Two problems related to side/window air bag have been reported for the 2016 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Subaru Outback based on all problems reported for the 2016 Outback.
Passenger side air bag is expanding out. Dash is splitting. Concern for premature activation.
Hit deer with right front fender at about 40 mph on a dry, straight hwy. Impact was minor, sheet metal damage only,no fluid loss or suspension system damage but air bags deployed violently, much smoke. Side air bags did not deflate making it very difficult to exit vehicle. Airbag impact on left ear has damaged hearing, probably permanently. Clearwater county idaho sheriffs office case number p2017-00350.
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