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4S4BSBNC8G3••••••2016 Subaru OUTBACK
This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 2016 Subaru OUTBACK build (12 vs 4).
12on this build
633on the model
178builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 8Engine 2Visibility/wiper 1Visibility 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherOct 2025
Steering wheel controls frequently fail to work properly on the cruise control system specially the speed control. Also the exhaust system bellow has cracked. The moonroof leaks into the cabin and floor area of the passenger side. Also leaking into the A pillar on the passenger…
Electrical SystemOct 2023
Dead battery issues and DCM battery issue
VisibilityJan 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while approaching the vehicle in the morning, she noticed a L-shaped crack in the windshield which originated on the passenger’s side of the windshield. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that an…
EngineJun 2020
In 6 months, I got more than 10 times of low level engine oil light on. First time, it was on jan. 2020, it was 3,000 miles from the last oil change. So I changed the engine oil with new oil. After 2 months, I got light on again. I refilled some oil then got light on after one…
Visibility/wiperJun 2016
Windshield crack on a 2016 subaru outback limited with eyesight, purchased new in april 2016 and currently has 2,200 miles on it. Went to run a quick errand, did not notice anything unusual. On the way home while driving in a rainstorm, I noticed a 6" crack on the driver's side…
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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 4S4BSBNC8G3325114 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.