Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2008 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Control Module problems | |
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Transmission Fluid Leaking problems |
Due to a known manufacturing defect in the automatic transmission acknowledged in TSB 16-74-09 the driveability of my vehicle has been severely hampered and the shuddering/vibration is steadily worsening. Read details...
Transmission failure. Dealer has replaced the transmission three times so far. None of the repairs have lasted more than a day or two. Vehicle works fine, then starts slipping out gear. This has been going on now for two months. Manufacturer silent on guidance. Read details...
2008 Outback Subaru - drove the car for over 1 year with the transmission jerking into gears. I had the dealer/mechanics check it 4 times within the first 2 months of the purchase. They could not find the problem. Read details...