TOP 9 Most Common Subaru Outback Problems
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In this short video we will talk abouth the most common Subaru Outback problems. These problems are from 2009 onwards and cover the fourth, fifth, and sixth generations.
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00:00:00 - Short intro
00:00:28 - Ignition System Problems
00:01:44 - Unreliable Lineartronic CVT
00:02:57 - Excessive Oil Consumption
00:04:14 - Recurrent Battery Failures
00:05:50 - Brake Issues
00:07:03 - Cracked Windshields
00:08:11 - Steering Issues
00:09:09 - Headlights Problems
00:10:08 - Infotainment System Problems
00:11:25 - What Are The Worst Years For a Subaru Outback?
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Yes - these issues have existed - but many of these were very long ago. The fact this vid doesn’t try and discern which vehicles and which years and clumps everything together gives it a ‘hit piece’ feel to deter people from buying them. Suburu have high reliability ratings and maintain a 60% value of their original price after 5 years.
What problems r there for 2023 versions?
@@vindiaz2924 I own the 2021 Outback Touring XT with the 2.4L Turbo. Zero issues, very comfortable, programmable safety features, heated and cooled seats, over 500 miles on a tank for road trips and about 25mph mixed city/hwy driving responsibly. The 2023 is the same car with some cosmetic changes and a couple of new options: wireless phone charger, digital rear view mirror.
I have issues with the battery going dead. I was in the mountains of Kentucky and could have got killed.
@@jeanninesoltis4432wow while your driving ?!
@@Dallashygienist no. Stop at store then doesn’t start. In a 14 day span if I only take to short 15 minute trips I get stuck and need a jump.
I own a 2013 Outback, the “worst” model year. It is the best vehicle I have ever owned. A 10 year daily driver with 91,000 miles. Have had no problems at all. Plan on keeping it for many more years.
2015 wasn't any better. I'll never buy another.
Just got a 2015. First Subaru. I think it has battery issue and ignition issue.
I did buy an extended warranty so fee a little better that I paid 2,000 for 5 yrs as I have 119,000 on it. I’ve driven it 2,400 so far.
91k in 10 years...... that 9000 a year...... Talk more when you ACTUALLY DRIVE YOUR CAR.
I have 2 Outbacks. The 2011 my wife drives, has 110,000 miles on it and we have yet to invest one single dollar on that car with the exception of brakes and tires! Mine is a 2016 with nearly 90,000 miles on it, and I've yet to invest one single dollar on it, with the exception of a set of tires. No clue what this click-bait article is talking about? I also have 2 sons, 2 sisters, 1 brother-in-law, a nephew, and numerous friends that own Subarus, none of whom have had any problems with their cars.
Truly blessed!
yep 2013 outback, 170,000. just went into high consumption mode, 2 qts in 1200 miles, been at dealership for 2 months,no information on next move. replace low beam headlights every 6 months with expensive replacement bulbs and very difficult to reach sockets.
I just bought a 2023 Outback, I did buy the bumper-to-bumper for 6 years.
I'm considering the 23 right now, are there any big flaws or problems you have noticed with it?
Just brought home a 2010 Outback for $8500. Has 184K miles. Immaculate condition. One owner. Has all service records done from dealership. Wish me 🍀
I just bought a 2023 Outback. I've only had it for a month and so far no problems. My 2019 Outback had battery issues. The dealership put in a new battery but it too kept dying.
you should not have to buy a extended warranty they should stand behind there cars
The cracked windshield is definitely an issue. I had to replace two windshields on my 2012 forster. It costs about $1100 US because of the eye sight system.
2021 forster
One thing that wasn’t mentioned in this is the really bad rear view mirror placement in some of the outbacks of this generation. The mirror is placed so low that it impedes the view and it’s glued to the windshield so it cannot be moved from it’s fixed position.
Wait...I've owned my 2015 outback since 2015. We bought it off the truck. Had to wait for delivery. The issues we are seeing in the 2015 model haven't happened until recently from my experience. How can the 2020 and newer outbacks be better if they haven't been 'tested' by daily driving for the last 8 years like the 2015? There's no way to compare them!
I adore my 2015 outback, and even with the issues I've had lately (standard wear and tear plus maintenance stuff) I'd only trade it in for another outback. They are just reliable!
I love my 15 outback can’t seem to part with it still feels like a new car to me
Love mine 2015 / premium just bought her/ Pearl / it in November.
The only year people recommend avoiding is 2013, but that's only because it burns oil. I'm sure you'll be fine as long as you keep up with maintainance.
The cvt transmission is only bad if you really beat them. My buddy has a 14 forester thats built to the moon with a stock cvt and only now did the trans fail. And lets be honest, its a subaru. We know it drinks oil. Its not limited to outbacks. Just like the trans issue. Its subaru wide. And known issues we all have known about for YEARS.
We have two 2019 Outback’s that the batteries drain if you don’t drive everyday.
I would truly love to have an outback. But, oh my. Coming from a Honda, these issues are never heard! Engine oil consumption, windshield cracks, unreliable cvt, failing brakes!! and others... There goes the outback😥
Stick with Honda or Toyota. Subarus are CRAP!
What year and model you purchased, I am curious cause my son insisting to buy a 2012 Outback 2.5i premium one.....what's your opinion ?
I own a 2012 Subaru Outback with 130,000 miles. Had none of these issues. Just saying.
Don’t make the 2019 like they used to.
that’s good to hear because I purchase a 2012 in 2020 then started reading the head gasket horror stories!!!! So far so good however I did get a ScanGauge to keep an eye on the temperature (first Subaru and vehicle WITHOUT a temperature gauge) 😂
I'm shocked head gaskets wasn't on this video. People seem to think it only happens to incredibly old Subarus, but in reality I've seen the head gasket problems up till 2013.
2014-2015 Foresters still having head gasket failures. I had several in the shop the past year. All adult owned and maintained.
2010+ EJ 2.5L had Multi Layer Steel head gaskets and were not as prone to fail unless overheated
Yes, I was very surprised also, the 2011 Subaru outback has immense problems with head gaskets, I've had my heads rebuilt two times and it is overheating again and I just got it back from the mechanic, he is now telling me the head gaskets are blown again, when I got down there he was gone and I spoke to the mechanic that was troubleshooting my car and I asked him if he did a pressure test and if the head gaskets were bad and he said no, I'm getting ready to take them to court to get all of my money back, and I'm too embarrassed to say how much money, terrible people in this society!!!
My 2015 currently is so intermittently hesitates when accelerating and dealer can't find the problem. Cheap factory battery lasts only 2 years after we got the car. Brake seized a couple of times. All my Subarus (3) have problem with wheel bearings and need to be replaced once a lift time. Forester has an oil consumption problem and finally quits. Replaced it with a Toyota.
Have 2013-14 Outback Eyesight. You need to use very high quality engine oil. And you have no problem with oil consumption. Start consuming some oil when is time to do oil change. Simple. Perfect car. ❤
My boss replaced the cvt a year ago and now the dealer mechanics are reporting the same issue.
Good evening, we are carefully following your channel, which is why we are coming to you for your information. We must soon acquire a Subaru OUTBACK Engine: BOXER 2.0 D 4WD 150hp Lineartronic Registration: 10/2013. We would like to know if this is a purchase that leads us to disaster or we can go ahead with confidence, because despite everything the Outback apparently remains a popular model. Thank you in advance for your feedback and thank you for your very valuable video.
I have had 3 never a problem with any of them . However I had discussions with a senior person . I am in the uk the Subarus we buy here are built in Japan . It seems the Japanese built cars are built to a quality standard . Those built in the US are built down to a price . Perhaps that's the problem
Considering that the same parts are used, can we assume that these problems are also present in Forester models? 2 liter diesel engine is widely used for outback and forester in my country. I can ignore the ignition problems accordingly. 3.6 liter gasoline engine is common in the usa market, the cvt may not be able to withstand the torque and speed of this engine, we do not encounter cvt failures much here in 2 liter gasoline and diesel engines. The biggest problem for us is that the dpf filter fills up quickly and gets clogged. hence the contamination of the egr valve. If the dpf clogging is not taken under control, the reverse pressure in the engine can go up to breaking the crank. I don't know of anyone who has had steering and brake problems. maybe this is a special case of US factory productions. The Subarus in my country (Turkiye) is made in Japan. or different productions may be available according to country road conditions. because the roads here are like doing off-road on asphalt.
What is a DPF?
@@Dallashygienist Diesel Particulate Filter. It is an expensive part installed on the exhaust.
Just put 900 into my 2021 so not sure 21's are amazing either.
I was a victim of the battery drain. Sent back to dealer they claimed some consumer electronics left plunged in cause it. They fixed it. I sold it. Never again will I purchase a Subaru. Blame the customer 😡😤😠
We had 2 2019 that the batteries drained because I wasn’t driving everyday. Then you go somewhere and it won’t start. Can be very dangerous to get stuck somewhere at night. Plus the radio was going out when I was in the mountains. I just thought the XM was acting goofy because of mountains. Here it was the battery. It was only a couple years old. I have a 2019 mustang I drive only in the summer never have to jump.
My Outback has the bad radio screen. They blamed me and said I "abused it" I can understand a manufacturer making mistakes. An arrogant dealer & the Subaru of America clowns is what I can't understand. My next car will not be Subaru!
ADD WHAT ARE THE "GENERATION" YEARS....THX
Own a 2016 outback 156000 and no problems
Have you done any maintenance on cvt, like changing the fluid? I own a 2016 outback at 88k miles.
Hi advise me I want to purchase a a used 2017 outback kindly advise?
The Outback is a great compact SUV and it totally is worth its price. The weak point of the SUV is the OEM battery. It drains too quickly. Also, watch for lineatronic CVT transmission, did the previous owner change regularly the oil in it...
Hell yeah! Jus brought my 2010 Outback today! 186K miles, immaculate condition, one owner, all maintenance done at dealership $8500. Wish me 🍀
@@815donalduckhow is it holding up months later? I just bought a 2011 last month 187,000 miles. Runs perfect so far. 🤞🏽
P420 is not always the result of an ignition problem and has absolutely nothing to do with an ignition switch. Also Subaru extended the CVT warranty on said cars. You want to talk about un reliable CVT, Nissan aka JATCO. Subaru only brake issue is parking brake and that warranty to 15 years and unlimited mileage. only the 10-12 models had headlight issues due to the autlights being overly sensitive. The dealer replaced them free of change for the first 10 years
Subaru is JATCO! The only reason Subaru extended the cvt warranty is because they lost a class action lawsuit and the judge required Subaru to extend the warranty. Subaru wasn’t being nice. I had a 2016 Forester with an cvt that failed at 65k miles and Subaru told me to F off.
@@Moistnmeaty90 uh no, JATCO is owned by Nissan and they do not make ANY CVT for Subaru. Subaru makes their Linertronic CVT in house.. Might want to do your own research. The former E4AT and E4AT were made by JATCO and were very reliable overall.
In January 1970, Nissan established a joint venture with Toyo Kogyo (Mazda) and Ford Motor Company named Japan Automatic Transmission Co., Ltd. This company changed its name to JATCO Corporation in October 1989. Nissan spun off its AT/CVT (automatic transmission/continuously variable transmission) development divisions and its Fuji manufacturing plant into a subsidiary called TransTechnology, Ltd. in June 1999.[3] Four months later, TransTechnology Ltd and JATCO Corporation merged to form JATCO TransTechnology Ltd.
In October 2001, as part of its restructuring, Mitsubishi Motors agreed to merge its transmission division with Jatco TransTechnology Ltd.[4][5] Mitsubishi spun off its AT/CVT (automatic transmission/continuously variable transmission) division into a new subsidiary called Diamondmatic Co., Ltd. in April 2002. In April 2003, JATCO Ltd. merged with Diamondmatic Co., Ltd. JATCO TransTechnology Ltd changed its name to JATCO Ltd in April 2002. Nissan and Mitsubishi equity holdings in JATCO after the share exchange stood at 82% and 18%, respectively.
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Does the cvt require maintenance?
Change the oil after 60k
. Subaru has a 100k warranty on cvt, and they will void the warranty if you change the fluid.
Dealer should do that
I'm I'@@thomashunter5645
Where do I start…2 catalytic converters..new engine..parasitic battery drain, leaking sunroof..headlight issue..did I tell you I need my third catalytic converter.
Субару аутбек 2012 года была проблема по первому кислородному датчику, потом прокладки под головкой но это заводской брак а так нет проблем . Коробка механическая 6 передач ✌️✌️✌️🇷🇺
Watched one of these burn up yesterday.
Was it hit by a Ford ????😂
After having 7 brand new Honda's, I tried a Subaru. A massive P.O.S. in so many ways.
no suv is 100% safe, however, this the safest suv that to the low-mounted boxer engine🙂
Great. This means I'm screwed 🤦🏽
Issue is a favorite word in this video. Try again.
😠 Now you tell me!?! I'm so screwed 😔
Mine just hit 200k
#1 The people who drive them
Subaru propaganda! I own a 15 outback with a Couple hundred thousand miles ,everything works perfect! no issues, Great cars.
I own a 2010 Outback almost 250,000 miles now and I drive it an hour every day about 50-60 miles no issues depending on how you maintain it
My ‘13 6 cylinder was fairly good with no problems. The ‘15 6 cylinder was plagued with chronic electrical problems. Dumped it two years later. Never again. And with all the black cladding, the latest Outback is a serious eye-sore.
Sounds like better off with Chevy Toyota Honda
Obviously and American car manufacturer pays you for this crap. Subaru is one of the most dependable cars on the market not to mention , has the best CVT trans in the industry. I own a Subaru and this video is and attempt to destroy Subaru good reputation of supplying safe and dependable automobiles to the public. Thank You
Remember these are common issues with some years but do not necessarily apply to every vehicle. You may have been lucky to have not have experienced any of these problems with your Subaru, that doesn’t mean they don’t exist. It’s important for people to be informed so they can do more research and throughly inspect the car they’re hoping to purchase. I still love Subarus despite the potential for issues.
Every manufacturer has a problem at sometime. Your singling out a well respected , dependable automobile that serve many users well. Make a video on a manufacturer that really has issues. Maybe GM
This video is a load of incorrect information, the first of which is the P0420 code definition (Catalyst insufficiency). Subaru will also replace the short block on the FB- series engines with a consumption of 12 ounces of oil in 1200 miles, much less than 1 quart (32 ounces) in 1000 miles. It's a hit piece.
Source? I had a 2016 Forester that consumed a quart of oil every 1200 miles and was told it is “normal.” I was told it would have to use more than a quart per 1200 miles for a new engine to be installed.
These CZcams videos be like: Don’t buy Subaru, Toyota or Honda. Everyone: Why? Video: Cuz the tires wear down. 🤡
i am beginning to think subaru just sucks
Subaru's probably suck to the owners who pound their vehicles and at the same time neglect maintenance aspects.
@@humbolt45 true
Bought a new outback back in 2015 and since then numerous times replaced batteries because of the constant failures. I'm carrying a car jump starter for those scary/embarrassing situations when a car won't start. Also, have excessive oil consumption. Keep away from Subaru!!! Find something more reliable.
They definitely come with weak batteries. My purchased new 2017 Outback battery died at around 2 years and nine months.
I have a 2015 Outback also bought new, 2 months later replaced whimpy original group 35 battery with a group 24 AC Delco that has twice the reserve capacity. Problem solved
Subaru 2016 model
Replaced battery 4 times till now !
Had around 5-6 issues listed in the description.
Many of these issues do not seem to be a problem with the Subarus we get in the UK. All ours are Japanese made.
I am about to take delivery of my third one. I have had a 2005, a 2019 and now a 2023. The 2005 had 190,000 miles, sold 8 years ago, and I still see it in the village driving around.
I did have a broken wire in the tailgate in the 2005, and the headlight bulbs did not last long.
I also had to replace my front disks on the 2017 one, at about 15,000 miles. They were heavily scored.
But otherwise, as good as gold.
@@robbrownfield7677 Indiana built outbacks are very robust Japanese, built, motors and transmissions, very reliable cars. Don’t believe the propaganda.
This video is a joke and should not be taken seriously. Whomever created it knows very little about cars.
A joke? This is literally the most common issues I see on Subaru’s in my shop.
Seems to me this video is designed to slam Subarus .. you make a video of any manufacturer’s product and highlight their short coming. Rubbish video.
HEAD GASKET !!! POOR ENGINEERING !!!
ralph
Long time ago
Too many issues 🤔
On my Subaru Outback 2015 3.6 EyeSigh will drive by itself and follow the road(Also brake and accelerate and drive around other slower cars!)...most of the time...of course, you watch and, well sometime YOU go to do the driving or you'll end up in the ditch! Still, it is surprising good and impressive, after seven years! Probem? Well, it tend to will jerk forward...So make sure you wont hit something forward!
The best years are 2020 and 2021 because the cars are not old enough yet