Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2003 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Outback. The head gasket failed. He noticed that the air conditioner wasn't cooling and the reservoir was empty, but it didn't have a leak. He took the vehicle to a mechanic and the diagnostic test located the failure as the head gasket. The vehicle will be repaired. The VIN information wasn't available. The failure and current mileage were 76,600.
Subaru Outback 4 cyl wagon engine cooling problems/head gasket failure. Car had to be turned off in traffic several times,extremely hot,fumes go in the car. Took it to dealer and it is past warranty by approx 10,000 miles. It is a 4,000. Job to fix.