Subaru Outback recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 15 safety recalls naming the Subaru Outback, launched from 2010 to 2024. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Subaru Outback recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 15
- 2010 to 2024
- Latest recall
- 1 November 2024
- R/2024/391
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Subaru Outback recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
SRT 351 - Malfunction of inhibitor switch on CVT
R/2024/391, launched 1 November 2024, 116 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the reverse lamp may not illuminate and / or the rear-view monitor may not display an image from the rear-view camera.
Remedy: Replace the inhibitor switch with an improved part.
THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE CONNECTOR MAY DISCONNECT
R/2022/260, launched 1 September 2022, 4,769 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, Levorg, XV
Defect: The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
Remedy: Inspect the electronic park brake connector and if necessary fit a retaining clip.
THE EYESIGHT LOGIC MAY CAUSE AN UN-NECESSARY ACTIVATION OF THE PRE-COLLISION BRAKING
R/2022/053, launched 1 March 2022, 152 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The Eyesight logic may cause un-necessary activation of the pre-collision braking.
Remedy: Re-program the Eyesight software
A DRIVING RANGE INDICATOR IN THE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY HAS A PROGRAM ERROR
R/2019/052, launched 20 March 2019, 422 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy
Defect: Driver multi-function display inaccurate remaining fuel mileage range.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have a software enhancement.
THE LOAD MAY EXCEED THE VALVE SPRING'S FATIGUE STRENGTH AND THE SPRING MAY FRACTURE
R/2019/025, launched 1 March 2019, 812 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Brz, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, XV
Defect: Engine valve springs may fracture.
Remedy: Replace all engine valve springs.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE CAPACITOR ON INNER CIRCUIT BOARD AND MAGNET RING OF THE SENSOR MAY FRACTURE
R/2018/346, launched 1 January 2019, 4,199 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy
Defect: Electronic park brake capacitor may fracture and fail.
Remedy: Replace the park brake actuator on affected vehicles.
MIS CONNECTION OF THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR
R/2018/326, launched 1 December 2018, 6,649 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, Legacy
Defect: Fuel pump wiring poor connection.
Remedy: Replace fuel pump harness and inspect pump flange or damage. Replace if required.
OBSTRUCTION IN COWL AREA MAY FORCE WIPERS TO PARK OUT OF POSITION AND OVERHEAT
R/2018/229, launched 20 September 2018, 3,906 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy
Defect: If wipers become obstructed motor may over heat with risk of fire
Remedy: Replace wiper motor bottom cover on affected vehicles
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IN A DEPLOYMENT EVENT
R/2018/141, launched 23 July 2018, 7,589 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Impreza, Legacy
Defect: Potential injury if Airbag deployed
Remedy: On Affected vehicles replace Airbag inflator unit
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY FAIL
R/2018/122, launched 30 April 2018, 13,200 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy, Tribeca
Defect: Front passenger air bag inflator may fail.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace airbag inflator unit.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2016/147, launched 1 August 2016, 255 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Legacy, Wrx
Defect: The crack on air intake ducts could cause the engine rough idle lower the power and the engine stall. Engine may stall whilst driving. Possible safety hazard whilst driving in traffic
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check date on air intake duct. Depending on finds the air intake ducts may have to be replaced.
BRAKE LAMPS MAY NOT FUNCTION
R/2015/131, launched 11 June 2015, 436 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is no inherent problem with the brake lamp switch. However if the brake lamp switch did fail the driver would not be informed that the brake lamps were not working or the adaptive cruise control or pre-collision braking. The brake lamps not working would increase the risk of an incident during normal driving.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the driving support system.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
R/2014/127, launched 30 November 2014, 21,343 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Impreza, Legacy
Defect: It is possible that corrosion can form on unprotected hidden brake pipes. This could result in the failure of the pipes and loss of brake fluid which can affect the brake system and ultimately cause reduced braking efficiency.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and if required replace the subject brake pipes.
BRAKES MAY FAIL
R/2013/119, launched 24 January 2014, 12,379 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy
Defect: It is possible that the metallic brake pipes that connect to the four way connector may be affected by corrosion in the Salt Belt Areas. If left unattended this could result in the pipes being subject to excessive corrosion which may cause a fluid leak. In extreme cases this may result in a reduction in braking efficiency.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and either provide additional protection or replace the brake pipes.
CVT GEARBOX OIL MAY LEAK AND LOSS OF DRIVE MAY OCCUR
R/2010/130, launched 3 September 2010, 404 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy
Defect: A gearbox oil cooler hose may split causing loss of drive and oil to leak onto the road surface with the ensuing danger to other road users.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified oil cooler hose.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Subaru Outback, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Subaru dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.