Tire Related Problems of the 1996 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 1996 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (one problem).

Table 1. Tire related problems of Subaru Outback

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
2
Tire Tread/belt problems
1
Tire Sidewall problems
1

Recently reported Tire problems of the 1996 Subaru Outback

The Tire problem

Michelin tires and aluminum rims appear to be incompatible. Dealer cannot detect reason for continuing air loss. Have been filling tires with air almost as frequently as filling tank with gas. I think this is a safety hazard and because it is all tires or at least two or three, I need an answer   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

Complete separation of tread from body and sidewall of right front michelin harmony tire. Tires in service for three months on a Subaru legacy wagon.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Michelin xw4 tire p205/70r15, dot m3h342dx079, outside sidewall slit open below the tread edge, michelin stated the tire blew out due to a road hazard or underinflation, consumer checked over tire and found no indications of a puncture.   Read details...


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