NHTSA Complaint #11502856 — 2023 SUBARU OUTBACK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11502856
Vehicle	2023 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	January 19, 2023
Date Filed	January 20, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IA

Consumer Description

Starlink not working and requires DCM. This controls tracking and safety features of this car. This is the 2nd failure.

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