Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1996 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the engine (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine head gasket failure (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine problems | |
| Engine Head Gasket Failure problems | |
| Engine Exhaust System problems | |
| Engine Head Gasket Leaking problems | |
| Radiator problems |
1. Just bought from dealer. Going to get gas. 2. Overheating. Auto mechanic said oil in the antifreeze. Head gasket. 3. Repaired head gasket etc. Read details...
While driving very busy highway, the temperature gauge went all the way to "h". I pulled over and noticed some steam under hood. Added some water. A little later, still on "h". Mechanic who has serviced my 1996 Subaru Outback since I got it in 1998 said it had a blown head Read details...
Blew a head gasket which leaked antifreeze throughout the engine causing many other parts failures. For example, O2 sensors. Total cost of repairing vehicle - $4,800 Read details...