2019 Subaru Outback visibility problems
63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 2019 Subaru Outback — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH the front windshield cracked approximately 6 inches from the heat sensor, no warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted however the vehicle was not diagnosed as the contact was advised that…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
“The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the front windshield cracked without impact during colder temperatures. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…”
filed Dec 10, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility problems in other Outback years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Outback | 1 | 1% |
| 2023 Outback | 3 | 3% |
| 2022 Outback | 26 | 6% |
| 2021 Outback | 10 | 3% |
| 2020 Outback | 70 | 8% |
| 2018 Outback | 41 | 5% |
| 2017 Outback | 30 | 3% |
| 2016 Outback | 8 | 1% |
| 2015 Outback | 14 | 3% |
| 2014 Outback | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 Outback | 3 | 1% |
| 2012 Outback | 4 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Subaru Outback
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.