Subaru Outback Sport Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Subaru Outback Sport, across 3 model years (2006–2009). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Subaru Outback Sport years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Outback Sport model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Outback Sport: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 Outback Sport: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 Outback Sport: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Subaru Outback Sport problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Subaru Outback Sport model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Outback Sport | 6 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 Outback Sport | 4 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 Outback Sport | 4 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Subaru Outback Sport years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (6), 2008 (4), 2006 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Subaru Outback Sport?
Air Bags, with 6 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Subaru Outback Sport have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.