general problems of the 2003 Subaru Outback

Three problems related to wheel have been reported for the 2003 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wheel problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2007

- the contact stated that a company vehicle, a 2003 Subaru Outback , has the same problem that was mentioned in recall campaign # 02v235000. On 02/10/07 while driving 55 mph under good road conditions the right rear tire came off the vehicle. The contact stated that there was no notice of the wheel having any problems. The contact stated that the recall stated that the wheels may have an off-center diameter. He changed the tire, and drove the vehicle about 30 miles. The current mileage was 111500.

2 Wheel problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2004

Wheel wells of Subaru Outback pack up with ice while driving in high moisture content snow and slush, causing tires to rub on ice in wheel wells while driving, impeding turning radius and abs sytem.

3 Wheel problem

The vehicle experienced problems with the wheels. The vehicle did not turn when needed.


Other Wheel related problems of the 2003 Subaru Outback

Wheel problems
3
Wheel Bolts problems
1


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