2023 Subaru Outback Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2023 Subaru Outback. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
below averageThe 2023 Subaru Outback has at least two NHTSA recall campaigns, including a driveshaft issue and an inhibitor switch recall affecting some vehicles. Owner reports also point to electrical and transmission-related complaints, so it is worth checking the VIN for open recalls and watching for drivability or infotainment problems.
Open Recalls (2)
Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft
Subaru recalled certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles because the center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, which can lead to separation of the front end of the driveshaft and a loss of drive power.
Campaign: 23V647 | Reported: 2023-09-21
Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
Subaru recalled certain 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, and 2021-2023 Legacy and Outback vehicles because an insufficient weld may allow water intrusion into the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Campaign: 23V755 | Reported: 2023-10-27
Known Issues
Electrical faults and warning-light issues
Typical mileage: varies
$150 - $1,200
Transmission hesitation or rough shifting
Typical mileage: 10,000-60,000
$300 - $2,500
Infotainment freezing, lag, or random rebooting
Typical mileage: varies
$0 - $800
Windshield cracking or chipping
Typical mileage: varies
$300 - $1,200
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