Brake Foundation Components problems of the 2002 Subaru Outback

Three problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 2002 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 02/25/2007

In cold weather the brakes do not function when the car is first turned on. This is terrifying. This has happened several times and been confirmed by a second driver. After about a minute the brakes seem to be normal. We are now afraid to use the car.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 12/05/2001

Consumer stated the brakes failed twice, had vehicle taken to the dealer, but could not duplicate the problem, both times when brakes failed, the pavement was damp but above freezing, consumer treid to stop for a stop sign and could not.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 12/05/2001

Consumer stated the brakes failed twice, had vehicle taken to the dealer, but could not duplicate the problem, both times when brakes failed, the pavement was damp but above freezing, consumer treid to stop for a stop sign and could not.




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