2013 Subaru Outback: recalls and problems
12 recalls and 297 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
The cvt transmission in my 2013 subaru outback failed at approximately 93,000 miles. approximately three weeks prior to the failure, i noticed an unusual sound while driving, but no other symptoms were apparent at that time, so i continued monitoring it. on the day of the failure, the rear tires began hopping and i lost acceleration while driving. fortunately, this occurred while i was on my driveway, so i did not n
Please contact carvana and make them take that vehicle off the market. i purchased it and by chance found out that bottom parts like subframe and exhaust pipe were inadequately installed . the mechanic said eventually i was going to flip over myself on the highway in that car. he also stated that this repair cost would be around $8000 - more than half of this used car was offered for on carvana. i returned the car. h
Not really sure, i don’t remember. it’s a wooded area , lots of deer etc. but i honestly don’t remember i saw my car it it fully intact , all doors , hood,trunk open, car starts too only front drivers wheel is bent in and lowest part of front bumper needs repair
The contact owns a 2013 subaru outback. the contact stated that after pulling into the driveway, the passenger-side door was opened and the driver-side airbag deployed. the contact stated the airbag had exploded inadvertently. the contact informed their insurance and was waiting for further instructions. the dealer was not informed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not informed. the fai
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Subaru Outback SUV AWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Outback. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.