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2026 Subaru OutbackProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 32 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
32
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Recalls
0
TSBs
67
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 32 complaints, 3 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 recalls. Complaint rate is 3.2x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

infotainment system

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

6 owners reported electrical issues.

!Inspect the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency BrakingMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (6 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Other7 (22%)
Electrical6 (19%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking2 (6%)
Collision Avoidance2 (6%)
Seats2 (6%)
Steering2 (6%)
Wheels & Tires2 (6%)
Speed Control2 (6%)

2026 Subaru Outback: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2026 Subaru Outback, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking Issues

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2026 Subaru Outback, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Collision Avoidance Issues

Collision Avoidance complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2026 Subaru Outback, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to collision avoidance-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Seats Issues

Seats complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2026 Subaru Outback, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to seats-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

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2026 Subaru Outback NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

Not rated

Frontal crash

Not rated

Side crash

Not rated

Rollover

Not rated

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Subaru Outback is the 2013 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.

2026 Subaru Outback vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)

This vehicle

32

Class avg

10

3.2x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 4wd vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 32 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2026 Subaru Outback: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2026 Subaru Outback?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2026 Subaru Outback is related to the electrical, with 6 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2026 Subaru Outback reliable?
The 2026 Subaru Outback has 32 complaints, 3 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 3.2x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How much does it cost to fix 2026 Subaru Outback problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2026 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2026 Subaru Outback according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Subaru Outback problems start?
Mileage data is limited for this vehicle. The full report analyzes available data to identify failure patterns by mileage range.
When was the 2026 Subaru Outback data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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