Engine problems of the 2006 Subaru Baja

Two problems related to engine have been reported for the 2006 Subaru Baja. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Subaru Baja based on all problems reported for the 2006 Baja.

1 Engine problem

Failure Date: 08/22/2008

The contact owns a 2006 Subaru Baja. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle lost all power and shut off. The vehicle has been to the dealer three times for the failure. During the first visit, the failure could not be diagnosed. The mechanic eventually stated that the accelerator relay switch failed. The vehicle has shut off 25 times since it was purchased. The manufacturer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,540. Updated 09/10/08 updated 09/17/08.

2 Engine problem

Failure Date: 12/19/2006

The contact owns a 2006 Subaru Baja. The engine knocks when the vehicle is started. The dealer replaced two pistons, but the failure still exists. The manufacturer stated that the failure is normal. The failure mileage was 16,992 and current mileage was 34,000.




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