10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 29,176 miles
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Our windshield began slowly cracking starting at the base of the driver side front window. It began at the bottom edge (heat strip) and moved half up the windshield before we replaced. Cost $569 for oem windshield. Subaru dealer denied the warranty claim, while admitting a problem with earlier versions that year's Outback.
- Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Star crack in windshield discovered stationary (in carport) the day after purchasing the vehicle (odometer reading 200 miles). Location of crack slightly above wiper blade on passenger side. Impact strike the size of a pinhead. The damage is characteristic of prior model years 2015 and 2016 in which the manufacturer initiated recalls. It is apparent this problem continues and has yet to be resolved.
- Thomasville, GA, USA
The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. While driving various speeds, there was a glare from outside the vehicle that reflected off the face plate of the navigation system without warning. The failure distracted the contact from driving and hindered her visibility. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the glare failure was confirmed. A buy back for the vehicle was offered; however, the contact declined. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000. Updated 04/06/17 lj the consumer stated the buy back offer involved a $5,500 loss. The consumer stated the light was so extreme that it was painful, causing nausea and migraines. Updated 09/20/20017
- Golden, CO, USA
- Denver, CO, USA