2006 Subaru Outback Engine Problems
- 42
- 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.
Among these 42 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 27 records
- engine light · 17 records
- cruise control · 13 records
- accelerator pedal · 8 records
- light came · 6 records
- position sensor · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving down i-25 the car lost all power and had no acceleration. The car would only idle, i noticed a check engine light on. I had the car towed to a repair shop and when the code was read a p2138 that had to do with the accelerator the mechanic said it happens alot with this year subaru. He told me by just shutting the car off and waiting a few minutes it would have driven normal,when he started it again it…
ODI 10648362
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 subaru outback. When the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond and the check engine indicator illuminated. The failure occurred multiple times. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
ODI 10626329
Engine · Power Train
My 2006 subaru outback has had a code p2138 issue for over two months now. In many cases i am in the car with my 4 year old son and end up being in danger for no reason. Loosing 99% of power while going to school or to the store. All attempts to fix this issue have not worked and the car itself is thought of as a death trap in our house. Subaru disregards the code and offers no fix. Please issue a recall. Lives are…
ODI 10626319
Engine
Our 2006 subaru outback needs the head gaskets and rear main seal replaced. The vehicle has been maintained to manufacturer recommendations. This seems to be a common issue for the 2.5 engine and should be recalled. *tr
ODI 10597565
Engine
In the summer of 2011 i was driving on the highway at approx 75mph. All of a sudden temp gauge made a big jump into the red zone and the engine started making loud upsetting sounds. Pulled off the highway and right at the exit lost power steering and the car died. Car was diagnosed with blown head gaskets and cracked engine block. The entire engine was replaced under warranty (approx $8000 replacement). Fast forward…
ODI 10614600
Engine
Subaru head gasket has failed. This is a known issue across just about all subaru models with 2.5 engine. If you contact various subaru owners you will see that this head gasket failure is high at an abnormal rate. I am hoping that you investigate and hold the responsible and accountable. This is unacceptable. *js
ODI 10579707
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 subaru outback. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact also stated that the check engine and the cruise control warning lights illuminated. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.
ODI 10652197
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 subaru outback. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, there was a sudden loss of engine power as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed but the failure was unable to be replicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was…
ODI 10552803
Engine
Both head gaskets failed and had to be replaced at 78,063 miles. *tr
ODI 10559951
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Happened twice in one week. All of sudden, accelerator not responsive and lost of power. Check engine light comes on and cruise flashing. After turning on and off or stay off for a night, lights went out themselves. Error code p2138 accelerator position sensor. Check sensor no obvious loose on connector. Press connect on and no issue so far. It seems the connector too close to the floor and easy to kicked or touched…
ODI 10551587
Engine
No warning lights. No precussors. Vehicle purchased 5/13 w 86k on it. Dealer hides behind 'as is' or expensive warranty after bragging about 'award winning dealership'. First oil change at 90896 in 8/13= forced dealer to replace head gasket-leaking-smelled oil on test drive-dealer poo-poo'd as recent oil change prior to sale. I paid for timing belt. 10/13-car died pulling into driveway with horrendous knocking…
ODI 10550306
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
Four times in one month prior the above date, this vehicle stopped running in traffic. It would not restart. Most importantly, the automatic transmission could not be taken out of gear and put into park!! In addition, the emergency brake failed to properly keep the vehicle from rolling in traffic. The most recent time this happened, the driver was in heavy traffic on a hill and the emergency brake again did not…
ODI 10550045
Engine
Turbo engine on outback ceased to work- could have caused a car fire. Unable to accelerate above 30 mph. *tr
ODI 10510779
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
There have been two incidents so far. One was traveling on the freeway at 65mph when the throttle completely stopped responding. The other incident occurred at much lower speeds when turning a corner and the throttle no longer responded. In both cases the car would not accelerate or maintain speed. Pressing on the accelerator did not have any effect at all. In both cases the car would "coast" along at whatever speed…
ODI 10498343
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving on interstate highway, vehicle lost engine power. Electric was still on. Gas pedal did not work. Cel and cruise control lights both blinking. Was able to maintain 15 mph on flat road, and barley any speed on incline. Got off highway near home and shut of engine. Waited and tried to start back up. 30 seconds of cranking, and nothing. Waited another minute and it started. Got home and pulled a p2138…
ODI 10486652
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 subaru outback. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 45,000.
ODI 10588093
Engine · Suspension
Check engine light no. 1 piston defective engine replaced covered by warranty. 2nd engine & turbo failure at 94,591 miles nov 10 2010 not covered by warranty we paid $5005.00 in repair bills there was coolant, oil, & other fluid loss & a lot of smoke. The 3rd engine & turbo failure august 2012 diagnosis by international auto/subaru showed no.1 piston came loose also there was check engine light in all 3 incidents we…
ODI 10474270