Worst 2017 Subaru Outback Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Wipers & Visibility
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Subaru Outback.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 380 | 5 | 1 | 32,691 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 205 | 2 | — | 39,680 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 44 | 2 | — | 26,564 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 42 | 1 | 1 | 29,790 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 27 | 7 | — | 22,290 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 26 | — | — | 56,392 mi | |
| Body Structure | 24 | 1 | — | 27,448 mi | |
| Brakes | 22 | 5 | — | 22,356 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | 2 | — | 19,863 mi | |
| Fuel System | 16 | 1 | — | 27,339 mi | |
| Airbags | 15 | 10 | 1 | 9,395 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 12 | 4 | — | 25,143 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 10 | 4 | — | 54,000 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 9 | 1 | — | 36,000 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | — | — | 26,367 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 6 | — | — | 52,000 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | 1 | — | 55,750 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 5 | 1 | — | 27,925 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 3 | — | 13,020 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Subaru Outback
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~49,018 vehicles.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly affecting air bag deployment.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Outback vehicles manufactured June 20, 2016, to June 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened attaching bolts for the front left and right brake calipers, wheel hubs, and the right stabilizer clamp.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
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2017 Subaru Outback — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Subaru Outback reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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