Worst 2019 Subaru Outback Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Wipers & Visibility
Visibility:Windshield
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Outback.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 352 | 1 | — | 16,704 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 326 | — | — | 11,503 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 59 | — | — | 28,834 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 37 | 4 | 1 | 14,801 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 35 | 1 | — | 4,286 mi | |
| Body Structure | 27 | 1 | — | 6,007 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 23 | 8 | — | 10,915 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 21 | 4 | — | 17,232 mi | |
| Fuel System | 21 | 3 | — | 9,166 mi | |
| Brakes | 20 | 7 | — | 13,261 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 15 | 1 | 1 | 27,432 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 14 | 3 | — | 19,125 mi | |
| Airbags | 12 | 5 | — | 6,925 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 11 | — | — | 14,338 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 10 | — | — | 39,618 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 10 | 1 | — | 25,167 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 10 | — | — | 14,516 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 8 | — | — | 33,417 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | 1 | — | 13,900 mi | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 5 | 2 | — | 5,794 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 2,950 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment:Bluetooth/Wifi | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Subaru Outback
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~366,282 vehicles.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.
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2019 Subaru Outback — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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