Power Train Related Problems of the 2003 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 2003 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2003 Subaru Outback

The Automatic Transmission problem

: the contact stated while driving 40 mph on wet roads, the vehicle ran rough, and did not accelerate properly. The vehicle began to buck, and the check engine light illuminated constantly. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where the transmission fluid was found to be empty, and was   Read details...

The Power Train problem

After smelling leaking oil for many months, my mechanic confirmed that the head gasket is leaking. Oil is leaking down onto the exhaust creating a constant burning smell. I contacted Subaru and they are unwilling to address this in any way, despite the fact that the engine has been meticulously   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Defective drive shaft defective viscous coupler defective suspension no deaths or accidents yet I am afraid that my life and safety are seriously at risk and none of the Subaru techs will acknowledge a problem or agree to fix.   Read details...


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