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2019 Subaru Outback Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 1,036 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Subaru Outback, most often about the visibility and wipers (37% of complaints, typically around 11,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Outback model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2019 Subaru Outback problems
Visibility and wipers
387 complaints · 37%Half of these problems showed up before 11,000 miles. Parts named most often: windshield, defroster/defogger/hvac system.
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that there was a small crack in the middle of the front windshield. The crack expanded in hot weather. The contact called lancaster county motors Subaru (1705 manheim pike, lancaster, pa [phone]), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure was reported to…
I had parked try 2019 Outback for work on a public street. When I got in after work and closed my door, the rear glass shattered and about 1/4 of it fell into the back of the car. I inspected the interior of the car and the outside area where it was parked, looking for some sign that maybe someone had tried to break…
Electrical
364 complaints · 35%Half of these problems showed up before 13,000 miles. Parts named most often: 12v/24v/48v battery, horn, wiring.
While camping in a semi-remote location, our battery died, requiring a lengthy process to get a jump start. The only draw on the battery had been moderate use of the ljftgate the evening before. Additional expenses involved a hotel stay and purchase of a jump battery for peace of mind for the rest of our trip. We did…
Second time battery was drained. Alternator is ok. It is driven every week including highway miles. Dealership says there are no issues with the car. It had been parked in driveway 1 1/2 days. Previously had a problem with radio changing volume by it self and horn honking without touching the center of driving wheel.
Other or unspecified
204 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 9,000 miles.
18" long windshield crack appeared on the passenger side about 6" from the bottom. I was driving on the highway and it may have cracked when or if pebble hit it. A lot of bugs died on my windshield that morning too so I had to use my windshield wipers and washer fluid. I did not notice a crack because it was way too…
My car would not start (today, o5/14/2020), I had to call road assist, and person who jump started my car told me that there is a problem with this particular model, Subaru Outback 2019, for example today he had to jump start 3 cars exactly like mine (Subaru Outback 2019). He told that battery should not go bad this…
Driver assistance
43 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 15,000 miles. Parts named most often: warnings, automatic emergency braking, warning, adaptive cruise control.
The windshield on my 2019 Subaru Outback has cracked twice since I leased it on 4/11/2019. The cracks require the windshield to be replaced and the driver assist features to be recalibrated. Each cracked occurred when the car was in motion on the highway.
Continuing problems with the battery being dead (five). The car has been in the shop twice and had the battery replaced both times. The service appointments occurred nov. 2019 and march 2021.
Engine
40 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 9,500 miles.
Had my first oil change at 5,000 miles and at 9,600 my oil light came on. Went home and put 1 quart of oil in vehicle and was still down low. Took to dealer and they changed oil and noted I had still been low 1/2 quart. Filed case with suburu of america. Nowin process of oil consumption test, but, saw that dealership…
Random lack of acceleration and engine stumble; failed to accelerate when pulling out into traffic from side street nearly being hit by on-coming car. Seems to have become more frequent after engine fuel pump was changed due to recall.
Steering
36 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 2,000 miles.
Driving on city streets - car steering wheel pulls to right without warning - feeling of losing control of car by driver - also pulls to the left when changing lanes to the left -- speed 40 to 50 miles an hour - feels like steering wheel is "loose" or has come loose. Complained to dealer yesterday - they said it is a…
Vehicle steering is dangerous...vehicle suddenly lunged hard right then hard left ...all while in motion on the road about 35 MPH...was very perplexed and I'm scared to drive the vehicle now...after googling make & model recalls earlier years had steering issues recalled...perhaps this is the case for this vehicle?…
Fuel system
32 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 15,500 miles. Parts named most often: delivery.
My Outback had fuel pump failure and stalled on highway ramp on july 5, 2020 after Subaru dealership replaced fuel pump on july 1, 2020 per safety recall wrd-20. On july 1, 2020, I had my 18,000 miles service and safety recall wrd-20 (fuel-pump) done at Subaru dealership. Picked up the car and drove it home. On july…
In january, 2020, my 2019 Subaru Outback failed to start because the battery was dead. It did start with a jump but had a dead battery the next time I wanted to use it. I had the Outback towed to the nearest dealer over 100 miles away. They offered no help, telling me the problem was battery drainage from the remote…
Body and structure
27 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 4,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
I purchased a new 2019 Outback at the end of march in 2019. In may 2019, my windshield spontaneously cracked, diagonally across the entire windshield. I took it to the dealership in july to note the crack and request they replace it since it seemed to happen without any impact. The crack began from the top edge on the…
My daughter was driving with my granddaughter and was hit from the rear, totaling my 2019 Subaru Outback. Both my daughter and granddaughter reported hitting the dashboard or the windshield. None of the airbags deployed and the driver's headrest ended up on the driver's lap. At the time of the accident, the front auto…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Subaru Outback recalls
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 24, 2021. Subaru and toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrg-21.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ascent, 2018 forester, 2018-2020 impreza, legacy, outback, 2018-2019 brz, wrx, and toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began june 4, 2020. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrd-20.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019 impreza, outback, legacy, and ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
Body and structure: structure
Risk: In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began july 26, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wuh-93.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019 legacy and outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2019 Subaru Outback
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Outback?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: visibility and wipers (387 complaints, typically around 11,000 miles); electrical (364 complaints, typically around 13,000 miles); other or unspecified (204 complaints, typically around 9,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru Outback have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 29, 2021 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Subaru Outback?
- It is the most complained-about Outback model year since 2000, with 1,036 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.