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2023 Subaru Outback Recalls & Known Issues

Check recalls and known issues for the 2023 Subaru Outback. Safety information and reliability rating.

Reliability Overview

average

The 2023 Subaru Outback has been recalled twice by NHTSA for critical safety issues involving the inhibitor switch and driveshaft. Owner reports indicate average reliability with some recurring electrical and mechanical concerns beyond the recalls.

Open Recalls (2)

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch

An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail, which can prevent reverse lights from illuminating, the rearview camera from displaying, or the engine from starting.

Campaign: 24V018 | Reported: 2024-01-08

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft, which increases the risk of a crash.

Campaign: 23V647 | Reported: 2023-11-20

Known Issues

Inoperative inhibitor switch causing backup lamp failure and rearview camera display issues

Typical mileage: 10,000-50,000

high

$0 - $0

Driveshaft center support bolt loosening

Typical mileage: 30,000-70,000

high

$0 - $0

Dual-function tail light assembly failure

Typical mileage: 20,000-60,000

medium

$300 - $800

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