2023 SUBARU OUTBACK Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Subaru Outback. This model year has 84 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB.
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Worst 2023 Subaru Outback Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Electrical Faults
Visibility/Wiper
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Subaru Outback. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 20 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Buckle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Subaru Outback. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 84 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Outback. While turning into a parking spot, the accelerator pedal was slightly depressed, and the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, crashing into a parked vehicle on the driver's side. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to move forward af…
Recently, in my 2023 Subaru Outback, I have been having pop-up ads for SirusXM take over my infotainment screen. The ad appears in the center, does not allow the user to interact with the screen - including air conditioning control and traction control selection - and will not g…
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while walking around the vehicle attempting to put her husband in the passenger seat, the hatchback opened independently, and they both got pushed independently from the vehicle on the ground from the impact. The con…
I have had no working SOS safety button in case of a crash despite having a 3 year plan. This started after a Starlink update failed to load to this date. I took it to the dealer and my software was found to be up to date and I was told not a Subaru problem for months. I wrote …
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Outlook. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the Starlink system failed to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independ…
My 2023 Subaru Outback Wilderness experienced multiple complete failures to start over a 2-day period at 51,930 miles, creating significant safety risks and stranding situations.Component Failure: Battery system (SOA821B700, 620 CCA) failed to maintain charge when vehicle parked/…
Windshield was struck by a small stone. There was no immediate damage but over a period of several weeks 5 cracks appeared traversing the windshield top to bottom.
The drivers side window frequently will not roll up. Has happened multiple times and dealership says they reset it but still does not work properly. In inclement weather conditions this is a serious safety issue. Most recent information is below
When going down my driveway, the (RAB) Reverse Automatic Braking system will often times turn itself off and not reset like the manual say's it should. I have to stop the car, shut it off and open the door to ensure everything is off and restart the car to get it to reset. It ha…
I have had several times where tiny road pebbles have kicked up hitting the windshield and have caused cracks. There is now also a crack forming where there has not been any impact. This is my second windshield replacement in two years. I have never had a windshield that has been…
My car had an unintended acceleration that caused me to go in a ditch and hit a tree. I could not get car to stop when I realized it was increasing speed. It all happened very fast. My car was totaled. All airbags deployed. front right side of car was completely destroyed. The…
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that his wife was driving the vehicle and as she was entering into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle experienced sudden unintended acceleration. The contact's wife reported that the vehicle had ma…
The vehicle has received all scheduled and regular maintenance. I was driving right around the speed limit of 50 mph. Traffic was stopped ahead, and I had plenty of time and space to stop. I pressed the brake pedal, but continued to coast. I pressed it harder, all the way to the …
The WINDSHIELD cracked while I was driving on [XXX] unexpectedly and could have caused an accident, on [XXX] at approximately [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
225/65r17 102h 535 inside side wall of tire blew out on the freeway was able to stop and change it out. when i got home i checked the other ones and they are almost the same way they have 30000
This complain is specific to the wireless charging pad featured in the Touring 2023 model I leased. The wireless charging pad overheats very quickly, thus overheating the phone it's charging. Even if the device is just plugged into a charging cord, located right next to the cha…
When coming to a stop at a stop sign, the car jerks and the engine appears to stall. I have brought it to 2 dealerships and both have said that it is "normal". I have had dozens of cars and none have ever performed in this manner. The adaptive cruise control and automatic emerge…
Windshield developed a small crack when struck by a tiny piece of road debris. It appears unrepairable. This requires a windshield replacement and recalibration of the eyesight technology. Seemed to easily be damaged beyond repair.
Car pulses randomly when braking, usually begins once speed drops below 20mph. Dealership completed a “reset and relearn” per Subaru’s instructions, which made the problem occur more often than before. Problem was brought to the dealerships attention shortly after purchase, but u…
Problem occurred after several months of use. The chest straps will not consistently lock into position, despite the release button not being engaged. They can easily be pulled to loosen again. This does not secure the child into the seat. We have ensured that the strap mechanis…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Subaru Outback.
Recalls for 2023 Subaru Outback
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Subaru Outback. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2023 Subaru Outback — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Subaru Outback reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Subaru Outback has 84 NHTSA owner complaints, 8 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (20 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru Outback?▾
#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (20 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (16 complaints). #3: Visibility/Wiper (16 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Subaru Outback?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Subaru Outback?▾
The 2023 Subaru Outback has 8 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 84 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Subaru Outback have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Subaru Outback. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Subaru Outback?▾
The 2023 Subaru Outback has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Outback reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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