Table 1 shows 15 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the engine (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (five problems).
I had just paid approx. $450 for the major 90,000 mile dealer service and they told me my vehicle is in great shape. I've maintained it religiously. I had an extended warranty of 6 years/100,000 miles that just ended Sep. '04. Read details...
Engine and engine cooling: blown head gaskets 1999 Subaru legacy Outback dohc. Read details...
Head gasket failed on 1999 Subaru at 38,000. Car was maintained religiously. Subaru recall was never sent to me. I was told my car was the 'wrong phase engine' to be covered under warranty. Car had overheated 3 months earlier. Subaru flushed the system and added 'special coolant lubricant'. Read details...