2008 Subaru Outback Air Bags Problems
- 94
- 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.
What owners report
- airbag light · 33 records
- takata recall · 26 records
- warning light · 22 records
- issue failure · 18 records
- failure parts · 17 records
- passenger airbag · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Electrical System
My vehicle has a problem with an intermittent airbag light illuminating, indicating an issue with the airbag system. Specifically in my case, it indicates that the overhead airbag indicator system is in a fault state. This is extremely common in this vehicle and age, with many other owners reporting the same issue with no recall action from subaru. This is a major safety issue with this car if not addressed and can…
ODI 11194124
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
Sticky, melting dashboard, shiny and reflective in direct sunlight creating visibility problems, unsure how it will react if passenger airbag must be deployed thru deteriorating dashboard, affecting resale value. Dashboard literally comes off on hands or wiping rags, possible release of chemicals into interior? Subaru will only address 1/3 of the defect repair cost. Total average cost for replacement is approx…
ODI 11142465
Air Bags
After passenger air bag replacement airbag light would come on intermittently. Now airbag light stays on. Also found moisture from a/c being on under the dashboard after passenger air bag was replaced. Airbag light stays on all the time until car is turned off. Moisture from a/c is when a/c is on anytime.
ODI 11099819
Air Bags
2008 subaru outback. Consumer writes in regards to passenger side airbag recall. Consumer states that vehicle was totaled and would like for their contact information to be removed from database. *ld *js
ODI 11097428
Air Bags
Airbag warning light system is on intermittently, especially following cold weather. Keywords: "subaru code 26 airbag". It is clear that this problem is persistent and other subaru owners report the same problem. There appears to be a problem with inadequate soldering of the electronics on the printed circuit board (pcb) related to the airbag warning light display. It is unclear whether this defect impairs the…
ODI 11074497
Air Bags
Takata air bag related. We replaced the recalled passenger takata airbag a while ago, and at the same time paid $297.95 to the dealer to fix the issue (error code 26) related to the airbag failure indicator warning light comes. Now we are having the same problem again with the airbag failure indicator warning light, it is turned on. Subaru should be paying for repairing this re-occuring problem with the warning…
ODI 11065536
Air Bags
Takata recall i understand that i may be driving a car with these airbags and that they may cause serious damage or death in case of an accident. Nothing has yet happened, but in the case of an accident there could be something serious.
ODI 11056982
Air Bags · Power Train
Airbag replaced as per recall, but not long therafter, the airbag light went on and won't go off. Apparently, this is a common problem, and subaru should cover it. Also, rear wheel bearings failing at 48k, very low mileage for them to need to be replaced.
ODI 11035894
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting
Subaru has an extremely common faulty wiring issue with an led printed circuit board that is part of the airbag warning light system that resides in the maplight assembly above the rear view mirror. This problem has been reported by countless vehicle owners across a number of models (including outback and forester) across a number of model years. A simple google search using the keywords: "subaru code 26 airbag"…
ODI 11020944
Air Bags · Engine
Takata recall-- subaru "repair" of defective airbags dangerous. Warning light illuminates regularly. Subaru refuses to fix. ----note subaru also refused to repair long reported issues with brakes, air bag, windshield. They sought $$thousands of dollars in repair billings. All three of these later subject of recalls. Subaru reported oil consumption due to gasket leakage, concern for cat converter as potential repair…
ODI 11014554
Air Bags
Takata recall. Reporting my car is on the recall list. I was informed with a letter from subaru my car has this defect. I am making an appointnent to have it replaced asap. It has not deployed yet.
ODI 11012952
Air Bags
Original soldering in overhead center console where passenger airbag on/off light is located was loose causing the airbag light on the dash to turn on. It seems to be a widespread issue with this generation of subaru outback. With the airbag light illuminated on the dash the airbags may not go off in an accident causing a major safety concern.
ODI 11072418
Air Bags
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v323000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact made an appointment with a dealer, but there were no parts available when the contact arrived. The manufacturer…
ODI 10949251
Air Bags
Letter from consumer regarding issues with his 2008 subaru outback due to a recall; seeking assistance in getting his vehicle corrected by january 31, 2017. *smd the consumer referenced recall # 15v323000. *jb
ODI 10944929
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
Air Bags
We were contacted to have passenger airbag replaced. They have not contacted us in several months.
ODI 10924539
Air Bags · Engine · Service Brakes
All of below: since early original ownership, for years subaru dismissed repeated reporting of (moving, stationary, all roads): takata recall airbag warning light illumination. Only after national airbag recall did subaru recognize concern and address. Subaru recently has serviced airbag twice. Both times, shortly after service dash warning lights illuminated: airbag, cruise, check engine. Also, erratic cruise…
ODI 10899763
Air Bags
Takata recall i 1st contacted parker subaru, coeur d'alene, idaho, approx march 2016 and gave my name etc to parts personnel. Told it would.be at.least a.couple of months i waited until end.of may to check in again. No record of my previous contact could be found so we did it again & to be sure i also submitted an online request for the same parts around that time. Called back today 8/01/2016, the good.news is that…
ODI 10892278
Air Bags
Takata recall subaru sent me a recall notice in feb-16. In the notice they said "what you should do: we are currently experiencing a parts shortage...until this repair is performed, do not allow passengers to ride in the front passenger seat. As the parts supply improves, you will be notified with another letter advising you to schedule an appointment...to have the front passenger airbag inflator replaced..."…
ODI 10883133
Air Bags
Takata recall - the car was recalled 3 times. The mechanic said as long as the airbag light was on, the airbag would not work. He said the fix was not included in the recall.
ODI 11207106
Air Bags
Takata recall: got the recall notice feb. 2016 and still no action. I called the dealer and they told me they do not have the replacement part. After 5 months, i would think they could have the part by now especially considering i drive the car daily and it is unsafe!
ODI 10871317
Air Bags
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v323000 (air bags). The part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.…
ODI 10865608
Air Bags · Electrical System
There's seems to be a common issue with the wiring on 2005-2009 subaru outback/legacy models that affects both the airbag and the locking mechanism. I have seen multiple threads online where the airbag indicator light comes on specifically indicating that the passenger airbag may be affected and sensors may be faulty? There is also a common error in the electrical system in which when you lock the car - all locks…
ODI 11102340
Air Bags
Takata recall. Subaru dealerships delaying repairs. Go subaru west in golden, colorado stated it could be 3 months before recall can be fixed. Other manufacturers have fixed up to 50% of their cars, and subaru has a dismal completion rate of 5%. Upwards of three to six months is unacceptable to be unable to use the car as intended.
ODI 10852908
Air Bags
My 2008 subaru outback was in for routine maintenance when the dealer stated a trouble code was being produced by my vehicle. The specific code was 26. I was told this indicated a fault with the passenger side airbag and that it could fail to deploy in the event of an accident. Additionally, they stated that this code would have prevented my car from passing the annual massachusetts safety inspection and required a…
ODI 10852595