2003 Subaru Outback Suspension Problems
- 4
- 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 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Frame And Members · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 subaru outback. The contact stated that the rear suspension subframe was rusted and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that there was a recall regarding the rear suspension subframe corrosion, but the vin was not included. The manufacturer was not notified. The recall details and failure mileage were unknown.
ODI 10948991
Suspension
Driving home from work noticed car was not handling correctly. Had certified mechanic check and he found the drive side rear spring lower mount had failed due to rust. Also noted that passenger side lower spring mount was starting to fail. The car is driven in the ny , nj, ct, mass, nh and maine states year round. Car has been maintained in accordance with subaru specifications. I am the original owner and have been…
ODI 10503356
Suspension
I am the original owner 2003- current/2013. Accelerating from a stop light in traffic, i heard a very loud snap and the right rear side of my car fell to within an inch of the right rear tire. I was able to drive the car, slowly, to a subaru specialist. I was told the right rear strut rusted and broke after only 7 years and less than 87k miles. I was forced to replace the strut assembly since this was a safety…
ODI 10510665
Manual Transmission · Suspension
Defective drive shaft defective viscous coupler defective suspension no deaths or accidents yet i am afraid that my life and safety are seriously at risk and none of the subaru techs will acknowledge a problem or agree to fix. I had the above defects diagnosed by an auto shop not affiliated with subaru. There may be other problems too. *tr
ODI 10240259