2024 Subaru Outback problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 97 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Subaru Outback, filed between 2023-05-27 and 2026-09-10. The most common problem areas are the visibility/wiper (19, 20%), forward collision avoidance (18, 19%) and electrical system (15, 15%). Owners reported 5 crashes, 2 fires and 4 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Subaru Outback complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 28 | 29% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 19 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 18 | 19% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 15% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 6 | 6% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 6 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Visibility/wiper: 19 complaints
- 19 complaints of 97 (20%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 97 (19%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 4 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
Electrical system: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 97 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 4 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
Air bags: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 97 (6%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
Engine: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 97 (6%) name the engine.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
Lane departure: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 97 (6%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 4 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 36 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 33 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names OUTBACK, OUTBACK WILDERNESS, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Subaru Outback recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Subaru Outback?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Subaru Outback's most common problem areas are the visibility/wiper (19 of 97 complaints), forward collision avoidance (18 of 97 complaints) and electrical system (15 of 97 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Subaru Outback have?
NHTSA has 97 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Subaru Outback, including 5 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Subaru Outback's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Subaru Outback. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.