Subaru Outback owners have reported 2 problems related to automatic transmission column shift (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Subaru Outback based on all problems reported for the Outback.
Consumers child accidentally bumped the shift mechanism causing vehicle to roll backwards. The keys were not in the ignition when the consumers son bumped into the shift. It was verified that the safety interlock was not operating as designed. (a pin had come disconnected).
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all problems of the 2001 Subaru Outback
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When making a turn on road there is slight vibration. Transfer case had failed, causing loud noise while turning. Dealership is aware of problem.
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all problems of the 1998 Subaru Outback
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