Power Train Related Problems of the 2017 Subaru Outback

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2017 Subaru Outback. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (38 problems). The second most common problem is related to the noises during shifting (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2017 Subaru Outback

The Power Train problem

Vehicle lost engine power twice while on the road between 8/12/23 and ~9/25/23. Took to Subaru santa monica service on 9/26, left it overnight, and was unable to replicate the problem. I cleaned the k&n drop in filter after 8/12 incident since I haven't cleaned it in a while.   Read details...

The Noises During Shifting problem

At about 112,000 miles, my 2017 Subaru Outback's transmission showed signs of failure. The "manual shift" gear lever position would no longer increase or decrease the transmission rpm and a whirring and clicking noise became apparent and increased or decreased with speed.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Engage problem

The gear shift does not engage fully in park when the car is stopped. This is an intermittent problem. If it is not engaged fully when the engine is off, the key cannot be removed and the gear shift can slide from park to reverse and neutral without pressing the gear shift button.   Read details...


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



Outback Service Bulletins
Outback Safety Recalls
Outback Defect Investigations