1. Subaru Outback
  2. Problems
  3. 2008
  4. Seat Belts

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Belts Problems

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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 3 stored complaint records:

  • 2 indicate a crash
  • 2 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

What owners report

  • seat belts · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi2
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • December 29, 2016 · 99,000 miles

    Air Bags · Seat Belts · Visibility/Wiper

    Air bag: the "ovhd console pass on off indicator" had to be replaced. Seat belts: the front driver side seat belt does not retract reliably. It has broken the left front door switch twice. Windshield wipers: the wiper blade transmission unit had to be replaced.

    ODI 10938852

  • April 27, 2009 · 13,000 miles

    Seat Belts

    Tl*the contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. While stopped at a stop sign, the contact's vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle. The driver's side seat belt failed to work properly and the contact struck the steering column and windshield. A police report was filed. The contact sustained back and arm injuries. She feels that the seat belts do not retract and secure an occupant in place when a crash occurs. The…

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10272886

  • April 27, 2009 · 12,900 miles

    Seat Belts

    Tl*the contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. The contact stated that her vehicle was rear-ended and the seat belt did not provide adequate restraint. She struck her chest on the steering wheel, which caused injuries to her chest and back. A police report was filed. She will have surgery on may 15, 2009 on her back. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that a representative will inspect the seat…

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10268806