NHTSA Complaint #11427610 — 2009 SUBARU OUTBACK ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11427610
Vehicle	2009 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	January 1, 2021
Date Filed	August 3, 2021
Mileage	81,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2009 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut-off with the check engine, traction control and cruise control warning lights illuminated. On several occasions the vehicle would not immediately restart. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for service. No further information was available. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 81,000. The VIN was not available.

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