Subaru Outback recalls

58 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 1 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

24V227000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallA capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front…Air bagsFree replacement119KunitsMar 202423V755000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallAn insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.Engine & powertrainFree replacement96KunitsNov 202323V647000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallThe center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.Engine & powertrainFree repair4,311unitsSep 202322V712000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Visibility recallThe incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.Camera, lights & visibilityRefund / repurchase42unitsSep 202222V485000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallA programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely…Engine & powertrainFree software update182unitsJul 202222V473000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).ElectricalFree replacement15unitsJul 202221V955000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallA programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely…Engine & powertrainFree software update198KunitsDec 202121V587000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.Fuel systemFree replacement176KunitsJul 202121V024000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallThe continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to…Engine & powertrainFree repair383unitsJan 202120V766000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe August 2020 over-the-air software update may have timed out without completing the installation, corrupting the data, and…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update7,741unitsDec 202020V218000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.Fuel systemFree replacement188KunitsApr 202020V003000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature…Air bagsFree replacement112KunitsJan 202020V001000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature…Air bagsFree replacement259KunitsJan 202020V002000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature…Air bagsFree replacement128KunitsJan 202019V910000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallA replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly…Air bagsFree replacement46unitsDec 201919V664000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake pedal mounting bracket may have a missing or insufficiently tightened bolt.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement3,467unitsSep 201919V493000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Structure recallSpot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.Body & latchesRefund / repurchase2,107unitsJun 201919V297000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.ElectricalFree repair511unitsApr 201919V009000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement453KunitsJan 201919V008000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement330KunitsJan 201919V007000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement43KunitsJan 201918V935000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Visibility recallIn the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update71KunitsDec 201818V773000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the…ElectricalFree software update229KunitsNov 201818V626000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Parking Brake recallThe electronic parking brake (EPB) may not engage as intended, allowing the vehicle to rollaway if the transmission is not in the…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement27KunitsSep 201818V012000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement64KunitsJan 201818V014000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement72KunitsJan 201818V013000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement93KunitsJan 201817V026000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement70KunitsJan 201717V014000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used…Air bagsFree replacement53KunitsJan 201716V738000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.ElectricalFree replacement100KunitsOct 201616V716000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.Air bagsFree repair54unitsOct 201616V694000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Visibility recallDue to contamination, components within the windshield wiper motor bottom cover may interfere with each other.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement593KunitsSep 201616V576000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe affected vehicles may have improperly tightened attaching bolts for the front left and right brake calipers, wheel hubs, and…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement99unitsAug 201616V358000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation…Air bagsFree replacement302KunitsMay 201616V359000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation…Air bagsFree replacement146KunitsMay 201616V361000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation…Air bagsFree replacement63KunitsMay 201616V292000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Steering recallThe steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may…Do not driveSteering & suspensionFree repair49KunitsMay 201616V251000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Electronic Stability Control (esc) recallThe brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement766unitsApr 201615V794000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallDue to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.Engine & powertrainFree replacement3,251unitsNov 201515V502000 · Subaru OF America, Inc.Power Train recallTransmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.Engine & powertrainFree replacement2,893unitsAug 2015