2014 Subaru Outback Engine Problems
- 29
- 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 29 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- consumption test · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 15 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
My transmission on my 2014 subaru outback blew on me in december 2019. I was in motion turning off the highway to an intersection
ODI 11308821
Engine
Oil light comes on after 3000 miles from oil change. Sometimes immediately after oil change despite having full level. Oil levels can drop significantly from oil changes. Oil has been changed by dealer and owner with same results. Happens when ascending and descending hills.
ODI 11253679
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 subaru outback. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine and the low oil pressure warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and ira subaru (located at [redacted], danvers, ma 01923, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that a short block motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the…
ODI 11240854
Electrical System · Engine
Spontaneous engine fire while driving - mar 07,2019 - 2014 subaru outback with current maintenance and no prior history of malfunction. During a 2.[redacted] on city streets electrical disturbances of the radio/media console were noted, followed shortly thereafter by black smoke from under the hood. The car was immediately pulled to the side of the road. Upon exiting the car, the smoke had become white and flames…
Fire reported
ODI 11185999
Engine
At 70,000 miles (rounded) engine began leaking oil from both cam carriers and the upper oil pan. Oil leaks on exhaust system causing a burning oil smell and can see smoke emitting from under the car. Estimate to repair is $2050 from subaru dealership. Have heard rumors of other 2.5i engines having same problem. Very dangerous, can cause engine fire as oil leaks directly on exhaust pipe. Problem (burning smell) is…
ODI 11170374
Engine
My vehicle keeps burning engine oil after 3,000 to 4,000 miles driving. I have had the issue since november 2017 and went to subaru dealer to check it and they said as long as engine oil is the same level after 1,200 miles, engine oil burning is normal. When i asked subaru dealer to add the oil, they changed the engine oil and charged me by saying that it is a normal condition. Even subaru issued technical bulletin…
ODI 11131806
Engine
I have a 2014 subaru outback with an excessive oil consumption issue. Subaru recently settled the class action for the same issue for several vehicle models but not my vehicle is included. My vehicle has shown the excessive oil consumption issue when i drove about 50k miles. I went to subaru dealership, subaru imports of troy in mi, for the issue but they just refilled the oil when i asked them to check it. At…
ODI 11308094
Engine
Tl- contact owns a 2014 subaru outback. Class action lawsuit through subaru for excessive oil consumption. Contact took vehicle to subaru and had engine checked for oil consumption and engine oil was empty. Subaru said no recall on vehicle. Contact wants engine block replaced free of charge.. Subaru stated engine block is not under recall. 0 recalls associated with this vin.
ODI 11064658
Engine
When at a stop either at a 4 way, traffic light, or waiting to make a turn, sometimes the car hesitates a few seconds before going and then surges forward. I also have had it stall for over 20 minutes and wouldn't start till after 20 minutes. The hesitation is dangerous when making turns across or into traffic because it doesn't go and you can get hit. It does not trip the engine light so the dealer can fix it.
ODI 11022783
Engine
Vehicle began using oil after approximately 29,000 miles. Low oil pressure light was illuminated on the dashboard. Contacted the dealer and was told to bring the vehicle in immediately. The oil and filter were changed and i was instructed to bring the vehicle back after 1200 miles for a "oil consumption test" . The test was performed at the dealership, patrick subaru and the results, 1/3 qt. Of oil was consumed and…
ODI 11062788
Engine
My subaru outback 2014 has 50,000 miles, low oil light comes up about 4000 miles after oil change. Subaru manual said that is 7500 miles between oil change. Subaru dealer performs oil consumption test. Subaru dealer told me it is normal and that i have to add oil if low oil light come up. I feel like they are cheating.
ODI 11091668
Engine
At 38,000 miles low-oil light came on while driving. I stopped at a madison wi dealer who indicated the consumption is normal. I argued that i have never had a low-oil light come on in over forty years of driving. Was told they would be glad to conduct an oil consumption test. There is now 40,000 miles on the car and it is using a quart every 3,500 miles. There are multiple complaints. Nhtsa needs to force subaru to…
ODI 11021148
Engine
In the shop for motor problem at dealer getting fix.
ODI 10967846
Engine
Oil sensor light on dash illuminates. Oil is low. Sensor measures pressure not level. Oil pump has not been replaced. Dealer has attempted to fix issue(4 times). Replaced sensor, oil consumption test. Vehicle in again at 34000 miles for same issue. Dealer mentioned subaru is aware of the problem. Last resort is a complete engine replacement.
ODI 10917326
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 subaru outback. While stationary, the vehicle consumed an inordinate amount of oil. The vehicle was diagnosed as having an oil consumption failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
ODI 10981147
Engine
At approximately 29000 mileage on the my 2014 subaru outback, i was driving on the highway and the oil level lamp illuminated. I pulled over and checked the oil level and found it to be not readable on the dipstick. I added a quart, which brought the level to half. I then reported to the dealer, beardmore subaru in bellevue, ne. They updated the software and replaced the oil level switch. They also initiated a an…
ODI 10817426
Electrical System · Engine
On or about nov 24, 2015, an ignition problem developed. When turning the ignition switch there was no power. With each turn, more and more power turned until it finally started. According to sheehy subaru, springfield, va, there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and stated "i needed to start the car ever couple of days." about 2 weeks later, reynolds gmc subaru came and picked up the car and said there was…
ODI 10820411
Engine
I purchased after 1 year old from subaru dealership. In 2014 at about 17,000 miles. After ever oil change, the oil light goes on at about - 1,500 miles prior. Tonthe oil change being due. I went to the local dealership and they stayed it is normal with that lighter aeght synthetic oil. Recommended oil consumption test if it kept happening. Now i find out today from corporate subaru # that warranty expired at 69,000.…
ODI 10946925
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 subaru outback. The contact stated that there was an internal oil consumption failure. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. After the vehicle was taken to the dealer three times, the vehicle passed an oil consumption test twice. The service engine and oil indicators randomly illuminated for months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but provided no…
ODI 10917603
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle hesitates occasionally on acceleration coming off a stop.
ODI 10717533
Engine
Brand new car and engine burning oil issue: subaru of georgetown, tx, dealer told me that i did not have to change the oil until i reached 7500 miles on my brand new 2014 subaru outback. At 4900 miles, oil pressure and low oil lights came on briefly, then turned off 30 miles later. I didn't check the level since the lights turned off. Then 50 miles later, both turned on again. I checked the dipstick, and there was…
ODI 10668476
Engine
Outback 2.5l. We noticed oil consumption after the 3-4th oil change. All oil changes were preformed at subaru dealership ( browns manasssas or sheehy springfiield). We asked why we were having to add oil and told that this was normal. The situation has gotten worse with low oil light coming on at about 4,000 miles on the oil change. We notified subaru headquarters and they suggested an oil consumption test. That was…
ODI 11030642
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Car stops without warning. A clicking sound is heard and then the front display panels become blank. There is no steering or brakes. This has happened 10 times. There is no way to predict when this might happen and there is no precipitating factors. Have had the car to the dealership twice, but the problem cannot be found and am still driving this unsafe car. *tr
ODI 10669957
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Driving at approximately 20mph, the car suddenly begins to smell of gasoline. Soon thereafter, acceleration becomes hesitant and the low-fuel warning light illuminates. The vehicle quickly became inoperable in the middle of a busy road. The vehicle is a model year 2014 and was purchased brand new, less than seven [7] months ago (from the date this complaint was posted). The vehicle has only approximately 9,000 miles…
ODI 10629818
Electrical System · Engine
Zero oil pressure (red) indicator light illuminated at safe and prudent operating speed. Low oil indicator light (yellow) never illuminated. Light remained on for three miles, one at speed 55 mph to zero and two at 20 mph. Then went out. Inspection of oil level showed level approximately one centimeter above low level marker on dipstick. Addition of .5 quart us raises level to approximately one centimeter below full…
ODI 10611107