Brake Fluid Leak Problems of Subaru Outback

The brake lines show evidence of corrosion with one leaking fluid. My dtr was driving to FL and noted excess brake pedal travel upon arrival and brought it to a repair shop for diagnosis. The mec. H informed her of problem and sent photos of corroded brake lines. I'll forward with addtl. Correspondence if needed.

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While driving in bloomington, the brake lines failed. Managed to pull over into a mall parking lot. Brake fluid poured out from the brake lines which had rusted through near the gas tank. My vehicle had been repaired based on recall wqk47, but it was this area that had corroded, leaving the brakes useless.

Stepped on the brakes while on the highway and they went to the floor. Fortunately I was able to grab the emergency brake and Dodge into the next lane otherwise I would have slammed into the car in front of me, causing unknown damage/injury. I used the parking break and manual shifting option to limp it back to my house a few miles away. I walked around the vehicle and found a puddle of brake fluid dripping onto the ground at the passenger side rear wheel. Upon further inspection, I found a metal brake line was leaking fluid where it was clamped to the vehicle body. As I was looking for the part/information on it, I came across a known recall for this problem. I contacted Subaru and they stated that the recall had already been done on 8/8/2014. Part of the recall stated that if it wasn't leaking at the time, they were to spray it with an anti-corrosion of some sort and call it good. Apparently that's what happened to mine because the lines are very rusty and corroded. Now they want to charge thousands of dollars to have the repair completed. If this is a known safety issue and the results of failure are possibly crashing at high speeds when the brake line ruptures, how are they able to spray an anti-corrosion fluid over top of rust and wash their hands of such a potentially dangerous/fatal known problem? recall #wqk-47, 14v311000, and wqg-43.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the NHTSA campaign number: 14v311000 (service brakes, hydraulic) but the recall remedy failed to remedy the vehicle. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and the brake light fractured with brake fluid leaking. The vehicle was towed to a independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the brake line was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to byers dublin Subaru 2455 billingsley rd, columbus, OH 43235 (614) 792-2455 but no further assistance was given. The contact stated that he have been calling the dealer but no response. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was looked at by a independent contractor with no further assistance. The failure mileage was 255081. Dr.

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Driving at 70 miles an hour on i95 in providence rhode island, tapped the break to keep keep safe distance from car in front, pedal seemed a bit soft. Then had to preform a hard stop as the entire 3 lanes had stopped due to an accident. Pedal went clear to the floor, no stopping power what so ever. Fortunate enough to have been able to swerve left into the high speed breakdown lane and downshift to slow the car. Upon coming to a rolling stop with use of the emergency brake it was noted that brake fluid was spewing from under the car, this car nearly killed myself and my 13 year old daughter. Contacted Subaru regarding the recall wqk-47 which they stated was completed in sept 2015 with the previous owner. I inquired as to the extent of the work and they were unable to provide the information. They also stated that this failure was beyond the scope of the original recall, and a result of wear and tear. They could not provide information if the brake lines were coated, or replaced for my particular car, they couldn't comment if the anti- corrosive agent was applied to the entire brake line system, nor the mileage on the car at the time of the replacement. The brake lines used by Subaru ar clearly substandard and unsafe. If one area is able to corrode and leak, what says another area wont do the same. My daughter and myself were placed in harms way and could have potential been severely harmed, and even worse harmed someone else or another family had I not been able to use the high speed brake down lane. Substandard parts nearly killed myself and my daughter.

My 2011 Subaru Outback was brought in for a tire change and upon return, it was found that the brake lines were completely corroded and leaking fluid. Unfortunately, this was found out after I drove it out of the shop and I had no ability to stop whatsoever. Luckily the traffic in the area was light and I was able to pull to the side of the road after putting the car into neutral. The brake lines were corroded beyond belief in the center of the car. Coincidently this issue is known and recalls already occurred in 2014 with 660,000 Subarus. However, my specific year was not a part of this recall. The rest of the undercarriage had minimal corrosions or at least the expected level after 8 years of service. The brake lines themselves had significantly more corrosion and this could have easily lead to an awful accident. This is poor engineering and I believe that Subaru is to blame. I could have been killed because of this issue and Subaru seems unsympathetic. There is no way a brake line in the center of the car should become corroded so quickly. It's reasonable to say that the front left and right or back left and right lines could have been pinched when the car turns, creating a leak of some kind. However, the center of the car and the fitments that piece the brake line together were beyond shot. I find it strange that 2005-2009 Outbacks were covered under the recall but what changed with 2010 and beyond? my guess is that I'm not the only one whos ran into the same issue. The poor engineering with this model is most certainly a safety concern.

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Tl the contact owns a 2005 Subaru Outback. While the vehicle was in reverse with the brake pedal depressed and extended to the floorboard, the vehicle continued to drive in reverse. Upon inspection, it was discovered that brake fluid leaked from the brake lines and was present on the floor near the rear passenger wheel. The vehicle was towed to Subaru of newport news (783 j clyde morris blvd, newport news, va) where it was diagnosed that the brake lines were damaged due to corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v311000 (service brakes). The contact indicated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 183,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the brake line was rusted. Due to the rust, brake fluid leaked from the brakes, which made it hard to stop the vehicle. The contact called john kennedy Subaru (1201 e ridge pike, Plymouth meeting, PA 19462, (610) 278-5000) and was informed that an unknown recall had expired; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 182,000.

I was driving on a city street when I lost braking power. I was able to slow the car down to a stop and get it towed to a mechanic without damage to my car or someone else's vehicle. The mechanic replaced both rear brake lines because they had rusted to the point where they leaked brake fluid. I called Subaru. They told me that they were not liable for the problem.

I was driving about 30 mph on a country road, attempted to stop, and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I was able to use my paddle shifters to slow the car down to a safer speed. After the pedal went to the floor, I noticed that the brake warning light had come on. Luckily I was close to home and was able to limp the car back home where the car has sat unable to be driven. There is an outstanding recall (Subaru #214790, NHTSA# 14v311000) for 05-09 Outback models. Although my VIN says it's a 2010, it takes 2009 brake pads (2010 pads weren't even close) so I suspect it's an early 2010 model with some 2009 parts- specifically the braking system. Our household has had this problem fixed on 5 different Subarus (92 Outback, 95 Outback, 98 Outback, 02 Outback, 09 legacy) so we are well aware of the problem. This failed in exactly the same spot photos attached of the blown brake lines. I contacted my dealer the day it happened and they said there are no open recalls for this for my model year- even after I explained the different size brake pads. They suggested I contact Subaru America- which I did on sept 4. They said the same thing as the dealer, suggested I call Subaru corporate (they were closed) but cautioned me that they wouldn't be able to help. I think the recall should be extended to include at least the 2010 model. I'm trying the NHTSA because it's a major safety problem that occurs without warning. The next person this happens to may not be so lucky. Is there anything you can do to help? I'm looking for this to be fixed on my car and the recall to be extended to other cars with this design flaw. The 3 photos attached show: img_2145. Jpg- brake fluid leaking from fuel tank protector in right rear img_2152. Jpg- inside of panel- with a puddle of brake fluid img_2151. Jpg- rear brake lines themselves- notice to corrosion.

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Brakes failed at a stoplight while braking for a red light. Brakes failed at approximately 10mph. Brake pedal depressed down to the floor, a popping sound was heard from the back of the car and the brakes completely stopped working. Needed to use hand brake to safely stop car. Mechanics said the brake line on the rear passenger side had corroded through and broke. Braking fluid was leaking out of the car around the broken hose. The broken portion of the cable was inside the the car, and not directly exposed to the road or outside. Car was previously serviced for recall 14v311000 involving brake line corrosion, but they failed to fix this part of the line. Recall repair was performed approximately 1 year before incident. Contacted Subaru USA about the issue, and they said they would not pay for any part of the repair.

Brake line failure, loss of brakes while driving on us hwy 221. Brake fluid was leaking out from the gas tank splash shied. The brake fluid reservoir was empty. According to recall bulletin a design flaw in the splash shield allows salt to accumulate in this area. I truly believe this is why I have had this failure. Recall performed previously did not remedy problem. Subaru applies band aid by spraying with anti-corrosion noxrust. This does not alleviate/solve the corrosion already occurring leading to failure later on, as in my case. This should be addressed immediately before loss of life occurs. I have contacted Subaru to inform of the issue involving my situation. Their agent indicates they are not responsible due to previously performing service wqk47. This does not remove the failing components that have already begun to deteriorate due to surface corrosion. This should cause an immediate alarm to any owners knowing they could possibly experience my situation. I was lucky. No one was injured or no property damage. This will not always be the case. Be aware Subaru is turning a blind eye to the real danger of these faulty, corroded brake lines. I do not trust them to do any further inspection or repair of my vehicle and will trust it to my local mechanic who has my faith. Subaru has failed!!!! my hope is that the NHTSA will open an investigation before this goes mainstream nationally. Who can replace a lost live?.

I bought car oct 6; first inspection appointment at my usual garage mon oct 12- failed due to rusty suspect brake connection. Seller had me take to his dealer- mastria Subaru in raynham. They put a paint/coating over rusty area. I was pretty skeptical but brought car to my garage in vt Monday oct 19 and the leaky brake fluid much more clearly visible- due to smoother (though bumpy from oxidation below) paint surface. I also saw leaking coolant, leaks in oil pan, and a crack in muffler pipe just engine side of muffler (it had been getting noisier and noisier) my mechanic pointed out the timing belt gasket was missing and one bolt 'missing' ; it was sticking out of another 'hole' that was for a fully threaded bolt. The seller has sent long-winded insulting e-mails and states I must return car to him to have the same dealer service it. I am taking it to a&m, 400 mystic Ave, somerville this morning near me! for estimate today. There's a reject sticker from reading petroleum on it- I didn't know MA & vt had reciprocal status- but I think the vt inspection is more stringent, safer and comprehensive.

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