2016 Subaru Outback Power Train Problems
- 22
- 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 22 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- vehicles roll · 4 records
- roll gear · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Noticing when i park my car the key won't release from ignition switch when car lever is set in "p" position. As i push in and turn the key from start to lock the key will stay acc position won't go into lock.
ODI 11269023
Power Train
I regularly cannot remove key from ignition while in park. The ignition does not seem to recognize the vehicle is in park, so i have to restart car, shift do drive, reshift to park and try to remove key multiple times. This has been happening consistently and is worst when parked on a hill.
ODI 11258063
Power Train
Front right cv joint started making a clicking sound that became extremely bad after one month. We were told to replace immediately due to safety hazard. Had to replace the cv axel costing over $600. Got it back from the subaru dealership, just to be told the left one is now going out and will have to be replaced as well.
ODI 11278062
Power Train
Subaru outback 2016 4dr 2.5i - vehicle began making loud noise when driving in the highway. Noise coming from the rear passenger side of vehicle. Took to subaru dealer in chandler az and dealer changed right-rear wheel hub bearing. Vehicle only has 67 k miles.
ODI 11243731
Power Train
Wobbling and shaking occurs when the car is in motion (when accelerating). Happens on street and on highway. Service advisor recommended transmission replacement. Please see attached extended warranty offer from the manufacturer as a result of previous complaints.
ODI 11242993
Power Train
Key gets stuck in ignition when put into park and can't take key out of ignition after turning car off.
ODI 11240771
Power Train
Car stalled in the middle of an intersection. It was truly frightening because the baby was in the car and it was during morning commute rush hours when everyone is rushing. The car is relatively new with 35k miles and am the only owner of the vehicle. Was at an intersection and waiting for my turn to make a left. The car was in 'drive' and i had my foot on the brake. However, when the green left turn arrow came, i…
ODI 11218835
Power Train
When stopped, unable to remove key from ignition (unable to move key from acc position to lock position such that key remains in ignition). Safety concern: unaccompanied child could start vehicle. Unlocked vehicle could be stolen with keys in ignition.
ODI 11183656
Power Train
My 2016 subaru outback 3.6 limited has 64,000 miles on it. Recently i noticed an unfamiliar noise. When i brought it to a mechanic he said it needed a wheel bearing and the wheel was about to fall off. He replaced the wheel bearing/hub but said the noise was still there and suggested i bring it to a subaru dealer for further evaluation. When i brought it to the subaru dealer they said it need two additional wheel…
ODI 11128211
Power Train · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
I had experienced a shudder, pop, revving rpms of the vehicles before a sudden power loss at highway speed (65mph). I was unable to accelerate and had limited steering to get off the highway safely. The vehicle had stalled by the time i was on the side of the road. I was then unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. A towing service was called to bring it to a local dealership. Within an hour time…
ODI 11115595
Power Train
Had complained about car jolting at stop lights on occasion in gear at full stop at lights. No diagnosis. Changed gas thinking it might help. Seemed to. No diagnosis. Then car jumped hard backwards in reverse coming out of parking space. Could have hit car behind had we been parallel parked instead of angle. Took car in and dealer replaced cvt at no charge but warned us it would continue to jump in reverse with the…
ODI 11111054
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I had a major issue with this vehicle on june 24. We were driving back from our family vacation when i was passing a semi truck on a two lane road the vehicle suddenly lost power to the wheels and would not accelerate. As i stepped on the gas the engine revved up but the vehicle was not accelerating. I thought it slipped out of gear. I put it in neutral then back into drive and still had the same problem. I put my…
Fire reported
ODI 11123268
Power Train
Key sticks in the ignition and will not come out. The failing park position switch did not allow the key to be turned to the fully off position for key removal.
ODI 11066187
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
3rd occurrence: while driving on a state highway, vehicle jerked, all warning lights came on and vehicle lost movement with resistance. Towed to dealer. *tr
ODI 10928155
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Less than 1 week later, 2nd occurrence: while driving on interstate, all warning lights came on and vehicle suddenly lost forward movement. Vehicle was running but not engaging enough to propel vehicle. Towed to dealer, dealer repaired pilot pin in transmission. *tr
ODI 10928154
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
1st occurrence: while driving on a county road, all warning lights came on. Brought vehicle back to dealer, dealer replaced the transmission. *tr
ODI 10928153
Power Train
Stationary vehicle rolls back significantly when on any incline when in gear. It has an automatic transmission which rolls in drive and reverse. The dealer said all vehicles roll when in gear. I have owned 13 vehicles in my life, the only vehicles that would roll in gear were manual transmission vehicles which is why the last 8 vehicles i have owned have been automatic. The dealer denied this was a problem but on…
ODI 10851106
Power Train
Stationary vehicle rolls back significantly when on any incline when in gear. It has an automatic transmission which rolls in drive and reverse. The dealer said all vehicles roll when in gear. I have owned 13 vehicles in my life, the only vehicles that would roll in gear were manual transmission vehicles which is why the last 8 vehicles i have owned have been automatic. The dealer denied this was a problem but on…
ODI 10851022
Power Train
The automatic transmission does not engage often causing a jerking motion of the car which is undiagnosed for the past 3 years. Subaru extended the transmission warranty for one year. I want it fixed. My wife and i have complained since the car was new (2016 model)
ODI 11175786
Ignition · Power Train
This issue is a safety enhancement request affecting top of the line subaru outback 2016 limited/premium models equipped with keyless ignition systems. This issue is similar to that reported in nhtsa id number:10881286. Issue: it is possible for a driver to inadvertently turn off the engine (we are only human) using the start/stop button when the vehicle is in drive, park or neutral. If vehicle is on a slope, the…
Crash reported
ODI 10937164
Power Train
I was in a store parking lot. I drove approx. 2 blocks and came to a full stop where there was a pedestrian crossing. I accelerated making a left turn and began climbing a small hill to exit the parking area. I traveled approximately 20 feet and my car lost acceleration. I placed my foot on the gas pedal and pressed it down approx. 50 percent. While doing so, i did not hear the engine racing. The speedometer…
ODI 10790669
Power Train
When i back up and stop and put transmission into drive there is a 3 to 4 second hesitation before the vehicle goes forward. This hesitation puts me into risk as i back out of driveway onto a busy urban street. The dealership says this the way the cvt transmission works. The problem was brought to the attention of the dealer the 1st week that i purchased the car on 09/30/2015. The problem still exists when going…
ODI 10903519