2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 17, 2020 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other B9 Tribeca years
Not enough data 7th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca. That ranks 7th out of 7 B9 Tribeca model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 50 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1 · ~50 mi
Electrical System1 · ~50 mi
Power Train1 · ~125,000 mi
Visibility/wiper1 · ~50 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags150%50——
Electrical System150%50——
Power Train150%125,000——
Visibility/wiper150%50——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 1 complaints
2016: 1201612020: 120201

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When accelerating and vehicle shifts gears the engine spins and makes a popping sound jolting car forward. The transmission is slipping and popping into gear abruptly.

Power Train · received Nov 17, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11375098

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Air Bags · received Sep 1, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10902992

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca?

Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other B9 Tribeca model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.