Worst 2023 Subaru Outback Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Wipers & Visibility
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Subaru Outback.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 16 | 1 | 1 | 8,175 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 15 | 3 | 1 | 800 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 6 | 3 | — | 268,000 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2023 Subaru Outback
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~100,141 vehicles.
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
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2023 Subaru Outback — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Subaru Outback reliable?
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Does the 2023 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2023 Subaru Outback?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Outback reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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