2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

4 recalls, 543 complaints - 356 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.

118,723 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

95,830 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh... Read more

Consequence

An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

42 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Defect Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).

Consequence

A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.

15 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

543 total complaints 23 crashes 8 fires 13 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
VISIBILITY/WIPER	134
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	60
ENGINE	48
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	44
POWER TRAIN	30
STEERING	26
SERVICE BRAKES	23
STRUCTURE:BODY	18
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	17
AIR BAGS	15

Incident date: Jun 19, 2026

On May 19th 2026 around noon time, while we (me and my wife passenger) were driving my 2022 Subaru Outback Touring (2.5L, non-turbo) in active congested traffic on our way to airport, the engine shut off as expected by the Auto Start-Stop system when I came to a stop. When I released the brake pedal... Read more

Incident date: Jun 19, 2026

Incident date: May 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle then failed to accelerate or drive forward. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine revved excessively to approximately 7,000 RPM, but the vehicle failed... Read more

Incident date: Jun 19, 2026

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

On June 15th 2026, I was at a red light and the Auto Start-Stop feature shut off the engine. When light turned green, my car lost power and started rolling downhill. During this rolling downhill, the brakes stopped working, I was unable to engage parking brake, and I wasn't able to do anything excep... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

Incident date: Jan 1, 2022

In 2025 I bought this vehicle used at a dealership with 84,000 miles on it. A year later, it’s at 118,000 miles and needs a new engine. Due to coolant leaking into my cylinders and into my engine and mixing with oil and water in my oil pan. The issue it is having is directly caused my ford and the... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2022

was driving my vehicle on heavily traveled road June 3rd , 2026 when suddenly TC light and "service power steering drive with care "came on . Steering wheel became very stiff and hard to turn. Luckily I was able to pull into a parking lot and avoided an accident. I then turned off the vehicle and ... Read more

Incident date: May 22, 2026

The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a head-on collision with another vehicle that was traveling towards the contact's vehicle at approximately 50 MPH. The contact stated that during the impact, the steering ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: May 22, 2026

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: May 31, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the trailer lights flashed intermittently while the vehicle is turned off. Additionally, the contact stated while driving with a trailer hitched to the vehicle, the messages "Trailer Disconnected" and "Trailer Connected" were intermitt... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it remains, where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump failure. The vehicle was ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 1969

No power steering hard to turn left and right

Incident date: May 20, 2026

The molded in color hardtops are bad on these Ford Bronco’s. I wanted to report it because mine started cracking, fading, delaminating, and leaking after the vehicle was only 3 months old. They are very defective. Ford warranty replaced mine after a full year of me going back and forth to the deal... Read more

Incident date: May 17, 2026

Recently I have noticed, in my 2017 Ford Edge SEL, that my coolant level in reservoir has been low a few times with no puddling anywhere under car. I have read that this is a known issue with this vehicle that has the 2.0L ECOBOOST engine. What can be done about this? From what I have been reading,... Read more

Incident date: May 17, 2026

After highway driving for 50 miles, stopped for a red light. Engine died but all lights stayed on. Sat 5 minutes with dead engine and when I tried again, the car started. Drove 1 mile to next light and it happened again. Went to Auto Zone (it was a Sunday and dealerships were closed) and they tested... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

The camera for these sensors has gone out and it appears to be an extremely common issue. It makes all safety features un-usable.

Incident date: Jan 14, 2026

All fuel injectors need replaced due to a known Honda cr-v issue. Error code went off. Mechanic did a test and said there is a known issue with Honda having fuel injector issues and it's all over the Internet. I take care of my car. These should be on recall.

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

I opened a case with Hyundai corporate due to the safety recalls, one being the second row seat belts and now the ejection recall for the third row passenger. I was told to use caution only to my request of a loaner or rental reimbursement. Hyundai is NOT honoring rental reimbursements as they submi... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2025

I am reporting a documented safety defect in my 2018 Toyota Highlander (VIN: [XXX] ). On March 31, 2026, a certified technician at Groove Toyota (Work Order #XXX) performed a diagnostic inspection to investigate a severe 'airplane whine' noise. The technician verified the noise and used a stethoscop... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2024

Unknown what actually occurs but the entire car shuts off while driving. It has happened to me twice in traffic. Once no warnings, the second time the tire pressure sensor fault flashed went away and then the entire car just shut down while I was driving. I had my child with me and was a scary momen... Read more

Incident date: Mar 11, 2026

My wife and I have both experienced intermittent power loss on the vehicle — specifically after stopping and restarting, such as at traffic signals. During these incidents, the car moves extremely slowly even with the accelerator fully pressed, before eventually resuming normal acceleration. This ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 24, 2026

While driving, the entire control panel shuts down including all interior and exterior lights. It completely resets everything including Bluetooth. It has happened 5 or 6 times since I got the car in October 2024. I’ve reported this to Stones Kia in Idaho Falls, and they were unable to duplicate t... Read more

Incident date: Feb 24, 2026

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

I bought a Kia 2020 from Long Lewis 3 days after i got it the check engine light come on, I called and told them, then around the 5th day black smut started covering the back of the suv, and i was smelling a burnt oi; and antifreeze smell, took it to a shop and they pulled the codes and one code was... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2025

We have a 2016 Acura MDX. The connecting rod bearing caused the engine to be damaged, resulting in a knocking noise, and decreased engine output. This resulted in the engine needing to be replaced. The reason for the engine failures was the exact issue in NHTSA Recall 23V-751. While our vehicle... Read more

Incident date: Nov 15, 2025

We bought this truck new. When accelerating in “normal” transmission, mode, it would downshift and the turbos would kick in at the same time giving an unwanted surge of power. I found that driving in “sports” mode would give me more normal acceleration. Another issue I had as it got older w... Read more

Incident date: Nov 15, 2025

The contact owned a 2023 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the infotainment center would display a black screen, and while doing so, the radio would continue to play. The contact stated that while driving at different speeds, the trunk would suddenly open, causing the contact to have to pull over... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

The service 4WD msg. related to Manufacturer Recall Number01C / NHTSA Recall number25V-011 has been illuminating in my 2017 Jeep Cherokee for almost a year and the mfg. has known this challenge for several years. Every time I go to any dealerships & share with them the msg. & situation i.e. the so... Read more

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

It need to fill the oil ever two to three weeks - oil consumption? Now this morning it has the a lot of oil in the ground - I won’t drive the car

Incident date: Dec 4, 2025

My 2022 Ram 1500 TRX has recurring safety-related failures of the infotainment system affecting both Uconnect 5 (12” screen) and earlier Uconnect 4 units. These issues are widespread in 2021–2024 Ram TRX and Ram 1500 models and began or worsened after forced over-the-air updates. The primary de... Read more

Incident date: Dec 2, 2025

I own a 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn with approximately 84,000 miles. This vehicle has repeatedly experienced a severe safety defect that began around 20,000 miles. On four separate occasions, the truck has suddenly decelerated in traffic without warning, would not shift out of gear, and in some cases woul... Read more

Incident date: Nov 14, 2025

The frunk doesn’t contain an emergency release button. I believe this is required by law per FMVSS 401.

Incident date: Oct 11, 2025

My 2014 Explorer back up camera goes blank with a blacked screen while trying to back up. When in reverse the camera goes blank back on then blank again. This problem has caused several near misses while backing up.

Incident date: Oct 11, 2025

Wheel will lock up randomly on slow turns like an intersection, parking lot or anything. It’s very random and there’s no reason why it does it. The truck drives fine most of the time. It will say stabitrack service on my dash then it will go away my wheel locks up so I can’t turn it anymore th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 27, 2025

The vehicle has exhibited unexpected braking without any apparent external trigger, posing a safety risk. Most troubling, we have now had a third incident of the seatbelt pre-tensioning unexpectedly and forcefully, which caused my wife several days of lower abdominal discomfort. The most recent epis... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Oct 4, 2025

i am unable to remove the key from the ignition. i have to start the vehicle numerous times all while shifting the gear shifter back and forth between drive and park. after several attempts the key will finally release.

Incident date: Sep 25, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the sliding doors failed to close as intended and unintendedly open after being closed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that there was a related software update available to correct the failure. Th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while the transmission was shifted into reverse, or while diving during r... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the r... Read more

Incident date: Aug 18, 2025

I am experiencing a recurring issue with my 2021 GMC Sierra where the dashboard displays a “Shift to Park” warning even though the vehicle is already in Park. This typically occurs when I attempt to shut off the vehicle. The doors unlock as expected, confirming the truck is in Park, but the warn... Read more

Incident date: Jun 10, 2025

The power steering assist fault warning light came up and my steering wheel became hard to steer.

Incident date: Jun 10, 2025

The power steering assist fault warning light came up and my steering wheel became hard to steer.

Incident date: Aug 17, 2025

There was a knocking sound, so I pulled over and smoke started coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There was a fire and the car was later deemed a total loss.

Fire

Incident date: Aug 8, 2025

I pulled off the main road into the Walmart parking lot. When I did, the vehicle shut off, no power and steering was very hard. I was able to steer into a space and safely park. Vehicle was towed to Victory Kia in Victoria. Service dept said there was no oil at at all in the vehicle. Vehicle was rec... Read more

Incident date: Aug 6, 2025

The car has a recall for power steering the recall covers the torque sensor in the steering assembly I had the recall done about 6-8 weeks ago & now I’m dealing with another power steering issue I took the car to Chevy & the whole power steering motor has failed they say it is not covered under th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 70 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The information alerted the contact about an SRS issue. The contact stated that there was an audible ding with the warning light flashing on and off. The cont... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

Incident date: Jul 12, 2025

[XXX] at 1378 miles received a malfunction warning light for lane departure. [XXX] at 1875 miles pulling out from my home to Railroad Street the engine started sounding really loud like a motorcycle engine and started to decelerate which could have caused an accident. Video was taken, vehicle was ta... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

2022 Subaru Outback SW AWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	18.5%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

356 manufacturer communications from 106 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	117
350000 EQUIPMENT	90
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	34
100000 POWER TRAIN	22
140000 AIR BAGS	8
160000 STRUCTURE	8
220000 SEATS	8
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	7

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the design change made to the front drive axle shaft assemblies to address cases of a clicking/cracking-type sound heard when driving with the steering wheel in the fully locked (left or right) position.

100000 POWER TRAIN

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.

220000 SEATS

WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.

140000 AIR BAGS

WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.

220000 SEATS

Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.

140000 AIR BAGS

Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.

220000 SEATS

Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.

140000 AIR BAGS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

220000 SEATS

WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.

140000 AIR BAGS

WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

350000 EQUIPMENT

"This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified. This battery has higher capacity and is slightly larger in dimension."

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.

350000 EQUIPMENT

140000 AIR BAGS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.

350000 EQUIPMENT

"This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insurance companies to monitor driver activity for premium calc

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles. This recall may contain an inhibi

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin addresses rare cases of engine surg or jolting when the operator releases the accelerator from half-throttle.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin addresses rare cases of engine surg or jolting when the operator releases the accelerator from half-throttle.

350000 EQUIPMENT

081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector assembly in response to the DTCs listed.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector assembly in response to the DTCs listed.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

100000 POWER TRAIN

116320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:SENSOR

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

OTA version of RC 2304 Announcement

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

OTA version of RC 2304 Announcement

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin the announces availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) developed to address cases of DTC P04AE (EVAP System Purge Control Valve a??Ba?? Performance / Stuck Open).

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin announces the revised break-in procedure for the A/C compressor.

350000 EQUIPMENT

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.

162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of new seat ventilation blower units.

220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces the availability of new seat ventilation blower units.

160000 STRUCTURE

This Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.

350000 EQUIPMENT

063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.

220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the drivera??s 10-way adjustable power seats.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the drivera??s 10-way adjustable power seats.

160000 STRUCTURE

This Service Information Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin announced a design change made to the power rear gate drive unit assemblies.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announced a design change made to the power rear gate drive unit assemblies.

162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

This bulletin announced a design change made to the power rear gate drive unit assemblies.

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

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SUBARU OUTBACK - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the SUBARU OUTBACK across all model years (1995, 2023).

199 Total Recalls

12,297 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

635 Reported Crashes

144 Reported Fires

9 Reported Deaths

SUBARU OUTBACK - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	11	View
2025	0	108	View
2024	0	131	View
2023	2	122	View
2022 (current)	4	543
2021	4	408	View
2020	6	1,128	View
2019	3	1,284	View
2018	3	986	View
2017	4	1,106	View
2016	4	770	View
2015	5	642	View
2014	10	276	View
2013	12	406	View
2012	16	367	View
2011	16	855	View
2010	18	466	View
2009	13	142	View
2008	8	281	View
2007	8	182	View
2006	7	404	View
2005	9	354	View
2004	11	108	View
2003	15	116	View
2002	5	172	View
2001	4	207	View
2000	2	247	View
1999	1	150	View
1998	2	165	View
1997	4	94	View
1996	2	57	View
1995	1	3	View

Other SUBARU Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
IMPREZA	321	3,425	View
LEGACY	307	4,132	View
SOLTERRA	259	109	View
WRX	190	1,208	View
FORESTER	134	8,512	View
ASCENT	112	1,248	View
TRIBECA	70	51	View
CROSSTREK	42	1,453	View

Vehicle Safety

Consumer Safety

Infrastructure

Public Health

2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

Safety Technology

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 SUBARU OUTBACK

Most Affected Components

SUBARU OUTBACK - All Years Overview

SUBARU OUTBACK - Year by Year

Other SUBARU Models