2001 Subaru Outback Engine Problems
- 5
- 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 | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
In 20 degree weather (fahrenheit) an overwhelming gasoline odor filled the cabin of my 2001 subaru legacy wagon (outback). This happened on three different trips around town yesterday. I have a 2.5l engine, using 87 octane gasoline. The check engine light did not eliminate during these episodes. I lifted the engine compartment hood when this happened a third time and found the vapor smell was strongest near the…
ODI 10380211
Engine · Fuel Pump
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 subaru outback. The contact noticed that the engine warning light would consistently illuminate on the instrument control panel. He took the vehicle to the dealer and a technician erased the fuel temperature code. Two weeks after the diagnostic, the contact noticed that the engine warning light had resurfaced on the instrument control panel. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and a…
ODI 10236231
Engine
Bought outback from nate wade subaru in salt lake city in nov. Of 2006. I was told that nate wade performed a complete inspection of the vehicle, and was told by the salesman, bryce, that the vehicle was in good condition. After purchasing the car(along with powertrain warranty), i noticed that in cold weather, the belt squealed. Talked to dealer, and dealer fixed the problem, but now i'm very insecure about the…
ODI 10204693
Engine
(1) events leading to failure---just driving the car, then check engine light came on, then engine started to get hot, so car was towed to dealer. (2) failure and its consequences--$1900 repair bill-two head gasket in engine---from arlington, ma subaru dealer--estimate reduced to $1700 upon request. Getting repair done with other shop (3) getting two head gaskets and other engine gaskets replaced. *jb
ODI 10109936
Engine
While in motion and descending a steep grade the vehicle will intermittently accelerate on its own up to 4500 and 5000 rpm's. Dealer is unable to duplicate the problem. *jg
ODI 10002568