Subaru Outback: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 108 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2010–2025 (16) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | outback-2025-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact damage | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 6 | 2024-12 → 2026-02 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof and moonroof glass shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 2025-07 → 2026-07 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-infotainment-popup-ads | Infotainment pop-up ads during driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 | 2025-11 → 2026-06 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-fca-false-activation | Forward collision avoidance false activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE | 14 | 2024-11 → 2026-06 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-airbag-status-light-fail | Passenger airbag status light failing for light occupants | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2025-02 → 2026-08 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-power-steering-loss | Power steering loss after electrical system failure | STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS | 3 | 2025-10 → 2026-05 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | outback-2025-engine-fire | Engine compartment fire following engine failure | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | 2026-06 → 2026-08 | 74 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-windshield-cracking | Windshield spontaneous cracking and fracturing | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 20 | 2023-05 → 2026-08 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-siriusxm-popup-ads | SiriusXM pop-up ads blocking infotainment screen while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 | 2025-11 → 2026-06 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-airbag-ods-failure | Passenger airbag occupant detection system deactivation | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2024-01 → 2026-06 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-cvt-shudder-jerk | CVT shudder and jerking on deceleration or at speed | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2024-03 → 2026-05 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-aebs-phantom-braking | Automatic emergency braking unintended activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 8 | 2024-01 → 2026-03 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-battery-drain-failure | 12V battery premature drain and no-start condition | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2025-08 → 2026-08 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | outback-2024-sunroof-explosion | Sunroof and moonroof glass spontaneous shattering | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 4 | 2023-05 → 2024-10 | 96 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-eyesight-phantom-braking | EyeSight phantom braking events | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 16 | 2023-03 → 2026-08 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 17 | 2022-11 → 2025-05 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-eyesight-system-disabling | EyeSight system intermittent self-disabling | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 7 | 2023-03 → 2024-05 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 | 2023-03 → 2024-02 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-starlink-failure | Starlink/SOS connectivity and software failures | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 | 2022-10 → 2025-11 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration events | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 5 | 2023-01 → 2026-04 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | outback-2023-headlight-shadows | Low-beam headlight shadow artifacts and visibility | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2022-12 → 2023-09 | 87 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without visible impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 123 | 2023-05 → 2026-07 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-transmission-hesitation | Delayed acceleration and jerking from transmission | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2025-01 → 2026-08 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-engine-knock-power-loss | Engine knocking with loss of motive power | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 3 | 2025-08 → 2026-01 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-stall-dead-battery | Stalling and dead battery with auto start-stop | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 | 2023-06 → 2026-07 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-infotainment-reboot | Infotainment screen reboot disabling EyeSight | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE | 8 | 2023-08 → 2026-05 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-lower-oil-pan-leak | Oil leak from lower oil pan | ENGINE | 3 | 2023-10 → 2026-04 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2022 | outback-2022-eyesight-braking-no-obstacle | Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 2024-07 → 2025-10 | 459 | 2026-08-13 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-windshield-spontaneous-crack | Spontaneous windshield cracking | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 75 | 2021-10 → 2024-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-battery-drain-no-start | Battery drain and no-start condition | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 26 | 2021-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-thermo-control-valve-failure | Thermo control valve failure | ENGINE | 13 | 2022-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-sunroof-glass-shatter | Sunroof glass shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2021-12 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-infotainment-reboot | Infotainment screen blackout and reboot | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 19 | 2021-10 → 2023-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable | Air bag recall parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 11 | 2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2021 | outback-2021-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration at low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 10 | 2022-04 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total) | 290 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 48 | 2022-09 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-airbag-recall-srs | Air bag recall parts and SRS faults | AIR BAGS | 13 | 2024-08 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-cvt-transmission | CVT and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 13 | 2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-battery-drain-stall | Battery drain and stalling | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 | 2024-07 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-thermo-control-valve | Thermo control valve and EyeSight shutdown | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 | 2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-power-liftgate | Power liftgate closing unexpectedly | STRUCTURE | 3 | 2025-03 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | outback-2020-side-mirror-detachment | Exterior mirror detachment | VISIBILITY | 2 | 2024-11 → 2025-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total) | 889 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | outback-2019-parasitic-battery-drain | Parasitic battery drain leaving vehicle dead | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 51 | 2023-10 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total) | 1025 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | outback-2019-infotainment-delamination | Infotainment head unit delamination and ghost touches | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 46 | 2023-10 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total) | 1025 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | outback-2019-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 34 | 2023-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total) | 1025 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | outback-2019-cam-carrier-oil-leak | Cam carrier oil leak | ENGINE | 8 | 2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total) | 1025 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | outback-2019-unintended-acceleration-rollaway | Unintended acceleration and rollaway | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total) | 1025 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-touchscreen-delamination | Infotainment touchscreen delamination and ghost touches | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 48 | 2022-08 → 2026-07 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-rearview-camera-image-loss | Rearview camera image loss with head unit failure | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 12 | 2022-12 → 2025-07 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-battery-drain-while-parked | Battery drain while parked | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 30 | 2022-04 → 2024-09 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 27 | 2022-04 → 2026-06 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering | Sunroof glass shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2023-12 → 2026-03 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-low-speed-sudden-acceleration | Sudden acceleration during low-speed braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 15 | 2022-08 → 2026-04 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2018 | outback-2018-loss-of-power-while-driving | Loss of engine and electrical power while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 6 | 2022-07 → 2026-01 | 806 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-battery-drain-electrical | Battery drain from electrical system or DCM | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 78 | 2022-05 → 2026-01 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-windshield-spontaneous-crack | Windshield spontaneous cracking | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 24 | 2022-06 → 2025-11 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 | 2022-08 → 2026-04 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-key-stuck-in-ignition | Key will not release from ignition | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 | 2022-08 → 2026-05 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-cam-carrier-oil-leak | Cam carrier or valve cover oil leak | ENGINE | 7 | 2023-03 → 2025-03 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-airbag-non-deployment | Airbags fail to deploy in crash | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2023-11 → 2026-04 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-sunroof-moonroof-explosion | Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering | STRUCTURE | 3 | 2023-01 → 2025-12 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2017 | outback-2017-transmission-slipping-failure | Transmission slipping or failure | POWER TRAIN | 6 | 2022-08 → 2025-08 | 915 | 2026-07-06 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-battery-parasitic-drain | Parasitic battery drain and repeated battery replacement | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 83 | 2021-07 → 2026-04 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-exhaust-bellows-cracking | Front exhaust pipe bellows cracking with cabin exhaust odor | ENGINE | 23 | 2022-01 → 2026-07 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-key-stuck-ignition | Ignition key stuck due to select lever park switch | POWER TRAIN | 18 | 2021-07 → 2026-06 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 18 | 2021-09 → 2025-12 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-cvt-failure | CVT failure and loss of propulsion | POWER TRAIN | 6 | 2021-08 → 2026-06 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration at low speed | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 9 | 2021-09 → 2025-09 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-cam-carrier-oil-leak | Cam carrier oil leak | ENGINE | 7 | 2022-05 → 2026-04 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2016 | outback-2016-child-lock-stuck | Rear door child safety lock stuck engaged | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2021-11 → 2024-08 | 639 | 2026-08-10 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-battery-drain | Battery drain and repeated no-start | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 69 | 2020-04 → 2025-07 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 22 | 2020-03 → 2026-03 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-exhaust-bellows-crack | Exhaust pipe and bellows cracking with cabin fumes | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 | 2020-07 → 2026-06 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof glass shattering while driving | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 6 | 2022-10 → 2025-01 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration while braking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 15 | 2020-03 → 2026-01 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-clock-spring-horn | Clock spring failure with inoperative horn | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS | 13 | 2020-10 → 2026-07 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-cvt-failure | CVT failure and loss of drive | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 2020-08 → 2024-12 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2015 | outback-2015-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption and leaks | ENGINE | 7 | 2020-06 → 2023-12 | 506 | 2026-08-12 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption between changes | ENGINE | 20 | 2014-07 → 2022-11 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-acceleration-hesitation | Delayed throttle response accelerating from a stop | POWER TRAIN | 18 | 2014-09 → 2020-05 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-parking-brake-malfunction | Electronic parking brake actuator malfunction | SERVICE BRAKES | 11 | 2014-05 → 2022-01 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-backup-camera-moisture | Backup camera failure from moisture intrusion | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2018-07 → 2024-08 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-takata-recall-delay | Takata airbag recall notification and repair delay | AIR BAGS | 14 | 2017-08 → 2020-02 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor | Passenger airbag occupant sensor false activation | AIR BAGS | 9 | 2014-09 → 2023-01 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2014 | outback-2014-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration without accelerator input | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 | 2015-03 → 2022-08 | 208 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 18 | 2016-09 → 2024-07 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter | Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 | 2018-01 → 2023-01 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-exterior-lighting-failure | Exterior headlight and taillight bulb failure | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 | 2017-03 → 2019-12 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-parking-brake-malfunction | Parking brake malfunction and warning light activation | PARKING BRAKE | 4 | 2019-02 → 2024-09 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-cvt-transmission-stall | CVT transmission failure and stalling | POWER TRAIN | 46 | 2017-01 → 2026-01 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | outback-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay | Takata airbag recall part and repair delays | AIR BAGS | 24 | 2017-08 → 2023-01 | 296 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2012 | outback-2012-head-gasket-overheat | Head gasket failure and engine overheating | ENGINE | 7 | 2018-06 → 2022-02 | 292 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2012 | outback-2012-torque-converter-stall | Torque converter shudder and stall when coming to a stop | POWER TRAIN | 91 | 2017-06 → 2024-12 | 292 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2012 | outback-2012-brake-line-corrosion | Brake line corrosion causing brake fluid leak or failure | SERVICE BRAKES | 26 | 2018-09 → 2026-08 | 292 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2012 | outback-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay | Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 17 | 2017-06 → 2019-05 | 292 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2012 | outback-2012-headlight-bulb-burnout | Headlight bulbs burning out repeatedly | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2017-07 → 2024-10 | 292 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-brake-line-corrosion | Rear brake line corrosion and brake loss | SERVICE BRAKES | 26 | 2019-10 → 2025-08 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-front-subframe-corrosion | Front subframe corrosion and fracture | SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE | 10 | 2022-07 → 2025-01 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-head-gasket-coolant-leak | Head gasket failure and coolant/oil leaks | ENGINE | 16 | 2019-10 → 2026-05 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-torque-converter-stall | Torque converter/CVT stall or shudder when stopping | POWER TRAIN | 56 | 2019-07 → 2025-10 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-headlight-bulb-burnout | Low-beam headlight bulb burnout | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2019-10 → 2021-01 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | outback-2011-takata-airbag-recall | Takata air bag recall service issues | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2019-11 → 2024-12 | 651 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-headlight-failure | Low-beam headlight failure requiring repeat bulb replacement | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 12 | 2016-11 → 2022-12 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-subframe-corrosion | Front subframe corrosion causing structural failure | SUSPENSION | 11 | 2017-03 → 2025-01 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-torque-converter-stall | Torque converter failure causing engine stall while braking | POWER TRAIN | 71 | 2016-05 → 2025-06 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-brake-line-corrosion | Rear brake line junction corrosion causing brake failure | SERVICE BRAKES | 17 | 2016-09 → 2025-09 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-takata-airbag-recall | Takata airbag recall parts availability and repair delays | AIR BAGS | 20 | 2016-07 → 2024-07 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | outback-2010-head-gasket-coolant-leak | Head gasket failure with coolant and oil intermixing | ENGINE | 6 | 2016-12 → 2024-09 | 360 | 2026-09-03 |
Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Subaru Outback [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru/outback
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_subaru_outback_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Subaru Outback},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru/outback}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}hub · known-issues · methodology · license · research (interpretation)