2023 Subaru Outback Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Subaru Outback, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
2
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
89
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Outback and 89 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 17 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING17
- VISIBILITY/WIPER16
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER15
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL10
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS8
- SERVICE BRAKES7
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING6
2023 Outback Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH · 23V755000
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · 23V647000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Remedy: Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
2023 Outback Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09-122-24R | Oct 30, 2026 | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump S… | 11039399 |
| 09-142-26 | Oct 30, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | This bulletin announces a change to the troubleshooting tree when diagnosing DTC P2404 EVAP SYSTEM LEAK DETECTION PUMP SENSE CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE. | 11039397 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Oct 26, 2026 | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This is an update announcement regarding the TechShare & NorthStar Integration - CVT Diag. | 11039384 |
| 18-247-26 | Oct 23, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This Service Information Bulletin announces Service Manual updates for the diagnosis of hands-free calling and voice recognition concerns. | 11039393 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (S | Oct 22, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on the connected services platform for Subaru EVs. | 11039385 |
| 15-304-22R | Oct 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an rev… | 11039388 |
| 15-344-26 | Oct 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | This bulletin provides a step-by-step diagnostic procedure for resolving Remote Engine Start (RES) failures for both Telematics and remote engine start equipped vehicles. | 11039387 |
| WRC-26R | Oct 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program for certain 2023-2025 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped… | 11039358 |
| 18-246-26 | Oct 15, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This Bulletin procedure announces a revised diagnostic procedure for DTC B28A6 INTERNAL STEREO CAMERA COMMUNICATION. | 11039374 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (S | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE | This announcement provides information on an outage affecting the Subaru Select Monitor 5 application. | 11039370 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (Q | Oct 15, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on DCM replacememts due to a parasitic draw. | 11039369 |
| 16-154-25R | Oct 9, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the o… | 11039363 |
| 16-152-26 | Oct 9, 2026 | POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Service Information Bulletin announces the availability of ThreeBond 1216J (SOA868V9640) designed for the following transmission applications: TR690, TH58A, TH2A, TH2B and… | 11039362 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Oct 5, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This announcement provides information on the TechShare & NorthStar Intergration - CVT Diag. Tool & Warranty Eligibility. | 11039357 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (W | Oct 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on the WRC-26 DCM reprogramming service program. | 11039356 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (M | Oct 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines. | 11037943 |
| 15-333-25R | Oct 1, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the o… | 11039354 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Sep 28, 2026 | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on an enhancement of the TechShare CVT diagnostic assitance application. | 11037942 |
| 13-109-26 | Sep 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles. | 11037940 |
| 18-244-26 | Sep 18, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | "This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit" | 11037938 |
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