NHTSA Complaint #11512993 — 2015 SUBARU OUTBACK

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11512993
Vehicle	2015 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	January 15, 2021
Date Filed	March 21, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

Oil consumption issues. The oil is burning more then it should. Oil light would come after 2 to 3 more after an oil change. The dealership has been notified and is working on ordering new parts for the engine. Replacing the small block of the engine. Had less the 100k miles when this problem accured. Electrical issues. The battery is being drained after the car is turned off. Car would not start in the morning and need to be jumped. Additionally, battery eventually dies and needs to be replaced. Dealership has been notified.

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