2018 Subaru Outback problems by component
807 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Subaru Outback, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 265 | 33% | 17,000 mi |
| Visibility/wiper → | 233 | 29% | 22,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 43 | 5% | 6,025 mi |
| Visibility → | 41 | 5% | 35,800 mi |
| Engine → | 36 | 4% | 7,000 mi |
| Steering → | 35 | 4% | 7,315 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 21 | 3% | 8,000 mi |
| Back Over Prevention → | 19 | 2% | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance → | 18 | 2% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 18 | 2% | — |
| Power Train → | 14 | 2% | — |
| Structure → | 13 | 2% | — |
| Wheels → | 11 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 1% | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 1% | — |
| Lane Departure | 8 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 8 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 1% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 0% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 0% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 0% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 0% | — |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 1 | 0% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.