Power Train Related Problems of the 2010 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows twelve common power train related problems of the 2010 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (41 problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (27 problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2010 Subaru Outback

The Power Train problem

It is a known issue with Subarus of this year that the engine will stall at random intervals when stopping, weather at a stop sign or stop light, warm or cold, fast stops or regular stopping. There is no consistency to it, completely random.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

The Outback is shuddering and stalling at intersections and stops frequently. The engine shuts off and the car stops abruptly. The car must be put back in park and turned back on every time it stalls. I have almost been rear ended multiple times because of the abrupt stopping caused by the faulty   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

When braking to a sudden stop, the car shudders and stalls. It is similar to the feeling of braking without depressing the clutch in a manual car, however this vehicle has an automatic cvt transmission.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Subaru Outback model year vehicles:



Outback Service Bulletins
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