Transmission Failure problems of the 2015 Subaru Outback

Three problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 2015 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2015 Subaru Outback based on all problems reported for the 2015 Outback.

1 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 08/03/2020

Received Subaru recall (wuj-95) on Aug,3. 2020 pertaining to exhaust pipe bellow failure. The recall includes replacement of the exhaust y-pipe that is installed from engine to tale pipe. This exhaust pipe in my understanding was installed under a stress manufacturing process where the pipe and fastener system has to be forced in to install. This puts excess stress on the bellows and caused failure. My question is why did Subaru wait five years to notify the consumer and issue a recall. Please return my request for a full explanation of what happened. 2nd. I would like to address the cvt transmission issue. Subaru extended the transmission failure time line to 10yr-100,000 mile. I am having many issues with my cvt transmission and Subaru will not issue a recall. With all the complaints and problems with the gen-5 cvt transmission would please take a 2nd look at this issue.

2 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 11/13/2019

Tl-the contact owns a 2015 Subaru Outback. While, driving 60 mph the vehicle failed to accelerate and loss power the check automotive transmission and check engine warning indicator lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the cvt transmission failed. The vehicle was towed to Subaru of puyallup 720 river rd, puyallup, wa 98371 (253) 286-5900 where diagnosed that the wrong transmission fluid was in vehicle. But, not repaired, the manufacturer was contacted who provided case number 150070620183 . The failure mileage was 74,000. Ap.

3 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 03/05/2018

Transmission failure. It is a known issue with models with their original cvt transmission, but rather than issue a recall, they're extending warranties and fixing as they break. This left me with no power on a state highway that had speed limits of 75mph. I managed to make it to the shoulder to be stranded for an hour waiting for a tow truck. This is extremely unsafe and if it's a known issue, I'm not sure why they're not preventing these scenarios. I was going about 70mph in the center lane of a 3 lane highway when suddenly my car jerked and then wouldnt accelerate.


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