Table 1 shows five common exterior lighting related problems of the 2008 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| Fog Light Switch problems |
Recently replaced headlights did not illuminate on a return trip home. They turned off without warning while driving. According to the dealer, the wiring harness failed. Read details...
The rear gate harness wires that are in the grommet wear and break from the rear gate going up and down. This issue has many issues. Rear lighting and break light, rear wiper, also rear locking mechanism and other unknown issues. Read details...
Wire harness going to rear hatch had multiple wires severed by repeated opening/closing of rear hatch. Lock and tail light wires were broken though. 4 other wires had their insulation cut and the conductor was exposed. In searching the net this appears to be a very common problem. Read details...