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4S4BSENC5G3••••••2016 Subaru OUTBACK
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2016 Subaru OUTBACK build (6 vs 4).
6on this build
633on the model
178builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Exterior Lighting 1Visibility 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringFeb 2026
Brake light comes on while driving and power steering also locks up
Electrical SystemJan 2021
Steering wheel locks and all lights light up on dash then vehicle completely shuts off. Tried to jump vehicle and vehicle will start but turns off a few seconds later. Subaru advise it was a defective battery. Subaru then replace battery under warranty on 11/05/2020. The battery…
Power TrainAug 2018
My 2016 subaru outback 3.6 limited has 64,000 miles on it. Recently I noticed an unfamiliar noise. When I brought it to a mechanic he said it needed a wheel bearing and the wheel was about to fall off. He replaced the wheel bearing/hub but said the noise was still there and…
StructureOct 2017
During a 75 mph drive on an interstate hwy the moonroof exploded. Due to circumstances we could not visit a dealer and were compelled to tape a temporary cover to the vehicle to limit wind noise. Later in the trip rain occurred, which leaked into the vehicle damaging the interior
VisibilityApr 2016
The contact owns a 2016 subaru outback. The contact noticed two large cracks in the windshield. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was notified and would not cover the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000
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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 4S4BSENC5G3249305 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.