Table 1 shows six common exterior lighting related problems of the 2009 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| Headlight Switch problems | |
| Back Up Lights problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems |
The headlights on our Outback burn out frequently. We have had multiple different headlights burn out (at least 5) over the years that we've had the car. On each occurance the light burned out when the vehicle was started and not while driving. Read details...
Individual wires in the harness powering and controlling the brake, turn, backup, and license plate lights, and the rear wiper motor and washer pump, may fail without warning. This failure could result in an rear end collision or impairing vision out the rear window in inclement weather. Read details...
Rear hatch wiring has worn to the point of fully breaking four and damaging five other wires out of approximately 14 total going through the flexible boot between the body and the hatch on the passenger side of the vehicle. Read details...