NHTSA Complaint #11502645 — 2017 SUBARU OUTBACK

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11502645
Vehicle	2017 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	January 14, 2023
Date Filed	January 19, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

Retractable sun roof exploded/disintegrated while vehicle was under power on an open road . Photo of damage exceeds the maximum size for uploading. Can be transmitted by email if desired

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