2000 Subaru Outback Suspension Problems
- 7
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
The rear sub-frame is rotted and about to break. While driving the sub-frame is shifting causing loud banging. When starting, stopping and driving the loud banging is heard from the shifting of the rotted sub-frame.
ODI 10837324
Power Train · Suspension
I was advised by a mechanic on 4/20/15 that the rear cradle is very rusty, enough that i should avoid carrying heavy loads. I just noticed on this website that there was a recall in 2003 for inadequate rustproofing of that part; however, we never received notice of a recall. Can this be repaired or replaced now? There was no incident associated with this problem.
ODI 10872273
Suspension · Underbody Shields
There was a burned rubber smell and noise coming from the left rear wheel area of the car. The suspension subframe snapped and caused the left rear tire to be shaved from contact with the wheel well. We were told by our mechanic that we had no recourse on this recall and he offered us $500 for the vehicle stating that we could not get it fixed by subaru. We also called subaru and they said that there was no recall…
ODI 10573240
Suspension · Underbody Shields
After looking at some of the complaints about the sub frame recall.my mechanic looked at the sub frame on a lift and explained that it was rusted thru and unfixable.if this car was properly undercoated under the recall it would not be in this condition.i called subaru and they said the work was done on the car per the recall.it is funny how there is no other rust than in the spot where the work was supposed to be…
ODI 10531578
Power Train · Suspension · Underbody Shields
I was driving along, around 50 mph. I hit a bump in the road, and there was a loud bang. The vehicle jerked and swerved, as it was snowing... I almost lost control. The rear sub-frame was rusted out and had broken, allowing the rear differential to break free and smash up into the fuel tank and cause severe jerking. I had done a little reading, subaru had a recall on this vehicle for inferior metal on the rear…
ODI 10510682
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru outback. The vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 03v153000 (suspension:rear) and was repaired. After the repair, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for unrelated issues when the mechanic advised the contact that the rear subframe assembly was completely corroded. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs.…
ODI 10440615
Suspension
Consumer received a recall letter july of 2002. Dealer claimed could not do repairs because parts weren't available. Kelly subaru, [redacted]., tallahassee fl., 32304 [redacted].*ak
ODI 10046100