3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
43,500 miles

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problem #2

Apr 062003

Outback 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 87,000 miles
Transmission failure due to seal leaking fluid to front differential. Requires new transmission.

- Houston, MN, USA

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problem #1

Jul 061999

(reported on)

Outback

  • miles
Wheel bearing was leaking grease when it was lubricated which caused an unusual noise. Dealer replaced the seal for the wheel bearings.

- Milwaukie, OR, USA

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