Six problems related to engine have been reported for the 1997 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Loss of coolant, overheated engine, diagnosis of blown head gasket car: 1997 subarau legacy Outback with 2. 5 liter engine.
The now infamous "blown head gasket" in phase I 2. 5l engines is the focus of my complaint. Subaru of America has at least recognized the phaseii 2. 5l engines in 1998 models and newer, but only because of a different metal was the "problem". The overwhelming number of cases in the phase I 2. 5l (1998 and prior) engine is an obvious indicator of design flaw in the actual shape of the product itself. A recall investigation is a definite must. Just another unhappy Subaru customer.
Spark plug popped out of head while driving, engine died. Spark plug unable to be reinserted resulting in a head replacement. Very expensive! only 135000 miles regular mechanic said that he has seen 4 of these cases in this model in the last 3 months. No acknowledgement form dealer about mechanical defect.
Consumer states that engine block and head are cracked with no signs of overheating, Subaru mechanic could not find no mechanical reason why this occurred. Manufacturer was contacted.
Consumer states that engine block and head are cracked with no signs of overheating, Subaru mechanic could not find no mechanical reason why this occurred. Manufacturer was contacted.
Local Subaru dealer has sold these parts several times recently. It appears to be a known problem. When this fails the pully system of the engine falls apart, literally, resulting in the loss of electrical power, power steering, brake warning. . . This would have been dangerous had we not been on a back road with no traffic.