Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2017 Subaru Outback.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hood Latch problems |
The contact's sister owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the hood unlatched, flew open, and struck the windshield, causing the windshield to shatter. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. It was unknown whether the driver was able to close the hood. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the driver was provided a loaner vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. It was unknown if the manufacturer was contacted or notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.