2001 Subaru Outback Automatic Transmission Problems
- 9
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 subaru outback. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact heard a loud clicking noise and then the vehicle stalled. He noticed that the transmission had fallen out of the vehicle onto the road. The vehicle was towed to his residence. He is in the process of notifying the dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 75,000.
ODI 10241579
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission park mechanism does not engage properly. With selector lever in "park " and car turned off and ignition key removed, the car rolls. In the early years, the car rolled only slightly and finally "engaged": now, the car rolls several feet and does not always engage, requiring use of the emergency brake for all parking. Because the problem is getting worse, we searched for repair & recall…
ODI 10223809
Automatic Transmission
Starting around 62k miles, i heard a whining noise from the front of the car. The noise got louder and higher with wheel speed. When i took it to a mechanic, they diagnosed a bad differential bearing, and informed me that the recommended fix was replacement of the entire transmission, including both differentials. When i went to the dealer to confirm this, they quoted me $6,000-$8,000 for the repair. I tried to get…
ODI 10217820
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2001 subaru outback. After hearing a whining noise in the front of the car, i took my car into my mechanic. He informed me that i probably needed to have the front differential replaced and referred me to the dealership. The dealership told me i needed the entire transmission replaced. Because the milage on my car was at 62,000 miles, the dealership would not honor my warranty because it only extended to…
ODI 10128509
Automatic Transmission
My subaru outback unlimited 2001 needs a transmission replaced after only 74,000. All the repairs and service were performed at the dealership including the 60,00 mile major tune-up. All the service was done timely and as recommended. The dealer first said the noise was the alternator and replaced the alternator, but the noise continued. I took the car to another subaru dealer who said the problem was the…
ODI 10041409
Automatic Transmission
The vehicle was parked and off. Please provide any further information. *nlm the vehicle moved forward towards the fence. *la
ODI 10040618
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
Car has significant hesitation during periods of acceleration, usually around 2500-3500 rpm. Potentially dangerous in many driving situations. Have reported to dealer multiple times. Response is always "cannot reproduce - computer shows operating as designed". Car also has spontaneous acceleration at low speed, such as first taking foot off brake.*jb
ODI 10010279
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle suddenly accelerates while descending steep hill in 1st gear using engine as brake
ODI 9006771
Automatic Transmission
Overdrive light illuminated. Driver had vehicle towed to mechanic. Mechanic stated that transmission needed to be replaced. *ak
ODI 8003836