2007 Subaru Outback
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 2007 Subaru Outback. Newest first.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (STI included), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators with alternate inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-20.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-20.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKC-20.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-2008 Tribeca vehicles equipped with a mechanical key ignition switch installed as a replacement part. The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs under this condition, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUF-91.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines. The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the air injection pump overheats, it may melt and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM-73.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Subaru Baja vehicles manufactured January 22, 2003, to July 21, 2004, 2004-2005 Impreza vehicles manufactured January 28, 2003, to May 31, 2005, 2003-2008 Subaru Legacy vehicles manufactured January 22, 2003, to May 2, 2008, 2003-2008 Subaru Outback vehicles manufactured February 18…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners and General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The Subaru recall began on June 17, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. The Saab recall began on July 27, 2015. Owners of Saab vehicles may call 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is WQR-53. Note: The recall completely supersedes recall 14V-399 (WQL-48) and partially supersedes recall 14V-763 (WQP-51) in that model year 2004 through 2005 Subaru Impreza and model year 2005 Saab 9-2x vehicles are now only part of this campaign. Note: On December 18, 2015 Subaru informed NHTSA of an expansion of this recall to include certain model year 2003-2004 Subaru Baja, 2003-2008 Subaru Legacy and 2003-2008 Subaru Outback vehicles.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy, 2008-2011 Impreza and 2008-2014 Impreza WRX/STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage may result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will test the brake system by depressing the brake pedal and inspecting for brake fluid leaks. If no brake fluid seepage is observed, the affected areas will be rustproofed with anti-corrosion wax. If brake fluid seepage is observed, the brake lines will be replaced followed by rustproofing with anti-corrosion wax. These services will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 2014 and second notifications will run through November 2014. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQK-47. Note: This recall supersedes recall 13V-110 which applied to certain 2005-2009 Legacy/Outback vehicles. Vehicles that were remedied under the previous campaign still need additional areas rust-proofed.
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from December 2003, through April 2009 and currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage may result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles. If no brake fluid seepage is observed, the affected area will be rustproofed with anti-corrosion wax. If brake fluid seepage is observed, the brake lines will be replaced followed by rustproofing with anti-corrosion wax. These services will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall campaign number is WQG-43.
Owner complaints
130 complaints9 involved a crash2 involved a fire6 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
I purchased this 2007 Subaru Outback for my daughter after checking Subaru's official recalls website. That site listed Takata recall WQR-53 as completed [XXX]. My independent Subaru-certified mechanic diagnosed code 72 on the passenger airbag circuit and referred me to Don K Subaru in Whitefish…
I purchased this 2007 Subaru Outback for my daughter after checking Subaru's official recalls website. That site listed Takata recall WQR-53 as completed [XXX]. My independent Subaru-certified mechanic diagnosed code 72 on the passenger airbag circuit and referred me to Don K Subaru in Whitefish, noting that the master technician there had trained him on the recall procedure. Don K installed Subaru test harness P on that circuit. Code 72 cleared, and the technician's written conclusion was that the inflator needs replaced. I opened case [XXX] with Subaru Customer Advocacy. Across two emails, their representative Tyler gave two different completion dates: [XXX], then [XXX]. He later admitted the first date was only the recall's effective date. Subaru's public website still displays [XXX]. I have asked twice, in writing, for the part number of the inflator that was installed and whether it was an interim Takata unit or the final non-Takata remedy. Subaru has not answered. A safety-critical airbag inflator throwing a failure code after a recall repair is not something I can accept as closed. I'm filing this complaint because Subaru's own records cannot agree on when or how the remedy was performed on this vehicle, and because the information the public relies on to judge airbag safety is wrong. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Air bags
The contact owns a 2007 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V003000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer declined to repair the vehicle due to possible damage to the dashboard while replacing the…
The contact owns a 2007 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V003000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer declined to repair the vehicle due to possible damage to the dashboard while replacing the air bags. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
- Service brakes
Lost brakes. Corroded brake lines. Recall was completed for this very issue. Fix was ineffective.
- Service brakes
2007 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.5i automatic. Had recall campaign 14V311 completed in 2018 for brake lines. According to Subaru brake lines were rustproofed and/or replaced. 9 June 2024 I start vehicle and place it into drive in doing so applying brake pedal to allow selection of transmission range.…
2007 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.5i automatic. Had recall campaign 14V311 completed in 2018 for brake lines. According to Subaru brake lines were rustproofed and/or replaced. 9 June 2024 I start vehicle and place it into drive in doing so applying brake pedal to allow selection of transmission range. Pedal goes to floor without feedback pressure. No brakes. I check rear of car to find large amounts of brake fluid covering rear passenger wheel well area. Brake line has failed at rear junction as described in recall. Recall was not curative and did not address safety fault. 73k miles.
- Power train
Both front driver and passenger side CV Boots have failed prematurely on several occasions well before the expected life and mileage expectancy for these parts (they have been replaced on four separate occasions). The CV boots hold grease in to provide lubrication to the axels. Safety was at…
Both front driver and passenger side CV Boots have failed prematurely on several occasions well before the expected life and mileage expectancy for these parts (they have been replaced on four separate occasions). The CV boots hold grease in to provide lubrication to the axels. Safety was at risk as lack of lubrication increased chances of axel and associated component damage (braking and steering) at higher driving speeds. Subaru dealer has verified on each of the four separate occasions that the CV boots failed prematurely. The car has never seen any off road or rough condition driving conditions. The vehicle has always been meticulously maintained and all preventive maintenance requirements complete ahead of or on schedule and any recommended repairs by authorized mechanics are addressed immediately. Was urged by Subaru Dealer to contact Subaru of America (SOA) about the CV boots again failing prematurely. Previously, SOA was contacted and acknowledged parts should not have failed in the timeframes as it had. This time with even less mileage and time in service, Subaru is refusing to address the problem and replace the Subaru OEM parts at their expense.
- Power train · Steering · Suspension
Driving down the freeway, snowy conditions, going roughly 50 mph in a straight line, no curves or turns in sight, hit a very small hump in the road and suddenly I found myself sideways from what seems like a rear steer situation, i corrected as best i could and luckily i was in the only section of…
Driving down the freeway, snowy conditions, going roughly 50 mph in a straight line, no curves or turns in sight, hit a very small hump in the road and suddenly I found myself sideways from what seems like a rear steer situation, i corrected as best i could and luckily i was in the only section of the road that didn't have a wall, ended up backwards in a shallow ditch. No immediate damage noted, I was able to drive away, but confidence with driving in snowy and icy conditions has been severely diminished (been driving in snow and ice for 20+ years). My previous vehicle, 1988 chevy s10 was WAY more reliable in the snow that this thing. I have since felt this car try and "kick out" while going well under the speed limit but in slightly icy conditions. The only reason I can think that this hasnt happened again is due to myself being aware of the isssue, new struts and brand new $600 dollar tires i recently purchased. This is a huge issue, and Subaru needs to own up to it, I know i'm not the only one who's experienced this.
- Air bags
A couple of months ago I noticed the airbag lamp stayed on after starting my car. After I had parked and later restarted the car, the airbag light went off as normal. A month or so later the airbag light again stayed on after starting the car. I also noticed that the passenger airbag indicator (on…
A couple of months ago I noticed the airbag lamp stayed on after starting my car. After I had parked and later restarted the car, the airbag light went off as normal. A month or so later the airbag light again stayed on after starting the car. I also noticed that the passenger airbag indicator (on or off) didn’t seem to be working. It didn’t say “on” or “off”. It only said “Passenger”. I took it to the dealer and they diagnosed it and said I needed a new overhead lamp assembly that would cost $400 installed. They said it would take several days (it took over 2 weeks) to get the part. In the meantime, they could not tell me whether the airbag system would function properly in an accident. The part was ordered and I kept driving the car, hoping the airbag light wouldn’t stay on which was very stressful. The repair was finally made today and appears to be functioning properly. After some online research, I found out that this is a known issue with these cars. There is a soldered connection inside the overhead lamp assembly that was either improperly or insufficiently soldered or used defective solder. People have videos posted online of them taking the assembly apart and re-soldering the connection which appears to resolve the issue. I wasn’t comfortable doing that since properly functioning airbags are a critical safety component. I believe that Subaru either knows about this or should know. I would bet they have fixed this issue on newer vehicles. But lots of these vehicles still on the road.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
All rear lights, rear hatch lock, brake lights all failed due to wiring going from the body to the hatch getting cut from the action of opening and closing the hatch door. This seems to be a pretty common thing with at least the 2005-2007 models years.
- Air bags · Seat belts
The Airbag light on my dash was lighting intermittently. I called Kendall Subaru here in Fairbanks, AK and was told I shouldn't drive the car as such a light indicated a problem with my airbags and that even a low level bump could set them off or that they might not function at all in a major…
The Airbag light on my dash was lighting intermittently. I called Kendall Subaru here in Fairbanks, AK and was told I shouldn't drive the car as such a light indicated a problem with my airbags and that even a low level bump could set them off or that they might not function at all in a major accident. I scheduled an appointment to have this problem diagnosed. They told me there was a fault in the wiring and that I'd have to have the passenger seat indicator replaced. I have done some online research and found that there are several instances of faulty soldering in the wiring for the indicator. This would seem to me to be a reason for Subaru to issue a safety recall as a pot hole hit could set this thing off or people could get killed because the airbag didn't deploy! Kendall told me that they didn't have the part in stock. It would be in in 7-10 days. That was a month ago. I have noticed that since my vehicle was in for diagnosis, that the light has only come on whe the car is started, like it's supposed to!
- Structure · Suspension
The contact owns a 2007 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went over a bump in the roadway and went sideways. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the rear stabilizer bar had detached. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 190,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2007 subaru outback. The contact stated that she noticed that there were four wires near the rear defroster that were cut. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the wires controlled the windshield wipers, hatch door lock, defroster, and rear stop…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 subaru outback. The contact stated that she noticed that there were four wires near the rear defroster that were cut. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the wires controlled the windshield wipers, hatch door lock, defroster, and rear stop lights. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not under recall. The failure mileage was 181,313.
- Air bags
Was told to come here to render a complaint. They want me to travel 4HRS there and 4HRS back to get recall done. At this time I am unable to get this done. And I don't belive I should have to put 8HRS of wear and tear on my vehicle for a safety recall which IS the manufacturers responsibility.
- Service brakes
2007 subaru outback. Consumer writes in regards to brake failure. *Ld the consumer stated the right rear brake line corroded and failed while driving. The dealer was contacted. *Js
- Air bags · Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
As I'm driving my airbag light comes on and all the lights on the dash starts flashing and cruise control gets disconnected one day it will happen next day it won't
- Air bags
2007 subaru outback airbag light IS on. Subaru customer service says the airbag system will not function if the airbag light IS on. this defect should be covered for no charge. Please issue a safety recall. The airbag light IS on under all conditions after starting the vehicle
- Air bags · Electrical system
I bought the 2007 subaru outback ll bean new. This IS the second time that the airbag light goes on and off intermittently. The first time I replaced the overhead circuit board. This time I am having trouble finding one. The solder joints in the circuit board are faulty, causing loose connections.…
I bought the 2007 subaru outback ll bean new. This IS the second time that the airbag light goes on and off intermittently. The first time I replaced the overhead circuit board. This time I am having trouble finding one. The solder joints in the circuit board are faulty, causing loose connections. This IS a dangerous situation that has been reported to nhtsa many times by other owners. When the air bag light IS on, the air bags will not deploy. Some people have been seriously injured because of this. There should be a recall on this problem. There IS currently a second recall on the air bags themselves, but not on the circuit board. How many accidents does there have to be for you to demand a recall on this problem?
- Air bags
Red airbag warning IS intermittently displayed on drivers instrument panel. The passenger airbag IS also shown as not functioning properly above the rear view mirror. The car can be stationary or in motion.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Engine · Vehicle speed control
An accelerator that became unresponsive while driving 65mph on 3 lane highway. this problem IS prevalent with subaru and you can read about many people who have the problem which IS an extreme safety issue. if you go online and search for subaru outback code p2138/throttle position sensor you…
An accelerator that became unresponsive while driving 65mph on 3 lane highway. this problem IS prevalent with subaru and you can read about many people who have the problem which IS an extreme safety issue. if you go online and search for subaru outback code p2138/throttle position sensor you will find that the sensor has intermitent failures which cause the accelerator to become unresponsive. even when people get this reset at a mechanic and supposedly fixed it will begin recurring again. or sometimes the mechanic cannot make the car fail because the problem IS a sensor and the problem IS intermittent. subaru must fix this problem!! this has happened to me 5 times now over the last year.
- Service brakes
Stepped on the brakes while on the highway and they went to the floor. Fortunately I was able to grab the emergency brake and dodge into the next lane otherwise I would have slammed into the car in front of me, causing unknown damage/injury. I used the parking break and manual shifting option to…
Stepped on the brakes while on the highway and they went to the floor. Fortunately I was able to grab the emergency brake and dodge into the next lane otherwise I would have slammed into the car in front of me, causing unknown damage/injury. I used the parking break and manual shifting option to limp it back to my house a few miles away. I walked around the vehicle and found a puddle of brake fluid dripping onto the ground at the passenger side rear wheel. Upon further inspection, I found a metal brake line was leaking fluid where it was clamped to the vehicle body. As I was looking for the part/information on it, I came across a known recall for this problem. I contacted subaru and they stated that the recall had already been done on 8/8/2014. Part of the recall stated that if it wasn't leaking at the time, they were to spray it with an anti-corrosion of some sort and call it good. Apparently that's what happened to mine because the lines are very rusty and corroded. Now they want to charge thousands of dollars to have the repair completed. If this IS a known safety issue and the results of failure are possibly crashing at high speeds when the brake line ruptures, how are they able to spray an anti-corrosion fluid over top of rust and wash their hands of such a potentially dangerous/fatal known problem? Recall #wqk-47, 14v311000, and wqg-43
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
I was driving down a street when my car engine was still running but I had no gas pedal response .so l coasted to side of road an shut it off an started it .then after I did that I got gas pedal response .the check engine light was on after restarting vechile so I had a code scan check it,an a code…
I was driving down a street when my car engine was still running but I had no gas pedal response .so l coasted to side of road an shut it off an started it .then after I did that I got gas pedal response .the check engine light was on after restarting vechile so I had a code scan check it,an a code p2138 showed . The code IS for the throttle/pedal sensor. I'm just glad I was not doing 65 on a highway an a semi wasn't behind me or any other vehicle
- Air bags · Electrical system
We have experience a multitude of electrical issues with the ll bean version of the 2207 outback. most recently the airbag light staying on consistently, which appears to be a reported issue. this IS a safety issue since the air bag will not function with the light on, it IS costly to repair over…
We have experience a multitude of electrical issues with the ll bean version of the 2207 outback. most recently the airbag light staying on consistently, which appears to be a reported issue. this IS a safety issue since the air bag will not function with the light on, it IS costly to repair over $400 + diagnostic of $115. several weeks ago, it would com eon intermittently, no it remains on 100% of the time. I commute 100 miles each day 5 days a week on a two-lane, rural highway and worry I need to get rid of the vehicle sooner than later due to a safety issue. this only passing the safety issue to a new owner. this safety issue should be subaru's responsibility to fix as there are many that cannot afford such a fix and IS not regular maintenance. this should never be an issue. not sure if I would buy a subaru again after owning this one. the other issue IS with the rear wire harness that controls the rear defroster, etc. $800 to replace this after we had diagnostics completed during our last tune up. seems as though there are many faulty electronic assembly issues that were not of the highest quality - maybe a taping or soldering issue. hopefully it doesn't spark and start a fire....
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
Well I lost all throttle control for the first time. Engine light was on which disabled the vdc and cruise and the gas pedal. It has happened several times since then. When shutting the car off it IS very hard to restart. When this happens and you try to stop the car doesn't want to it just pulses…
Well I lost all throttle control for the first time. Engine light was on which disabled the vdc and cruise and the gas pedal. It has happened several times since then. When shutting the car off it IS very hard to restart. When this happens and you try to stop the car doesn't want to it just pulses forward so more brake pedal IS needed. If you put it in park the engine revs high. This IS a known issue with the tps not being able to communicate with the throttle servo via the tcm. This issue happens at random. Usually when I've been driving it for about 10 minutes.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2007 subaru outback. The contact stated that oil was leaking from the head gasket. Liberty auto city subaru (1000 e park ave, libertyville, il 60048, (847) 362-3800) diagnosed that the head gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000. *Bf *tr
- Air bags · Interior lighting
TL* the contact owns a 2007 subaru outback. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. Through online research, the contact found that the map light needed to be replaced in order for the air bag indicator to turn off. Liberty auto city subaru (1000 e park ave, libertyville…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 subaru outback. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. Through online research, the contact found that the map light needed to be replaced in order for the air bag indicator to turn off. Liberty auto city subaru (1000 e park ave, libertyville, il 60048, (847) 362-3800) confirmed that the map light needed to be replaced in order for the air bag indicator to turn off. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 97,000. *as
- Service brakes
Brakes failed on a city street, approaching highway on-ramp - car being driven by a 17 year old new driver - thankfully no collision or damage to person or property occurred. After inspection, rear brake line failed due to corrosion/perforation at 2-2 way connector at 176K miles after two previous…
Brakes failed on a city street, approaching highway on-ramp - car being driven by a 17 year old new driver - thankfully no collision or damage to person or property occurred. After inspection, rear brake line failed due to corrosion/perforation at 2-2 way connector at 176K miles after two previous recalls were supposedly executed. dates of note: ' 2007 - vehicle sold by anchor subaru, north smithfield, ri to original owner (not me) ' june 11, 2013 - recall wqg-43 performed with first owner at anchor subaru ' spray wax applied ' car has 132K miles ' august 13, 2014 - recall wqk-47 performed with first owner at anchor subaru ' spray wax applied a second time ' car has 152K miles ' may 7, 2017 ' vehicle re-sold to 2ND owner (me), ' car has 166K miles ' march 12, 2019 ' vehicle brakes fail ' car has 176K miles makes no sense how, in a span of only 24K miles from when the recall work was performed the second time at 152K miles, until the brake failure at 176K miles, the twice-applied wax 'remedy' performed in the recall actions wore off completely, and, the brake line completed corroded and failed. This does not seem possible nor probable, and, if it IS possible, then the 'remedy' that was provided by subaru was unsuitable, or, the dealership incorrectly applied the material that was supposed to prevent the corrosion from happening. I have no proof that this work was actually performed. I believe that the spray-on wax was not correctly applied in neither method nor quantity on my vehicle. Anchor subaru would not cover this under the recall. paid my own mechanic to fix the issue. Sent registered letters to subaru of america and to the 3 owners of the dealership over a month ago and none have responded to my concerns.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11010925This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.
- 11009701This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.
- 11009685This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
- 11008283This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.
- 11008282This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
- 11008281This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
- 11008280This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
- 11008279This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
- 11008276The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
- 11008267This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
- 11008259This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
- 11006935This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
- 11006934The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
- 11006932This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.
- 11006931This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
- 11005624This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.
- 11005615This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.
- 11005614This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped with Telematics except Solterra.
- 11005609This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
- 11005608This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
- 11005599This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
- 11005595This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
- 11005593This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
- 11002730This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems. Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the receiving party is not able to hear the caller.
- 11002725This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.
- 10248223SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004- 2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
- 10244915SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004- 2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
- 10241801The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
- 10240110This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
- 10237234Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator Like for Like Recall
- 10235911Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
- 10235894Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
- 10235884Certain 2005?2009 model year Subaru Legacy/Outback vehicles whose owners either currently reside in, or the vehicle has ever been registered in, at least one of the following ?salt?belt? states or Washington D.C.
- 10235830Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound
- 10235277Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator Like for Like Recall
- 10234896Brake Line Corrosion
- 10234887Subaru Recall Campaign WQG43: Brake Line Corrosion
- 10234886Brake Line Corrosion
- 10234840Correction to Diagnostics for 5AT-Related DTCs
- 10234829Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
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