SEIZE","quote_2_odi":"11091439","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL NEARLY LOCKED - BECAME IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN. HAPPENED WHILE MAKING A VERY SLIGHT RIGHT TURN AT ABOUT 5MPH FROM A SMALL SIDE ROAD ONTO A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11186212","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. I WAS IN THE PARKING LOT AT WORK TRYING TO LEAVE AT THE END OF THE DAY. IT DROVE FINE OVER LUNCH AND THEN WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AT 5PM THE STEERING MADE A WHINING NOISE (TYPICAL, FROM MY UNDERSTANDING, OF A POWER STEERING FAILURE) AND WAS VERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-brake-system-failure","label":"Parking and service brake failures, parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11139453","quote_1_text":"BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL SUDDENLY INCREASED WHILE DRIVING ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE DEPRESSED ALMOST TO FLOOR FOR CAR TO BEGIN BRAKING. BRAKING IS NOT VERY EFFECTIVE. NO BRAKE FLUID LOSS EXPERIENCED AND BRAKE FLUID APPEARS CLEAR","quote_2_odi":"11195485","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE HAS FAILED AS DETERMINED BY THE MODESTO SUBARU DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSTIC. THEY RECOMMEND REPLACING THE EPB. I PAID $157.50 FOR THE DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY WANT ANOTHER $1250 TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11593722","quote_3_text":"The brake lines of my vehicle were corroded and started leaking brake fluid. The brakes no longer work and started failing when I was driving up a hill. Luckily there was no accident, however, not having functioning breaks is an obvious safety concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor drops or detaches from mount","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11474226","quote_1_text":"The driver side visor hangs in the face of the driver. It will not stay up against the window, so it blocks the drivers ability to see. The driver must take a hand off the steering wheel to hold it","quote_2_odi":"10714423","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DROPS DOWN. THE SWIVEL PIN THAT HOLDS IT IN PLACE CONSISTS OF A PLASTIC SLEEVE COVERING A METAL ROD. THE PLASTIC SLEEVE HAS BROKEN AND WILL NOT EXERT ENOUGH FORCE","quote_3_odi":"10543502","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS BEEN DROPPING DOWN FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS. TODAY AS I WAS PUSHING IT UP IT CAME OFF ENTIRELY. THE PIECE IT SLID OFF FROM LOOKS BROKEN. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-clutch-pedal-firewall-weld","label":"Clutch pedal bracket firewall weld failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10495971","quote_1_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDAL ON MY 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX MAKES A LOUD CREAKING NOISE EVERY TIME IT'S DEPRESSED. WHEN I INVESTIGATED THE NOISE, I NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET ASSEMBLY (ATTACHED TO THE FORWARD FIREWALL) SHIFTS APPROX 1/4 INCH EVERY TIME THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS","quote_2_odi":"10620926","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 WRX STI HATCHBACK IS MAKING A CREAKING/FLEXING/BENDING SOUND EVERY TIME I DEPRESS MY CLUTCH PEDAL. I STARTED TO NOTICE THIS ABOUT A MONTH AFTER I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE AND AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A NOISE ISSUE AND UPON FURTHER RESEARCH I NOTICED","quote_3_odi":"10510597","quote_3_text":"IT STARTS WITH A SQUEAKY PEDDLE THEN I NOTICED IT WAS HARD TO SHIFT TURNS OUT MY PEDDLES BROKEN AND MY FIREWALL IS CRACKED.ITS SO BAD I CAN'T SHIFT MY CAR SO IT SITS IN MY GARAGE UNDRIVEABLE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-engine-internal-failure","label":"Internal engine failure with oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10344766","quote_1_text":"BEFORE THE FAILURE WHITE SMOKE CAME OUT THE TAILPIPE AND THE ENGINE WAS HESITATING. PISTON #4 HAD A FAILED RINGLAND CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. TO CORRECT THE FAILURE THE ENGINE HAD TO BE TAKEN APART AT THE DEALER AND HAVE NEW PARTS INSTALLED. THE CAR WAS OUT","quote_2_odi":"10471168","quote_2_text":"ENGINE COMPLETELY SEIZED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING FROM THE CAR'S COMPUTER ENGINE SEIZURE WAS DUE TO ALL OF THE OIL LEAKING OUT OF THE ENGINE FROM THE OIL FILTER AREA. THIS WAS A SLOW LEAK OVER A 5 MONTH PERIOD. THE BIGGEST CONCERN HERE","quote_3_odi":"10328997","quote_3_text":"ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO COMPLETE LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE IN 2006 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX LIMITED SPORTWAGON. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall replacement part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10953734","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN INTERIM RECALL NOTICE MONTHS AGO AND THERE WAS NO TIME FRAME TO INDICATE WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE SUPPLIED TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED NO SPECIFIC TIME FRAME FOR WHEN THE PARTS WOULD","quote_2_odi":"10917964","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V358000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-passenger-airbag-disable","label":"Passenger air bag disabled or non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2013-10","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536026","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG ON MY 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA IS INTERMITTENTLY DISABLED, EVEN WITH A 125 POUND ADULT OCCUPYING THE SEAT. SHIFTING YOUR WEIGHT IN THE SEAT MAY ENABLE THE AIRBAG, BUT IT WILL USUALLY BECOME DISABLED AGAIN WHILE DRIVING. THIS SEEMS LIKE A","quote_2_odi":"10497933","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHETHER THE PASSENGER'S SEAT WAS OCCUPIED OR NOT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN","quote_3_odi":"10549489","quote_3_text":"I WAS GOING ON 60 AND CRASHED ON MEDIAN BY FRONT PART, AND FLIPPED OVER BY SIDE FROM REACTION OF CRASH. I WEIGHT 115 POUND AND 5'4''. I BROKE MY BONE EVEN THOUGH I WAS WEARING SEAT BELT. I HAD TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-brake-corrosion-failure","label":"Brake line and caliper corrosion failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10765154","quote_1_text":"THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE RUSTED OUT. THIS WAS ON THE METAL PIECE AT THE END OF THE HOSE. IT WAS LEAKING FLUID AT A HIGH RATE. BEFORE I KNEW THIS WAS THE ISSUE, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIKE CAME ON, SO I FILLED UP MY FLUID AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11311511","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOOR BOARD WITH THE BRAKES FAILURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND BECAME OF BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10870188","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS PURCHASED FROM A DEALER WHO PURCHASED THE CAR FROM NEW YORK AUCTION. AFTER PURCHASING AND REPLACING COMMON THINGS YOU WOULD AFTER BUYING A USED CAR, WE RECENTLY REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS, AND AFTER INSTALLING THE PADS, AND DRIVING THE CAR AROUND,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-fuel-pump-wiring-stall","label":"Fuel pump wiring failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11162299","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. CAR DIED WHEN STARTING. THE STARTER TURNED OVER AND THE ENGINE ENGAGED, BUT IMMEDIATELY DIED. THERE WAS NO FOREWARNING CONCERNING THE HEALTH OF THE ENGINE (I.E. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, NO ROUGH RIDING/ISSUES WITH GEARS). MY MECHANIC CHECKED INSIDE THE FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10787917","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO START. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE STARTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THERE WAS A SMELL OF FUEL FROM THE FUEL TANK","quote_3_odi":"11539134","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle and the vehicle was able to start. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-recall-scheduling-refusal","label":"Valve spring recall scheduling delays and dealer refusals","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11234061","quote_1_text":"MY SUBARU BRZ WAS RECALLED FOR VALVE SPRINGS. I DROPPED OFF MY SUBARU ON JUNE 24TH FOR THE REPAIR. I WAS TOLD IT WOULD TAKE A FEW DAYS BUT THE CAR WAS NOT READY FOR PICK UP UNTIL SATURDAY JULY 20TH","quote_2_odi":"11186054","quote_2_text":"I DROPPED MY CAR OFF AT COLONIAL SUBARU IN SOUTH CHESTERFIELD, VIRGINIA ON 2/16 TO HAVE THE NHTSA SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN # 18V-722 PERFORMED","quote_3_odi":"11180234","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU BRZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V772000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT CALLED DON MILLER SUBARU WEST AT 608-442-3200 (LOCATED AT 5822 ODANA RD, MADISON, WI 53719) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-direct-injector-noise","label":"Direct injector and fuel pump noise before the recall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10524667","quote_1_text":"I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS MAY OCCUR ON MY CAR AS WELL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE DEALER DIAGNOSED IT AS A MISFIRE IN ONE OF THE CYLINDER. DIRECT INJECTOR WENT BAD CAUSING DETONATION","quote_2_odi":"10659973","quote_2_text":"DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS AND STARTED HEARING SOMETHING THAT SOUNDED LIKE FIREWORKS UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. I IMMEDIATELY PARKED IT AND RESEARCHED. THE ISSUE APPEARED TO BE A FAILURE OF THE SEAL ON THE DIRECT INJECTOR FOR THE FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10596871","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE MAKES A \"CHIRPING\" FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM THAT WHICH SUBARU OF AMERICA CLAIMS YIELDS NO DANGER OR EFFECT TO THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-lighting-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in exterior lighting and window seals","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10525484","quote_1_text":"GASKETS AROUND DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS (INCLUDING STATIONARY TRIANGULAR PANES) AS WELL AS PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS DO NOT CREATE A GOOD SEAL AND ALLOW MOISTURE TO ENTER FROM OUTSIDE FROM THINGS SUCH AS RAIN OR REGULAR HAND WASHING","quote_2_odi":"11194288","quote_2_text":"TAILLIGHT CONDENSATION WHEN RAINING. KNOWN DEFECT, BUT COMPANY WILL NOT PAY FOR REPAIR. STATING OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY. MAY OCCLUDE LIGHTS WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10875697","quote_3_text":"REAR LIGHTS LEAK AND FILL WITH HALF INCH ATLEAST OF WATER, SUBARU'S IDEA OF A FIX IS LET IT EVAPORATE, IT TAKES WEEKS TO EVAPORATE AND IN THE MEAN TIME YOUR BRAKE LIGHTS ARE FOGGED UP MAKING THEM LESS EFFECTIVE AND DULLER, ALSO THE WATER CAN SHORT OUT THE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-homelink-mirror-mount","label":"HomeLink rearview mirror mount detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10611422","quote_1_text":"THE HOMELINK REAR VIEW MIRROR MOUNT FAILED AND THE MIRROR FELL ONTO THE CENTER CONSOLE, HITTING THE CENTER AIR VENTS AND DAMAGING THE MOLDING, ALSO HITTING THE SHIFT KNOB AND INTERFERING WITH SHIFT MANEUVERS","quote_2_odi":"10628172","quote_2_text":"THE HOMELINK MIRRORS IN THESE CARS HAVE BEEN A VERY BIG ISSUE. I HAVE BEEN IN FOR AT LEAST THREE REPAIRS WITHIN THE LAST YEAR. THE FIRST NIGHT I TOOK MY CAR HOME, THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR FELL OFF AND HIT THE DASH OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-post-recall-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure after valve spring recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11434598","quote_1_text":"BLOWN SHORT BLOCK / CRACKED CYLINDER HEAD, BROKEN CONNECTING ROD, $7000+ ESTIMATES FOR ENGINE REBUILD. MY BRZ STALLED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11309190","quote_2_text":"HAD FACTORY VALVE SPRING RECALL COMPLETED BY SUBARU. THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING AFTER THE VALVE SPRINGS WERE REPLACED. THE SUBARU DEALERSHIP SAYS THE CAR NEEDS AT A MINIMUM AN ENGINE SHORT BLOCK, HEADS AND VALVE WORK","quote_3_odi":"11329899","quote_3_text":"ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE HAD RECALL WORK PREFORMED AT 33,266 MILES AND FAILURE HAPPENED AT 35,915","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"rearview-mirror-detachment","label":"Rearview mirror detaching from windshield mount","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681923","quote_1_text":"WHEN TURNING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY, THE REAR VIEW MIRROR FELL OFF. STARTED SWINGING WILDLY UNTIL WE STOPPED IT","quote_2_odi":"10679634","quote_2_text":"THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR ON MY SUBARU FORESTER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I WAS NOT EVEN TOUCHING IT AT THE TIME. THE IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH THIS VEHICLE, THE FIRST TIME WITHIN 1 YEAR OF PURCHASE","quote_3_odi":"10531708","quote_3_text":"THE MIRROR ON MY CAR FELL OFF WHEN I WENT TO ADJUST IT. I CALLED THE DEALER AND ASKED HOW TO REATTACH IT, THE SERVICE CENTER WAS EVASIVE, I WAS ASKED TO BRING THE CAR IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"headlight-taillight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight and taillight bulb failure repeat replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11492886","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights and taillights became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the taillight light bulbs approximately 10 times","quote_2_odi":"11055843","quote_2_text":"SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE WE HAVE REPLACED THE DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT 6 TIMES. IN THIS SAME TIME PERIOD WE HAVE REPLACED THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT ONLY ONCE. THIS CONCERNS ME, AS IT MAKES ME THINK THERE IS A WIRING PROBLEM & A POSSIBILITY OF A MORE SEVERE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10681990","quote_3_text":"REAR TAIL LIGHTS CONSTANTLY HAVE MOISTURE IN THEM. THEY SAY THIS WILL EVAPORATE WHEN IT WARMS UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"engine-oil-consumption-and-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11395083","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL LEAKING FROM VALVE COVER SEALS AND CAM SHAFT SEALS. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 120K MILES. VEHICLE LEAKS APPROXIMATELY 2 QUART OF OIL EVERY 1000MILES. DEALER COST TO REPAIR IS OVER $2500","quote_2_odi":"11064585","quote_2_text":"SUBARU HAS 86K MILES ON IT. WE WERE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60MPH AND THE CAR STARTED MAKING A HORRIBLE CLACKING NOISE. THE CAR DIED. WE STARTED IT AGAIN, ALL THE LIGHTS WENT ON AND THE CAR DIED. IT HAD TO BE PUSHED OFF INTO A PARKING LOT","quote_3_odi":"11111527","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH IN BUMPER TO BUMPER TRAFFIC, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ALONG WITH OTHER UNKNOWN INDICATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND OBSERVED FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"air-bag-deployment-and-recall-parts","label":"Air bag non-deployment and Takata recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11707393","quote_1_text":"I had a family member driving an 2013 Subaru Forester all-wheel drive with a manual transition. The car had crash and rolled. The car at the most rolled twice and none of the air bags never deployed","quote_2_odi":"11430758","quote_2_text":"The side air bags did deploy but the front driver side air bag did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11193777","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU FORESTER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-speed-control","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11591102","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while idled in reverse with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated in reverse on its own, colliding with a deck, after which the vehicle shifted into drive and continued to accelerate on its own","quote_2_odi":"10490242","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED TO 30 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10538279","quote_3_text":"WHILE BACKING INTO A GARAGE THERE WAS A UNCONTROLABLE ACCELERATION CAUSING DAMAGE THE THE REAR END OF THE CAR AND ITEMS STORED IN THE GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"brake-pad-caliper-rotor-failure","label":"Brake pad, caliper, and rotor failure affecting braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11496800","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Subaru Forester had some noise (grinding) from the rear passenger side brake pad. I set up an appointment to have it inspected later that week. I then used my car to run an errand several days later. I was driving on the highway and found I had no brakes (brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11128426","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN HEARING A SLIGHT SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING. THE OTHER DAY IT WAS A HORRIFIC, LOUD SCREECHING NOISE! TOOK IT IN TO MECHANIC, MY CALIPER IS STUCK","quote_3_odi":"10659442","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED IN APRIL AND APPROVED, BUT BY OCTOBER OF THE SAME YEAR MY BRAKING SYSTEM WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND STUCK. MY MECHANIC SAID HE HAD NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"electric-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Electric power steering rack and gearbox failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11365915","quote_1_text":"WITHOUT WARNING AND WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. THE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT ONLY MORE DIFFICULT TO TURN NOW, BUT IT DOES NOT TURN SMOOTHLY OR CONSISTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11246042","quote_2_text":"2013 SUBARU IMPREZA HAS 67,000 MILES. STEERING PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN DRIVING AND THEN ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT WHEN STOPPED OR TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"11693438","quote_3_text":"A crack appeared in the area noted as the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Gear Box housing Assembly. The dealership said it was in fact dangerous as it could affect the steering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"cvt-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"CVT transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11297032","quote_1_text":"WHILE GOING 65 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THE CONTINUOUS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP, GAS PEDAL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE, AND THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11258726","quote_2_text":"DIAGNOSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REVEALS CODE P2764, WHICH INDICATES THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL VALVE BODY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A FAULTY SOLENOID","quote_3_odi":"11634396","quote_3_text":"Last month, my 2013 Subaru Impreza Sport with only 67k that I bought brand new had a blinking AT (Automatic Transmission) Oil Temp light and three other lights were lit on the panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"valve-spring-recall-repair-delays","label":"Valve spring recall repair delays and failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11171363","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA ID 18V-722) INVOLVING RISK OF VALVE SPRING FAILURE THAT COULD LEAD TO ENGINE STALLING AND RISK OF CRASH. CALLED OUR LOCAL SUBARU DEALERSHIP IN GOLDEN, CO TO HAVE THE ISSUE RESOLVED. WAS TOLD THAT THE EARLIEST THAT THEY COULD GET TO IT","quote_2_odi":"11222976","quote_2_text":"RECALL WORK TO REPLACE THE VALVE SPRINGS WAS PERFORMED MAY 13TH. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON MAY 14TH. LESS THAN 500 MILES AND ONE MONTH LATER IT THREW A PISTON ROD AND BLEW THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11207362","quote_3_text":"I INITIALLY CALLED MY LOCAL DEALER TO FIX THE RECALL (ENGINE VALVE MALFUNCTION) ON JANUARY 18, 2019. THEY SOONEST AVAILABLE DATE TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIR WAS TODAY, MAY 13, 2019 CITING A BACK ORDER ON PARTS. ALMOST 5 MONTHS LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stalling, power loss, and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11291332","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR BURNING OIL SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR. MY OIL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER EVERY 1000.00 MILES AND IT IS DOWN AT LEAST A QUART AND A HALF EACH TIME","quote_2_odi":"11501475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning","quote_3_odi":"11010706","quote_3_text":"VECHILE BURNING OIL AT A RATE OF A QUART EVERY 1500 MILES,SUBARU STATED THAT THIS IS NORMAL, MECHANICS TOLD ME THIS IS NOT NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"passenger-airbag-occupant-detection","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11436688","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag occupancy sensor in my care is broken and has been since I purchased this vehicle in 2016","quote_2_odi":"11278887","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DISABLED BECAUSE THE UNDER SEAT SENSOR IS FAULTY IN 2013 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE DEALER CHARGED ME $154.95 JUST TO READ THE CODE TO EXPLAIN THE FAULT","quote_3_odi":"11460611","quote_3_text":"Passenger side seat occupancy sensor failed to recognize the occupancy of the passenger seat. Sensor seams to have failed causing the airbag malfunction light to illuminate on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"ignition-key-stuck-wiring-fire","label":"Ignition key stuck in switch and wiring harness overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11315972","quote_1_text":"WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO PARK THE KEY CANNON BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. IT'S AN ONGOING INTERMITTENT PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11151071","quote_2_text":"THE WIRE HARNESS FOR THE BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH MELTED AND CREATED A DANGEROUS FIRE HAZARD. THE WIRE HARNESS AND BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH HAS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11474096","quote_3_text":"Upon placing the vehicle in park, the key will not be released from the ignition. This has happened intermittently for months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"brake-line-corrosion-failure","label":"Brake line corrosion and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11420816","quote_1_text":"Brake line is rusted at rear distribution block. We were driving the vehicle on a highway (~60mph). When the driver pressed the brake pedal, it did not respond and we had to pull the emergency brake","quote_2_odi":"11426457","quote_2_text":"my 1013 Subaru Impressa experienced a failure of the hydraulic braking system, exhibited by the brake warning light and loss of braking ability","quote_3_odi":"11755639","quote_3_text":"The brakes failed due to a leak in the brake lines (pedal to the floor). Location of the leak is just after a union on the passenger side rear (just in front of the rear tire)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10638419","quote_1_text":"LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL. AT 10,500 MILES, SAME THING HAPPENED. LIKE CLOCKWORK, EVERY 3,000 MILES THE LIGHT GOES ON AND I'M DOWN AT LEAST A QUART OF OIL. THIS HAS HAPPENED EVERY 3,000 MILES SINCE THEN. I'VE BEEN DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11024536","quote_2_text":"I AM ON MY THIRD ENGINE DUE TO THE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUES. I JUST HAD A THE THIRD ENGINE PUT IN AND THE LIGHT CAME ON AT 2300 MILES. I ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND THE CLUTCH. I AM STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH THE CLUTCH AS WELL. IT'S A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY 2.5L","quote_3_odi":"11583674","quote_3_text":"I want to add my report of oil loss in the hope a recall is made. I found out after purchase that 2012-2014 or 2015 has a known problem with piston rings. With normal local driving I need to top off the oil every couple of weeks. With longer trips, say a couple hours of driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-steering-wander-swerve","label":"Steering wander or swerve at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10524094","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWERVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_2_odi":"10544277","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WANDERED LEFT AND RIGHT. AN INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED, BUT NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE AND THE CONTACT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11089971","quote_3_text":"MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THERE WAS A RECALL ON OLDER LEGACY'S LIKE 2010-2012 ABOUT THE BRAKE LINES. HE WENT ON TO CHECK MY BRAKE LINES (WITH MY CAR ON A LIFT) AND SAW THEY WERE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND SWOLLEN. ALSO, FOR SOME REASON WHEN I'M DRIVING, MY CAR PULLS TO ONE SIDE OR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-electric-parking-brake-module","label":"Electric parking brake control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10937925","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKES- MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKES TO BECOME STUCK AND WILL NOT DISENGAGE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE IMMOBILE","quote_2_odi":"11220297","quote_2_text":"WE JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND 2 DAYS LATER THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND THE BRAKE ICON WAS BLINKING AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDNT WORK. A SUBARU DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT NEEDS THE PARKING BREAK ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL. I FIND THIS STRANGE AS THE CAR IS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD","quote_3_odi":"11244400","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS 2013 SUBARU LEGACY LIMITED ON JUNE 12,2019 AND A WEEK LATER THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK AND THE LIGHTS WERE ON THE DASHBOARD. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO A SUBARU DEALER IN WILMINGTON, NC AND WAS TOLD THAT IT NEEDED THE CONTROL PANEL FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure or stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11471437","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed. Began to make bad noises then failed to accelerate in an intersection. Was almost hit by another car. Dealer indicated that the Subaru transmissions were only lasting 90, 000 to 100,000 miles before requiring replacement. Contracted Subaru who said they had","quote_2_odi":"11341920","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON A BUSY INTERSTATE. MY CAR SUDDENLY JERKED AS IF I HAD PUT INTO NEUTRAL. I WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH. NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT TRYING TO GET OFF THE HIGHWAY. IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC MODE. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED TO A MECHANICS SHOP","quote_3_odi":"11396712","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED ON THIS SUBARU LEGACY AT 83874 MILES. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND THREE ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. THIS WAS COVERED UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AS THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE THREE COMPLAINTS / CONCERNS WHERE I BELIEVE THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11203514","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED ROMANO SUBARU AT 315-475-7933 (LOCATED AT 960 HIAWATHA BLVD W, SYRACUSE, NY 13204) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE","quote_2_odi":"11192673","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WE GOT A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU, RECALL TKB19, STATING THAT NO PASSENGERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO RIDE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT UNTIL THE REPAIR IS PERFORMED. HOWEVER, THE ONLY SUBARU IN THE RALEIGH AREA SAID THE EARLIEST THE REPAIR COULD BE DONE WAS IN AUGUST; I","quote_3_odi":"11186914","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10967479","quote_1_text":"ON 03/18/2017, I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN THE RED LIGHT, AND MY VEHICLE FAILED TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAGS. AS A RESULT I HIT MY HEAD ON THE WIDOW AND SUSTAINED VARIOUS INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11020004","quote_2_text":"CAR ACCIDENT THAT TOTALED CAR ON HIGHWAY WITH FRONT END COLLISION WITH GUARD RAIL AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ACCIDENT DUE TO RAINY WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"10894711","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-wheel-bearing-hub-lugnut","label":"Wheel bearing, hub, and lug nut failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11311734","quote_1_text":"RUMBLE NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT RIGHT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY NEEDED REPLACED. THIS COULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO FALL OFF","quote_2_odi":"11311736","quote_2_text":"RUMBLE NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT LEFT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY AND BRAKE BACKING PLATE NEEDED REPLACED. WITHOUT REPLACEMENT, WHEEL COULD FALL OFF","quote_3_odi":"11325667","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY SWITCHED TIRES FROM WINTER TO SUMMER TIRES. I BROUGHT IN MY SUBARU INTO THE FREMONT SUBARU SERVICE CENTER FOR SERVICE. I WANTED TO CHECK ALL THE NUTS HOLDING THE TIRE ON WERE PROPERLY TORQUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-ignition-key-stuck-park","label":"Ignition key stuck in park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11242865","quote_1_text":"THE KEY GETS STUCK WHEN YOU TURN OFF THE CAR. YOU HAVE TO TURN IT ON AND PUT IT IN GEAR AND TRY AGAIN. SONETIMES IT TAKES ONE TRY AND SOMETIMES UP TO 20. PLEASE HELP","quote_2_odi":"11730297","quote_2_text":"When the car is put in park the key will not come out of the ignition. Sometimes to be removed from ignition. Therefore the key will get stuck. The transmission has to be put back in drive and then back into park for the ignition system to recycle and release the key","quote_3_odi":"11323274","quote_3_text":"OUR SUBARU CROSSTREK RECENTLY HAD A SENSOR ISSUE CAUSING THE CAR TO THINK IT WASN'T IN PARK WHEN IT WAS IN FACT IN PARK. THIS CAUSED THE IGNITION TO NOT RELEASE THE KEY PROPERLY, WHICH MEANT YOU COULD NOT LEAVE THE CAR UNLESS YOU LEFT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION AND DIDN'T LOCK IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-valve-spring-stall","label":"Valve spring failure and engine stall (recall 18V772000)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11664303","quote_1_text":"THE ENGIN MALFUNCTIONED. MY SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS WAS AT RISK BECAUSE WHEN AN ENGIN FAILS WHILE DRIVING IT CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS CRASH. THE VALVE SPRING WHICH IS LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGIN OF THE VEHICLE DID FRACTURE WHICH RESULTED IN THE ENGIN STALLING WHILE DRIVING AND","quote_2_odi":"11208427","quote_2_text":"TOOK MY VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL SERVICE FOR THE ENGINE VALVE SPRING. AFTER THE SERVICE WAS COMPLETED AND WITH A LITTLE OVER A HUNDRED MILES DRIVEN SINCE THE SERVICE, MY ENGINE STOPPED WHILE AT A RED. AFTER RESTARTING THE CAR, MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON","quote_3_odi":"11180298","quote_3_text":"SUBARU SENT OUT A RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE RECALL # WTY-84 IN THE LETTER THEY STATE THAT THE ENGINE MAY STALL WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSING AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH. WHEN I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP THEY TOLD ME THE FIRST APPOINTMENT THEY HAVE TO RESOLVE THIS WAS ON FEB 12, 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11138856","quote_1_text":"THE OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILUMINATED. I STOPPED AND ADDED OIL. THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM WHICH IS CAUSING ME TO ADD A QUART OF OIL ONCE PER WEEK. THE DEALER HAS A FIX BUT ONLY FOR VEHICLES UNDER WARRANTY AND SINCE MY VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY, I'LL HAVE TO PAY OUT OF","quote_2_odi":"10714178","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 SUBARU CROSSTREK XV HAS BEEN BURNING OIL SINCE NEW. THE DEALER, AND SUBARU, HAVE DONE NOTHING TO HELP FIX THE ISSUE. CURRENTLY ITS BURNING A QUART OF OIL EVERY 2000-3500 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11258670","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE BURNS OIL TOO FAST. EVERY 800 TO 1000 MILES THE CAR REQUIRES 1OR 2 QUARTS OF OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and warning lights","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11466318","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure while driving on highway caused it to suddenly stalled. On restarting engine, car kept jerking and stopping, became undrivable. Only 46,700 miles on the clock. No warning lights, no warning of any kind","quote_2_odi":"11383589","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED, SOLENOID 2 FAIL, AFFECTS TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL, ABS, AND HILL START CONTROL. CAUSES TRANSMISSION TEMPTS TO OVERHEAT","quote_3_odi":"11265217","quote_3_text":"I WAS ACCELERATING WHILE MERGING ONTO A FREEWAY WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS SUDDENLY DROPPED AND THE CAR SLOWED WAY DOWN. FORTUNATELY, THE TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT, AND THE CARS BEHIND ME ON THE ON-RAMP AND ON THE FREEWAY WERE ABLE TO AVOID MY CAR AS I PULLED TO THE SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-axle-cv-joint-failure","label":"Front axle and CV joint failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11141717","quote_1_text":"65000 MILES JUST OVER THE WARRANTY I HAD TO REPLACE BOTH 2 AXELS AND 2 CV JOINTS AND $4000 LATER I AM TOLD WE HAVE TO NOW REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT STALLED OUT SLIPPED WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN ONTO A BUSY ROAD WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11071994","quote_2_text":"CV JOINT & FRONT AXEL I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT AXELS TWICE NOW IN MY CROSSTREK. ONCE AT 36K MILES AND AGAIN AT 59K. BOTH TIMES I DIAGNOSED THE ISSUE WHEN I HEARD A CLICKING NOISE ON SHARP TURNS","quote_3_odi":"10781349","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY, WITH ONLY 60,434 MILES (AND ACTUALLY A LITTLE BEFORE THIS), THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED ON MY 2013 CROSSTREK SUBARU. I WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS DUE TO BAD ROADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Air bag non-deployment or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11705923","quote_1_text":"I was t-boned on 11/7 on the driver side door of the car. My car is totaled and the airbags, knee and curtain did not deploy and I was hit almost dead on on the B pillar. Unknown if the problem has been reproduced by the dealer.My knee is still hurting from the accident and my","quote_2_odi":"10700854","quote_2_text":"INTERSECTION OF AIRPORT BLVD AND SCOTT ST. IN HOUSTON. BETWEEN 545 TO 6 PM WAS THE INCIDENT. WEATHER WAS PERFECT. BETWEEN 70 TO 75 DEGREES. BRIGHT AND CLEAR CONDITIONS. I WAS COMING FROM THE EAST SIDE OF AIRPORT BLVD TOWARDS THE SOUTH SIDE OF SCOTT","quote_3_odi":"11321873","quote_3_text":"HIT A RATHER LARGE BUMP, NO DAMAGE TO CAR. SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND SCRATCHED MY NECK PRETTY BAD. I FEEL THAT THE IMPACT OF THE BUMP DID NOT EVEN CLOSE TO JUSTIFY A DEPLOYMENT. I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"}]}