NHTSA Complaint #11623748 — 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11623748
Vehicle 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CT

Consumer Description

The subframe has deteriorated beyond repair. This is our sixth Subaru Outback, either owned or leased, all in the same geographic area, housed 90% of the time in a covered garage. This is not normal wear and tear. The vehicle is dangerous, as inspected by a local independent service center that has serviced the car regularly for years. I have reported this to Subaru Corporate, citing that the substandard quality of the subframe has been a known issue on Subaru Outback earlier models and received a reply that Subaru would assume no responsibility whatsoever. There was no warning whatsoever. The issue was discovered during a routine service visit. The problem appeared in late July 2024. I attempted to contact Subaru two times with no response. I finally received a response in late October 2024.

Related Complaints for the 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK

Other STRUCTURE:BODY Complaints

#11713975 The vehicle caught fire while driving along the interstate. It's a total loss.
#11684961 I purchased a car from Middletown Nissan on May 24, 2025. The car was assured to have all these different safety chec...
#11437381 The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a cl...
#11376025 REAR CENTER BRAKE LIGHT LEAKS EVERY TIME IT SPRINKLES AND RAINS CAUSING WATER TO POUR INTO THE REAR COMPARTMENT OF TH...
#11175895 DRIVER'S DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE DURING SUB-FREEZING TEMPERATURES. FRONT PASSENGER DOOR AND REA...

Recent Complaints for the 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK

#11708999 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM I purchased this car may 28th 2025 and had it over the weekend and check engine light came on and took it Monday once...
#11708999 ENGINE I purchased this car may 28th 2025 and had it over the weekend and check engine light came on and took it Monday once...
#11708999 POWER TRAIN I purchased this car may 28th 2025 and had it over the weekend and check engine light came on and took it Monday once...
#11684961 SERVICE BRAKES I purchased a car from Middletown Nissan on May 24, 2025. The car was assured to have all these different safety chec...
#11684961 SUSPENSION I purchased a car from Middletown Nissan on May 24, 2025. The car was assured to have all these different safety chec...
Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report