Structure Related Problems of the 2001 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 2001 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the frame and members (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (three problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Subaru Outback


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2001 Subaru Outback

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2001 Subaru Outback. While at an independent mechanic for a routine service repair, the technician stated that the rear subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.   Read details...

The Body problem

The contact owns a 2001 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic because the check engine light was illuminated. While the vehicle was being lifted, the mechanic noticed that the rear subframe was extremely corroded.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

I contacted Subaru's customer service number and told them that the subframe was broken and that they needed to fix the problem and they said I would have to pay out of pocket and that the recall was completed in August 2005 but the subframe is completely rusted out and broken please contact Subaru   Read details...


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