Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 2009 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows six common exterior lighting related problems of the 2009 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (three problems).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Subaru Outback


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 2009 Subaru Outback

The Exterior Lighting problem

The contact owns a 2009 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front headlights became inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the daytime running light module needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

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...

The Headlight Switch problem

After fuses blown repeatedly and replaced, rear wiper, washer pump and lock ceased to operate for perhaps a year. Recently the headlights got real funky - would not operate in normal "on" position.   Read details...


Exterior Lighting related problems in other Subaru Outback model year vehicles:



Outback Service Bulletins
Outback Safety Recalls
Outback Defect Investigations