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4S4BP61C497••••••2009 Subaru OUTBACK
This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2009 Subaru OUTBACK build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
95on the model
43builds in total
Most reportedStructure 2Air Bags 2Suspension 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsJul 2016
Takata recall. On 7/29/16 we received notice of the recall from subaru of america. We contacted hansel subaru in santa rosa to schedule the replacement. They said they did not have the replacement parts and put us on a waiting list. I've tried to call them again 10/13/16 & left…
StructureFeb 2016
I recently filled out this form (complaint # 10837114) concerning my hood latch becoming unlatched on its own. It has happened again. After an approximate 16 mile round trip drive I parked the car in the garage and noted that the hood of the car had become unlatched on its own.…
SuspensionDec 2008
I recently purchased a 2009 subaru outback 2.5 special edition. While driving on I-35 near cloquet, mn, the car exhibited dangerously unstable handling that has been described by other subaru outback owners. The road conditions were icy and even with greatly reduced speed the…
StructureDec 2015
While driving I noticed my hood was unlatched. I had not recently had it open for any reason
Air BagsOct 2014
The red light on the dashboard (where the speedometer is) for driver's air bag comes on when the temperature goes below about 44 degrees. It stays on 95% of the 8 winter months. I bought this used (2014) from a dealer, and told the service manager about it. He said unless it…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 4S4BP61C497316212 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.