Table 1 shows 15 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2001 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (three problems).
I have gone through one head gasket on Jan 2003. The head gasket went out in Dec of 2003 and the whole engine had to be replaced. In January of 2004 I had the overhead camgaskets go out on the car as well as the the oxygen sensor. I have had more issues but it would be a small book. Read details...
Head gasket failure. Problem has been well documented and known by the car manufacturer. $2,800 repair required; service done at carter Subaru, seattle. Read details...
Bought Outback from nate wade Subaru in salt lake city in Nov. Of 2006. I was told that nate wade performed a complete inspection of the vehicle, and was told by the salesman, bryce, that the vehicle was in good condition. Read details...