Tire Related Problems of the 2005 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2005 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (one problem).

Table 1. Tire related problems of Subaru Outback

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
2
Tire Tread/belt problems
1
Tire Sidewall problems
1

Recently reported Tire problems of the 2005 Subaru Outback

The Tire problem

I have a 2005 Subaru Outback turbo. Turbo failed at 65k miles. Axel broke at 64k miles and now the right wheel bearing is out at 70k miles. I understand there is a recall on both rear bearings but not the front. Turbo has been a big problem too.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

Excessive rear tire wear, bridgestone potenza re92, 225/55/17 installed on 2005 Subaru Outback. Normal tire wear through 19k miles. Rear tires completly worn out after 2k road trip with moderate vehicle loading. No signs of mis-alignment or over/under inflation. Front tires remain serviceable.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Last month, sidewall failure of bf goodrich touring pro 225/60r16 h-rated. Purchased replacement tire at sam's club 3 weeks ago. Today, the replacement tire failed - some type of tread separation. Concerned as I have these tires on both my 05 Subaru Outback, and also my 97 Volvo 850.   Read details...


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