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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #700777

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 'SLOPECONTROL' CAUSES THE CAR TO DOWNSHIFT ANY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED ON A SLOPE OF A CERTAIN PITCH. THIS IS AN ACCEPTABLE FEATURE AT SPEEDS BELOW 40 MPH, BUT AT FREEWAY SPEEDS THE CAR REACTS VIOLENTLY AND DECELLERATES TO AN UNSAFE SPEED WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING TO FOLLOWING TRAFFIC. SUBARU IS NOT ADVERTISING THIS FEATURE AND THE CAR WAS SOLD TO US WITH NO DISCLOSURE CONCERNING 'SLOPECONTROL'. WE HAVE NARROWLY ESCAPED TWO REAR-END COLLISIONS AND ARE SELLING THE CAR BACK AT A LOSS TO PURCHASE A SAFER STICK SHIFT..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in EUREKA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #836382

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . A NEW DESIGN CHANGE WITH THE CHIP WITHIN TRANSMISSION IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DOWNSHIFT WHEN APPLYING BRAKES.THERE IS NO WAY TO FIX IT AT PRESENT MOMENT. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):483BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GRASS VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Report #544883

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . VEHICLE VIBRATES WHILE DRIVING..Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in LACEY, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980801. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Axle Assembly Axle Shaft Seal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Axle Assembly Axle Shaft Seal Report #841677

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL . WHEEL BEARING WAS LEAKING GREASE WHEN IT WAS LUBRICATED WHICH CAUSED AN UNUSUAL NOISE. DEALER REPLACED THE SEAL FOR THE WHEEL BEARINGS. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MILWAUKIE, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #844613

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . CONSUMER WAS COASTING UP A SLIGHT HILL WHEN VEHICLE TOOK OFF TO RIGHT WITH BRAKES APPLIED, CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GLEN CAMPBELL, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #709963

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHEN DRIVING DOWN HILL, IF YOU TOUCH THE BRAKES TO SLOW THE TRANSMISSION ABRUPTLY DOWNSHIFTS CAUSING THE CAR TO JOLT SHARPLY AND STARTLE THE DRIVER. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UPSHIFT UNTIL THROTTLE IS APPLIED FOR A MOMENT WHICH CAUSES YOU TO SHOOT UP ON THE CAR AHEAD. NOT APPLYING THROTTLE RESULTS IN A LOT OF ENGINE BREAKING AND HIGH RPM'S. I FEEL THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IF IT HAPPENS ON A SLIPPERY SURFACE BECAUSE THE ABRUPT AND UNANTICIPATED BRAKING CVOULD CAUSE A LOSS OF CONTROL AND/OR SKID. THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO FIX - IT'S DESIGNED THAT WAY. THEY ALSO TOLD ME THEY HAD RECEIVED OTHER COMPLAINTS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GLENMONT, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Report #846962

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES DRIVER'S FOOT CAN HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND APPLY BOTH BY MISTAKE. DEALER SAYS ITS PART OF DESIGN AND NOTHING CAN BE DONE. *AK .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEW FAIRFIELD, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #847880

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 25, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND GOING UP A INCLINE, APPLIED THE BRAKES AND BRAKE PEDAL WAS SOFT, AND WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORBOARD, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SLOW DOWN AND REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685XX7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BELLE HARBOR, NY. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals And Linkages

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals And Linkages Report #849751

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES . BRAKE PEDAL AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARE SO CLOSE TO EACH OTHER THAT WHEN STEPPING ONE OF THE PEDALS, CONSUMER IS APPLYING BOTH PEDALS AT THE SAME TIME. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEW FAIRFIELD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Report #849751

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . BRAKE PEDAL AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARE SO CLOSE TO EACH OTHER THAT WHEN STEPPING ONE OF THE PEDALS, CONSUMER IS APPLYING BOTH PEDALS AT THE SAME TIME. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEW FAIRFIELD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #715067

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WARRENSBURG, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body Tailgate

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Tailgate Report #853806

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 17, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE . TAILGATE & THE BOTTOM OF STATION WAGON HAS A GAP BETWEEN IT WHICH IS GETTING WIDER. THE SEAL IS ALLOWING AIR TO COME IN. THE SEAL IS AROUND THE INSIDE & NOT HOLDING TIGHT. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):453BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GREENWOOD, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #718397

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 25, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . THERE WAS DIFFICULTY DOWNSHIFTING WHEN THE CAR WAS NEW. I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST TIGHT. IN MAY, 1999, AFTER EXTENSIVE CLUTCH USE ON A TRIP TO SAN FRANCISCO, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT FROM 4TH TO 5TH OR 5TH TO 4TH. IT SEEMED TO BE OK LATER. WITHIN A COUPLE WEEKS WE NOTICED A TERRIBLE BURNING SMELL FROM STARTING ON A HILL AND EXTENSIVE CLUTCH SLIPPAGE. THE CLUTCH WAS EVENTUALLY REPLACED IN AUGUST, 1999, BUT THE NEW CLUTCH SHOWED THE SAME PROBLEMS. THE DIFFICULTY IN SHIFTING HAS GOTTEN WORSE AND MY SON WAS ALMOST IN AN ACCIDENT WHEN HE NEEDED TO DOWNSHIFT FROM THIRD TO SECOND TO CHANGE LANES IN BAD FREEWAY TRAFFIC. HE HAD BEEN USING THE CLUCH A LOT, BECAUSE IT WAS STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. THE PROBLEM OF BEING UNABLE TO CHANGE GEARS HAS BEEN GETTING WORSE AND IS VERY SCARY. THE CLUTCH CONTINUES TO SLIP AND BURN. WE HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTING TO GET SUBARU TO BUY BACK THE CAR WITH NO SUCCESS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JF1GF4850XG. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WRIGHTWOOD, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #856653

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD APPLIED BRAKES AND TRANSMISSION JUMPED HARD INTO A LOWER GEAR AND THEN BRAKES WOULD GRAB. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TRAVELLING 35MPH WITH SNOW ON THE ROAD AND COMING OFF A RAMP, TAPPED THE BRAKES, AND ALL WHEELS LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL, HITTING A POLE. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. ALSO, THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL. WAS ALSO TOLD THAT TRANSMISSION WAS BEING REDESIGNED. *AK.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in VOLANT, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #856653

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD APPLIED BRAKES AND TRANSMISSION JUMPED HARD INTO A LOWER GEAR AND THEN BRAKES WOULD GRAB. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TRAVELLING 35MPH WITH SNOW ON THE ROAD AND COMING OFF A RAMP, TAPPED THE BRAKES, AND ALL WHEELS LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL, HITTING A POLE. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. ALSO, THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL. WAS ALSO TOLD THAT TRANSMISSION WAS BEING REDESIGNED. *AK.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in VOLANT, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Tires

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Tires Report #551027

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . REAR RIGHT TIRE WENT FLAT (MICHELIN RADIAL TIRE STYLE XW4.205/70R15). YH .Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SIERRA VISTA, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #858584

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . WHENEVER BRAKES ARE APPLIED THERE IS SUDDEN ACCELERATION. (CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT USED). DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #863381

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHILE TRAVELING AND UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKES THEY WOULD MAKE A LOUD NOISE,LIKE METAL TO METAL . DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WILKES-BARRE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control Linkages

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Linkages Report #864510

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES . ON TWO OCCASIONS VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. FIRST TIME WHILE APPLYING BRAKES AND COMING TO A STOP LIGHT, AND SECOND TIME WHILE IN REVERSE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SANTA FE, NM. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #547242

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . COMSUMERS PANT LEG GOT CAUGHT ON A SMALL 2 INCH ROUND MECHANISM THAT STICKS OUT OF THE SIDE OPENING OF THE BACK DOOR CAUSING HER TO FALL TO THE CONCRETE RESULTING IN BRUISES. NLM.1 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WELLESLEY, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #865108

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 70MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, HAD TO APPLY BRAKES BECAUSE OF A SLOW MOVING VEHICLE IN FRONT. VEHICLE LOCKED AND THE RPMS SHOT UP HIGH, AND SHIFTED INTO A LOWER GEAR. SHUT OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL AT THIS TIME, AND IT WAS STILL LOCKED INTO THAT MODE.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #865108

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 70MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, HAD TO APPLY BRAKES BECAUSE OF A SLOW MOVING VEHICLE IN FRONT. VEHICLE LOCKED AND THE RPMS SHOT UP HIGH, AND SHIFTED INTO A LOWER GEAR. SHUT OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL AT THIS TIME, AND IT WAS STILL LOCKED INTO THAT MODE.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags Frontal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #867273

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 18, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . WHILE DRIVING ON RAINY ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND PICKED UP SPEED TO 35 MPH, AND HIT TELEPHONE POLE HEAD-ON. BUT, DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSING HEAD AND JAW INJURIES. SEATBELTS WERE NOT WORN AT THE TIME.*AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685SX7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MILFORD, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #735555

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . IN THE MORNING, WHEN I BACK UP THE CAR FROM MY DRIVEWAY, GO FORWARD AND THEN APPLY THE BRAKES, THERE IS A LOUD, MECHANICAL BANGING SOUND (LIKE METAL HITTING ON METAL) COMING FROM EACH OF THE 4 WHEELS - EITHER THE PADS HITTING THE ROTOR OR THE PISTON HITTING THE PADS WHICH IN TURN HIT THE ROTOR. THIS ALSO OCCURS WHEN THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN USED FOR 2-3 HOURS AND THE CAR IS PUT INTO REVERSE, THEN FORWARD, THEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. RECENTLY THE BANGING SOUND IS BECOMING LOUDER - SO MUCH SO THAT IT ATTRACTS PEDESTRIANS' ATTENTION. THE DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. A SUBARU REGIONAL INSPECTOR SAID THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. SUBARU CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLD ME TO LIVE WITH THE SOUND/PROBLEM. I HAVE SPOKEN WITH OTHER SUBARU OWNERS AND THEY TELL ME THEY HAVE SIMILAR PROBLEMS AND THAT SUBARU DOES NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR PROBLEM. THE CAR DOES STOP, BUT I AM AFRAID THAT ONE DAY THE BRAKES WILL FAIL WITHOUT ANY NOTICE. ... IN ADDITION THE BRAKES ARE VERY, VERY SPONGY/SOFT. IT FEELS LIKE I AM STEPPING ON AN AIR MATTRESS - THERE IS NO SENSATION OF STOPPING UNTIL THE BRAKE PEDAL OF ALMOST FULLY DEPRESSED. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO FEEL/FEEDBACK WHEN THE BRAKES ARE DEPRESSED - I KNOW I AM STOPPING BECAUSE I SEE THE SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT SLOWING DOWN, NOT BECAUSE I FEEL THE CAR STOPPING. CONSUMER REPORTS (MAR,2000) SAID "THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT SOFT AND NOT REASSURING. WE ALSO EXPERIENCED SOME MODERATE BRAKE FADE".*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #547242

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . COMSUMERS PANT LEG GOT CAUGHT ON A SMALL 2 INCH ROUND MECHANISM THAT STICKS OUT OF THE SIDE OPENING OF THE BACK DOOR CAUSING HER TO FALL TO THE CONCRETE RESULTING IN BRUISES. NLM.1 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WELLESLEY, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer Report #875893

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 17, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER . VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING UNDER HOOD, THEN STALLED AT A STOP. TAKEN TO DEALER WHO REPAIRED VEHICLE, ONE WEEK LATER ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, VEHICLE OVERHEATED, BUT DID NOT STALL, DEALER REPLACED ENGINE. WIPER BLADES WERE REPLACED. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in RYEBROOK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #875893

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 17, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING UNDER HOOD, THEN STALLED AT A STOP. TAKEN TO DEALER WHO REPAIRED VEHICLE, ONE WEEK LATER ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, VEHICLE OVERHEATED, BUT DID NOT STALL, DEALER REPLACED ENGINE. WIPER BLADES WERE REPLACED. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in RYEBROOK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Gasoline Storage

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Report #557752

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE . VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HESITATION AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN OCCURRING EVERY DAY AND THE DEALER CAN FIND NO REMEDY FOR IT, THE MECHANICS SAY IT IS A FUEL PROBLEM AND HAVE HAD THE CONSUMER USE HIGH OCTANE GAS, THE FUEL FILTER WAS PLUGGED AND THE DEALER FOUND THE FUEL WAS CONTAMINATED, ALL THE WORK THAT HAS BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT REMEDIED THE HESITATION PROBLEM. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ESPERANCE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990504. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #557752

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HESITATION AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN OCCURRING EVERY DAY AND THE DEALER CAN FIND NO REMEDY FOR IT, THE MECHANICS SAY IT IS A FUEL PROBLEM AND HAVE HAD THE CONSUMER USE HIGH OCTANE GAS, THE FUEL FILTER WAS PLUGGED AND THE DEALER FOUND THE FUEL WAS CONTAMINATED, ALL THE WORK THAT HAS BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT REMEDIED THE HESITATION PROBLEM. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ESPERANCE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990504. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags Frontal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #739874

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . TRAVEL AT APPROX 30-35 MPH HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF ONCOMING VEHICLE - NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #743253

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . HEATED MIRRORS, HEATED SEATS, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ALL QUIT WORKING AND ALTHOUGH SERVICE TECHNICIANS TOLD ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG ORIGINALLY, THEY DID FINALLY ADMIT TO A SHORT WITHIN EACH UNIT. THERE MUST BE SOMETHING ELECTRIAL SHORTING OUT TO CAUSE ALL THE MISC. THINGS TO GO OUT. THE DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THERE IS NO CONCERN DUE TO REPEATED ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES IN THE VEHICLE..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Report #743253

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES . HEATED MIRRORS, HEATED SEATS, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ALL QUIT WORKING AND ALTHOUGH SERVICE TECHNICIANS TOLD ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG ORIGINALLY, THEY DID FINALLY ADMIT TO A SHORT WITHIN EACH UNIT. THERE MUST BE SOMETHING ELECTRIAL SHORTING OUT TO CAUSE ALL THE MISC. THINGS TO GO OUT. THE DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THERE IS NO CONCERN DUE TO REPEATED ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES IN THE VEHICLE..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust Report #743253

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2000.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST . HEATED MIRRORS, HEATED SEATS, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ALL QUIT WORKING AND ALTHOUGH SERVICE TECHNICIANS TOLD ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG ORIGINALLY, THEY DID FINALLY ADMIT TO A SHORT WITHIN EACH UNIT. THERE MUST BE SOMETHING ELECTRIAL SHORTING OUT TO CAUSE ALL THE MISC. THINGS TO GO OUT. THE DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THERE IS NO CONCERN DUE TO REPEATED ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES IN THE VEHICLE..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Other

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Other Report #743337

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . MY ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 36,000 MILES THE DEALER CHARGED ME $75 TO RESET IT AND WAS NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WHY THE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN 2 WEEKS THE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN SICNE THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT 36,000 MILES I WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR ANOTHER "COMPUTER RESET" WORDS USED BY DEALER IS THIS A COMMON COMPLAINT FOR THIS MOODEL AND YEAR ? I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THERE IS AN ALTERNATOR RECALL COULD THAT HAVE MADE THE ENGINE LIGHT COME ON ? THANK YOU AS. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CARMEL, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Other Report #752517

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . I HAD STOPPED AND PUT CAR INTO PARK AND IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED INTO THE BRICK. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Multiple Axle

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Multiple Axle Report #898227

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE . REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS WORN OUT, REAR END STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE, AND VEHICLE BECAME HARD TO CONTROL ALSO, SMOKE AND OIL CAME FROM WHEELS. THIS WAS THE 10TH TIME THA CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE IT. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JF1GF4854XG. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CYPRESS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #754171

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 19, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . ODOMETER FAILURES - ALSO POSSIBLY CAUSING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GOLDEN, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20011001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #754171

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 19, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . ODOMETER FAILURES - ALSO POSSIBLY CAUSING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GOLDEN, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20011001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #754866

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . FRONT CRANK SEAL FAILS. CAUSING OIL LEAKAGE AND POSSIBLE FIRE UNDER HOOD. RESEARCH ON INTERNET SHOWS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH SUBARUS. RESEARCH ALSO SHOWS SUBARU HAS RELEASED 3 DIFFERENT PARTS IN ATTEMPT TO FIX PROBLEM. SUBARU DENIES THIS TO BE A FIRE HAZARD OR EVEN A PROBLEM WITH THEIR VEHICLES.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990201. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Multiple Axle

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Multiple Axle Report #566057

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 2002.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE . CONSUMER COULD HEAR A GRATING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, DEALER SATED THAT THE WHEEL BEARING WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED REPLACED. *SLC.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CAMDEN, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Manual Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Manual Transmission Report #10000758

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2002.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . JAN 6, 2003 (YOUR WEB SITE WON'T LET ME SELECT THE CURRENT YEAR, SO I SELECTED 2002, THE LAST AVAILABLE DATE THAT CAN BE SELECTED, BELOW) I OWN A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. IT CURRENTLY HAS APPROXIMATELY 43,000 MILES ON IT. THE CLUTCH MECHANISM HAS FAILED TWICE, ONCE AT 18,651 AND ONCE AT 42,500. BOTH TIMES THE THROW-OUT BEARING FAILED. I'VE OWNED 8 CARS AND DRIVEN THEM IN 10 STATES AND THREE PROVINCES. I'VE DRIVEN IN THE DESERT, THE MOUNTAINS AND BY THE OCEAN WITH MOST OF THESE CARS. IN ALL CASES, I'VE NEVER HAD TO REPLACE A CLUTCH BELOW 75,000 MILES! I'VE DRIVEN STANDARD/STICK MY WHOLE LIFE AND HAVE NEVER, EVER SEEN CLUTCH FAILURE LIKE THIS SUBARU. I DON'T RIDE THE CLUTCH, I ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE IT PROPERLY, ETC. AND YET THE THROW-OUT BEARING KEEPS FAILING PREMATURELY..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 43000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SHOREVIEW, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981027. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: LUTHER SUBARU OF WHITE BEAR . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 651-481-7000 . DEALER'S CITY: WHITE BEAR LAKE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55110 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10005918

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 29, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . ENGINE MAKE A NOISE. THE DEALER AND TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSIS THE PISTON WAS WORN-OUT AT PREMATURE MILEAGES . PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. PH.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BC655XX6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PHILOMATH, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Other Storage Tank Assembly Pressure Relief Devices

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Other Storage Tank Assembly Pressure Relief Devices Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Other Storage Fuel Gauge System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Other Storage Fuel Gauge System Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Other

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Other Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Other Storage

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Other Storage Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10005527

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 08, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . THERE ARE SEVERAL ISSUES GOING ON WITH MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK VEHICLE: 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DROPS DOWN TO EMPTY ALTHOUGH THE GAS TANK WAS JUST FILLED WITH GAS. 2) THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ CORRECT. AFTER THE GAS TANK IS FULL, THE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH (SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS NEAR EMPTY, SOMETIMES THE GAUGE READS 3/4 OF THE TANK FULL) WHEN OPERATING THE VEHICLE. 3) THE CAR DID NOT PASS THE CALIFORNIA SMOG TEST. 4) THE RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSTANT WHILE DRIVING AT AN EVEN SPEED. ONCE THE GAUGE HITS BETWEEN TWO TO THREE THOUSAND RPM, THE GAUGE DROPS BACK TO BETWEEN ONE AND TWO THOUSAND RPM ON AND OF WHEN DRIVING. 5) THE GAS TANK DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE EVEN THOUGH THE LID WAS SCREWED ON TIGHT. THE LID WAS REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE BUT THIS PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALL THESE ISSUES OCCUR WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO LOOK AT THESE ISSUES WITHOUT HAVING ME PAY THEM TO LOOK AT MY CAR. THESE ISSUES MY CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF SINCE 2001 TO PRESENT. THE PROBLEMS SEEM TO GET WORSE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORENO VALLEY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909-888-8686 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN BERNARDINO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92408 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Manual Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Manual Transmission Report #10007850

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2002.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . WE HAVE AN AUTO REPAIR GARAGE, AND WE HAVE SEEN A RECURRING PROBLEM ON 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK CARS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. THESE CARS DEVELOP A "TWEETY" CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING. WHEN WE GO IN TO REPLACE THE BEARING, WE HAVE FOUND THAT ONE OF THE TWO CLIPS FOR THE BEARING IS ALWAYS MISSING. THIS IS WHAT CAUSES THE BEARING TO GO BAD PREMATURELY. EACH TIME WE FIND THE SAME THING. ONE OF THE CLIPS ON THE CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING HAD BROKEN, CAUSING THE BEARING TO SIT CROOKED. THIS THEN ALLOWED THE CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING TO WEAR A GROOVE ON THE SNOUT THAT THE BEARING RIDES ON. THE BEARING WAS THEN GETTING CAUGHT IN THE GROOVE, PREVENTING IT FROM RELEASING FULLY. WE THEN NOT ONLY HAVE TO REPLACE THE BEARING AND THE CLIPS BUT ALSO THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION HOUSING BECAUSE THE SNOUT IS CAST INTO THE HOUSING. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR SUCH AN INEXPENSIVE CLIP. WE FEEL THAT THESE CLIPS NEED TO BE LOOKED INTO FURTHER TO FIND A STRONGER ONE TO PREVENT THIS PROBLEM..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in KANSAS CITY, KS. Vehicle was purchased on 20021111. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Manual Transmission Report #10007852

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 06, 2002.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . ONLY THREE MONTHS AFTER MY PURCHASE THE CAR DEVELOPED A NOISE. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC WHO RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING. I WAS SHOCKED THAT THIS PIECE HAD GONE BAD SO EARLY, AND I COULDN¿¿T UNDERSTAND WHY. I AUTHORIZED THE REPAIRS, AND AS THEY BEGAN WORKING ON IT THEY DISCOVERED WHY IT HAD GONE BAD PREMATURELY. ONE OF THE CLIPS ON THE CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING HAD BROKEN, CAUSING THE BEARING TO SIT CROOKED. THIS THEN ALLOWED THE CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING TO WEAR A GROOVE ON THE SNOUT THAT THE BEARING RIDES ON. THE BEARING WAS THEN GETTING CAUGHT IN THE GROOVE, PREVENTING IT FROM RELEASING FULLY. I NOT ONLY HAVE TO REPLACE THE BEARING AND THE CLIPS BUT ALSO THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION HOUSING BECAUSE THE SNOUT IS CAST INTO THE HOUSING.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68105 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in KANSAS CITY, MO. Vehicle was purchased on 20020708. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Clutch Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Report #10008359

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 03, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . CLUTCH CHIRPS LIKE A BIRD WHEN OUT, IS SILENT WHEN FULLY DEPRESSED. DIAGNOSIS: BAD THROW OUT BEARING. THIS IS THE THIRD CLUTCH IN THIS CAR FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. THE FIRST AT APPROXIMATELY 18,000 MILES; THE SECOND AT APPROXIMATELY 43,000, AND NOW AGAIN JUST 1500 MILES LATER! CLUTCH ACTUALLY DISENGAGED PERMANENTLY ON THE SHOP FLOOR WHILE THE DEALER WAS EXAMINING THE CAR -- HE WAS POKING AROUND THE BEARING AND IT "FELL OUT" OF ALIGNMENT, COMPLETELY PREVENTING THE CLUTCH FROM WORKING. THIS COULD'VE HAPPENED TO ME ON THE ROAD, WHILE DRIVING.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SHOREVIEW, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980922. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: LUTHER ACURA SUBARU ISUZU OF WHITE BEAR . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 651-481-7000 . DEALER'S CITY: WHITE BEAR LAKE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55110 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Visibility Sun Roof Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly Report #10016850

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 25, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY . SUNROOF SHATTERED AND FELL ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER. NO ROCKS WERE PRESENT, NOR ANY WIND. IT SIMPLY EXPLODED..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOULDER, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20020826. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System Wiring

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Wiring Report #10009361

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 03, 2002.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING . I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THE CAR JOLTED TO A STOP. THE MECHANIC SAID THE WIRES HOLDING POWER HARNESS IN PLACE HAD BROKEN AT AN EARLIER POINT IN TIME. THIS CAUSED THE POWER HARNESS TO SHIFT TO REST ON TOP OF THE SWAY BAR. THE CONSTANT RUBBING AGAINST THE SWAY BAR CAUSED 3 WIRES TO SHORT, BLOWING ALL FUSES AND THE COMPUTER MODULE. A SUBARU REP SAID THERE WAS ONE OTHER CASE LIKE THIS IN THE UP OF MICHIGAN. BUT HE BLAMED PACKED SNOW IN THE WHEEL WELLS. THIS DOES NOT MAKE SENSE IN NORTHERN ILLINOIS IN MAY. SUBARU ALSO CONFIRMED HAD I BEEN IN TRAFFIC I WOULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED. NO ONE HAS EXPLAINED WHY THE WIRE TIES BROKE CAUSING THE POWER HARNESS TO MOVE. AT 40000 IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY, AND WE HAD TO PAY THE DEDUCTIBLE FOR THE EXTENDED WARRANTY, EVEN THOUGH PARTIES HAVE SAID IT IS POSSIBLE THE WIRE TIES BROKE WHILE THE CAR WAS IN WARRANTY. *TS *NLM **DIMSII IVIES ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12-12-02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS**762507.Mileage was 40493 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):JF1GF4859XH. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ROCKFORD, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Other

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Other Report #10018547

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER CUT OUT INTERMITTENTLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in OREGON, WI. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #10020278

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 07, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . THE VEHICLES ABS FAILED. *NLM RETURNED USPS, 2ND ATTEMPT MADE 06/21/2007 FAILED. *LJ.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in STROUDSBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10022178

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . HEAD GASKET WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PH *CB.Mileage was 49150 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):453BG6853X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, DC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990715. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PLANET SUBARU .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #10027307

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 02, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO PEEN PACKING NUT ON 5TH GEAR WHICH CAUSED THE NUT TO BACK OFF. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO DROP OUT OF 5TH GEAR. *PH *CB *NLM.Mileage was 77000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PARSIPPANY, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 20031010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Axle Assembly Axle Shaft Seal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Axle Assembly Axle Shaft Seal Report #10032904

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 06, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL . TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO SEAL LEAKING FLUID TO FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. REQUIRES NEW TRANSMISSION. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685XX7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990412. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CLEMENTS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5072854772 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55902 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10032904

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 06, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO SEAL LEAKING FLUID TO FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. REQUIRES NEW TRANSMISSION. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685XX7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990412. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CLEMENTS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5072854772 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55902 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Clutch Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Report #10033124

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN MAY OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION.SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW "OPERATES AS DESIGNED" AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION.*AK .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990621. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LARRY MILLER SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 208-947-6300 . DEALER'S CITY: BOISE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: ID. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 83704 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Manual Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Manual Transmission Report #10033124

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN MAY OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION.SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW "OPERATES AS DESIGNED" AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION.*AK .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990621. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LARRY MILLER SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 208-947-6300 . DEALER'S CITY: BOISE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: ID. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 83704 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Manual Transmission Report #10038649

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . VEHICLE HAS A MANUAL TRANSMISSION.WHEN DRIVING IN 5 TH GEAR THE TRANSMISSION WILL POP OUT OF GEAR WITHOUT WARNING. SUBARU TECH EXPLAINED THAT A PACKING NUT ON THE GEAR SHAFT WAS NOT PROPERLY PEENED. THE NUT BACKED-OFF OVER TIME AND DAMAGED THE TRANSIMISSION.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685XX6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CHINO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001025. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Caliper

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Caliper Report #10039570

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER . BREAK FAILURE - 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHEN THE BREAKS ARE APPLIED THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR. OWNER REPLACED PADS - ROTORS, ETC TO IMPROVE THE PROBLEM. THE REPAIR DID NOT IMPROVE THE PROBLEM SO THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THE PROTECTIVE BOOTS AROUND THE CALIPER PISTONS WERE COMPLETELY DETERIOATED AND THAT THE CALPERS NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED. THIS APPEARS TO BE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT AND I SUGGESTED THAT THIS COULD BE WIDE SPREAD, AND A SAFETY HAZARD. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NO WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM AND THAT MY ISSUE WAS ONE OF A KIND. I HAVE BEEN INVOLVED WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF FAILURE ANALYSIS IN INDUSTRY AND I AM VERY SURE THAT THE BREAKDOWN OF THE RUBBER PISTON BOOTS IS CAUSED FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL. I WOULD SUGGEST THAT THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM AND THAT IT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED IMMEDIATELY. DAVID SLOCUM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in YARDLEY, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990219. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: COLEMAN SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: TRENTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Equipment

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Equipment Report #10042992

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT . MY 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK STALLS WHEN IT IS COLD. THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR TUNE-UPS AND REPAIRS WITH NO RESOLUTION. THE DEALERSHIP AND SUBARU'S AREA SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE, BOB WISEMAN, HAVE CLOSED THE CASE. I AM STUCK WITH A CAR THAT WON'T RUN. *LA.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DAYTON, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: WHITE ALLEN . DEALER'S CITY: DAYTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10042992

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . MY 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK STALLS WHEN IT IS COLD. THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR TUNE-UPS AND REPAIRS WITH NO RESOLUTION. THE DEALERSHIP AND SUBARU'S AREA SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE, BOB WISEMAN, HAVE CLOSED THE CASE. I AM STUCK WITH A CAR THAT WON'T RUN. *LA.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in DAYTON, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: WHITE ALLEN . DEALER'S CITY: DAYTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Report #10044315

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEMS HAVE NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20030515. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10044315

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEMS HAVE NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20030515. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Steering

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Steering Report #10045296

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . I HEARD A CLICKING IN MY CAR WHEN ON AN ENTRANCE RAMP. IT DID NOT SOUND TOO SERIOUS, BUT I MADE A NOTE OF IT. I WENT ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHIN A HALF A MILE MY CAR BEGAN TO WEAVE. THE STEERING APPEARED TO FAIL AND I WENT INTO A SPIN. I COULD NOT STEER THE CAR AND LOST CONTROL. THE BRAKES WERE WORKING BUT AT THE SPEED I WAS GOING (40-45MPH) I HIT THE LEFT BARRIER AFTER GOING OVER TWO LANES. THERE WAS NO RAIN OR ICE BUT THE ROAD WAS IN REALLY BAD SHAPE FROM CONSTRUCTION. I HAD EXPERIENCED THAT WEAVING SENSATION BEFORE IN THE SUBRARU ON UNEVEN ROADS BUT NOTHING LIKE THIS EVER HAPPENED. I AM LUCKY TO BE ALIVE. THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THE CAR WAS TOTALED. THE SHOP DID NOT REALLY CHECK WHAT WENT WRONG THEY SAID THE AXLE AND BRAKES AND TIRES SEEMED FINE. THE CAR COULD NOT START AND APPARENTLY THE TIMING CHAIN HAD BEEN DAMAGED. *LA.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in TUMBULL, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990416. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10047212

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 20, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . BIG HESITATION (CAR IS WARMED UP) WHEN STARTING AGAIN FROM STOP WHEN TURNING LEFT ACROSS TRAFFIC. IF I DON'T ALLOW 3X NORMAL DISTANCE I'D GET SLAMMED. I START WITH A SLOW STEADY DEPRESSION OF ACCELERATOR AND END UP HAVING TO PUT IT TO THE FLOOR FOR IT TO EVEN MOVE. DEALER KEEPS TELLING ME THEY COULDN'T DUPLI9CATE AND NOTHING IS WRONG. SUBARU.COM JUST BLEW ME OFF AND TOLD ME TO GO BACK TO DEALER. I'M AFRAID ONE DAY IT WON'T MOVE AT ALL; AND I BELIEVE IN PREVENTION WITH A CAPITAL P. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GRAND JUNCTION, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 19990920. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10050596

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 17, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . ENGINE OVERHEATED AFTER A 30-MINUTE TRIP. TEMP GAUGE READ NORMAL. THERMOSTAT, WATER PUMP, RADIATOR, HEAD GASKET ALL OK, BUT EXHAUST VALVES AND CYLINDER WALLS DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 126000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PUTNAM, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990331. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HOLMGREN SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: FRANKLIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #10050596

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 17, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . ENGINE OVERHEATED AFTER A 30-MINUTE TRIP. TEMP GAUGE READ NORMAL. THERMOSTAT, WATER PUMP, RADIATOR, HEAD GASKET ALL OK, BUT EXHAUST VALVES AND CYLINDER WALLS DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 126000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in PUTNAM, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990331. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HOLMGREN SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: FRANKLIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Report #10054761

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . THE HOOD LATCH OF MY 1999 OUTBACK IS FAULTY. TOOK IT BACK 2 X TO BE REPAIRED. THEY LOOKED AT MY LIKE I WAS CRAZY. THEY "CLEANED" THE LATCH ON 1/6/04, THEN THE PROBLEM HAPPENED 1 WEEK LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY. I CALLED THE SERVICE DEPT. AND INSISTED ON A REPLACEMENT HOOD LATCH. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 1/21, THE "TIGHTENED THE CABLE", LESS THAN 24 HRS. LATER THE HOOD LATCH OPENED AGAIN. WHEN THE SERVICE MANAGER WAS CALLED, HE TOLD MY HUSBAND "WELL, WE DIDN'T CHARGE HER ANYTHING!". TODAY, 1/23 THE HOOD OPENED AGAIN. WHEN TALKING ABOUT THIS TO A COWORKER SHE STATED THIS ALSO HAPPENED TO HER OUTBACK LAST YEAR. THIS IS DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE. *LA.Mileage was 68900 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SOUTHINGTON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990817. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: SCHALLER SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-826-2027 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW BRITAIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 06051 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10055149

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 25, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . MY 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK OVERHEATED AND PROBLEM ATTRIBUTED TO CRACKED HEAD GASKET. DEALER STATES THAT 99-01 ARE COVERED AS WARRANTY DESPITE MILEAGE IF HAS A PHASE 2 ENGINE. MINE IS PHASE 1. TRYING TO DETERMINE AMOUNT OF SIMILAR PROBLEMS.*AK.Mileage was 83200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MANTECA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981122. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Other

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Other Report #10058548

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . KEYLESS ENTRY CONTROL MODULE TOTAL FAILURE. CAR IS LESS THAN 6 YEARS OLD & HAS LESS THAN 76,000 MILES. REPLACEMENT PART IS $200 + LABOR TO INSTALL. DEALER SAYS THIS IS A RARE PROBLEM. *AK.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CHARLESTON, ME. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK SUBARU .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washer

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washer Report #10058550

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 05, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER . REAR WASHER PUMP TOTAL FAILURE CAR LESS THAN 5 YEARS OLD WHEN PROBLEM AROSE WITH UNDER 55,000 MILES. *AK .Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CHARLESTON, ME. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK SUBARU .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10060116

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 24, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . HEAD GASKET FAILED ON MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK. THE MATERIAL ON THE GASKET IS COMPLETELY GONE IN A FEW AREAS, CAUSING LEAKAGE INTO THE ENGINE AND SUBSEQUENT ENGINE FAILURE. SUBARU SPECIALIST THAT FIXED IT SAID HE HAD REPAIRED 10 SUBARU HEAD GASKETS IN JUST THE PAST 2 WEEKS ALONE. ANOTHER FRIEND HAS A 1999 SUBARU FORESTER THAT HAD ITS HEAD GASKET FAIL WITHIN 3 WEEKS OF MINE. ACCORDING TO THE SUBARU REPAIR SPECIALIST, SUBARU DOES NOT ADMIT THE HEAD GASKET IS DEFECTIVE. 2 DAYS AFTER GETTING THE HEAD GASKET FIXED, THE ALTERNATOR FAILED AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON A HIGHWAY. BARELY HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO EASE THE CAR OFF THE ROAD OUT OF TRAFFIC. OH, ONE MORE THING. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE REPAIR FACILITIES CAN'T SEEM TO FIND ANYTHING WRONG BUT THE EMISSIONS INSPECTION REPEATEDLY FAILS DUE TO THE LIGHT BEING ON.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in THURMONT, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 19990421. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FREDERICK MOTOR COMPANY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 3016636111 . DEALER'S CITY: FREDERICK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 21701 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10060393

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK LIMITED DEVELOPED AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEM CHARACTERIZED BY HESITATION AND HARSH, ABRUPT ENGAGEMENT OF THE TRANSMISSION WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. ORIGINALLY THE PROBLEM ONLY AROSE AS THE CAR WAS PLACED FROM PARK OR REVERSE INTO DRIVE. I TOOK IT TO ARMANDO'S SUBARU IN CANFIELD, OH AND WAS TOLD THEY COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. LATER THIS PROBLEM BECAME MORE FREQUENT AND PRONOUNCED. THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP AND THE CAR WOULD JERK WHEN THE TRANSMISSION ENGAGED. ALSO, THE PROBLEM STARTED OCCURING NOT ONLY WHEN I ORIGINALLY SET THE AT INTO GEAR, BUT ALSO FROM STOPS AFTER THE CAR WAS ALREADY IN GEAR. I WOULD SOMETIMES HAVE TO REV THE ENGINE MORE THAN ONCE TO GET IT TO ENGAGE AND IT JERKED. WHEN I RETURNED TO THE DEALER I WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE THE CONTROL MODEL BUT PROBABLY WOULD NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT A COST OF SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS. I DID NOT FEEL THE CAR WAS SAFE ANYMORE BECAUSE I COULD NOT BE SURE WHETHER THE TRANSMISSION WOULD ENGAGE OR HESITATE WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC. INCIDENT DATE LISTED IS APPROX TIME PROBLEM FIRST DEVELOPED, IT GOT WORSE OVER TIME. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in YOUNGSTOWN, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10063399

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHEN PRESSURE IS RELEASED FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE IT ROLLS BACKWARDS. ALSO, GEARS ARE SLOW TO ENGAGE. DEALER DETERMINED THAT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ANN ARBOR, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10066813

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE AT 115000 MILES. *AK.Mileage was 115000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ROCKFORD, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #10068931

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2003.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . I KEEP GETTING A CHIRP WHEN THE CLUTCH IS OUT; GOES AWAY WHEN IT\\'S FULLY DEPRESSED. PROBLEM IS THE THROW-OUT BEARING ASSEMBLY. SEEMS THE PINS THAT HOLD IT IN PLACE KEEP FAILING, CAUSING THE BEARING TO RUB AGAINS THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, WEARING IT OUT PREMATURELY. IT\\'S A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR SUCH A SMALL, INEXPENSIVE PART. AND IT KEEPS FAILING. FIRST AT 18,500, THEN AT 43000, THEN AGAIN AT 45000..Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SHOREVIEW, MN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Wheels

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Wheels Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Tires

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Tires Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seat Belts

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seat Belts Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #10070684

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . I BOUGHT A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION IN JUNE OF 1999. WITHIN SIX MONTHS, THE CAR BEGAN TO EXHIBIT CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I BROUGHT THIS TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE SUBARU DEALER. FOR THREE YEARS THEY DENIED THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS SAYING THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. FINALLY IN JUNE OF 2002, I WAS ABLE TO GET A REGIONAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR TO ADMIT THAT THE CAR DEFINITELY HAD PROBLEMS. HIS FIRST SOLUTION WAS TO SUGGEST THAT I TRADE THE CAR IN ON A NEW ONE. WHEN I DECLINED, HE OFFERED TO HAVE THE CAR PROPERLY REPAIRED, AS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THREE YEARS PRIOR. AFTER FOUR TRIPS TO TWO DIFFERENT SUBARU DEALERS AND AFTER SUPPOSEDLY HAVING THE ENTIRE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED THREE TIMES, THE CAR IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN IT EVER HAS BEEN. SUBARU HAS REFUSED TO REPAIR THE CAR, DESPITE THE FACT THAT IT'S UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERS THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD TO RETAIN AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH SUBARU OF AMERICA. SUBARU CLAIMS THAT THE CAR NOW OPERATES AS DESIGNED AND THAT ANY PROBLEMS I AM NOW EXPERIENCING ARE A RESULT OF MY DRIVING HABITS. SUBARU REFUSES TO REPLACE THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE ABLE TO STALL ANY REPAIRS UNTIL THE CAR PASSED THE TWO YEAR LEMON LAW EXCLUSION. THIS IS NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE FAILURES. THE CAR WENT THROUGH A SET OF MICHELIN RADIAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 20,000 MILES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED REPEATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. THIS CAR CANNOT BE DRIVEN IN SNOW (CONTRARY TO SUBARU'S COMMERCIALS) BECAUSE THE TIRES BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ARE THROWN OUT OF BALANCE. THE BRAKES ALSO BECOME COMPACTED WITH SNOW AND ICE AND HAVE FAILED REPEATEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. THE RADIO ANTENNA REFUSES TO RETRACT IN COLD WEATHER. I COULD GO ON AND ON, BUT SUBARU REFUSES TO LISTEN OR REPAIR THE CAR..Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10075425

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 23, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . AT AROUND 74,000 MILES THE CAM SHAFT BEGAN TO FRACTURE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH A REMANUFACTURED ENGINE. SUBARU REFUSED TO PROVIDE ANY COMPENSATION BECAUSE IT WAS OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WENATCHEE, WA. Vehicle was purchased on 20001015. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Child Seat Tether (strap)

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Child Seat Tether (strap) Report #10075956

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with CHILD SEAT:TETHER (STRAP) . CONCERN REGARDING THE TOP TETHER FOR THE CHILD'S CAR SEAT THAT IS MOUNTED ON THE CEILING OF THE CAR.*MR THE CONSUMER INSTALLED THREE CAR SEATS IN THE BACKSEAT OF THE VEHICLE AND THE TOP TETHERS WERE MOUNTED TO THE PROVIDED MOUNTS. VISIBILITY OUT OF THE REAR WINDOW WAS HINDERED GREATLY DUE TO THE POSITION OF THE TETHERS. THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY THE TOP TETHERS CANNOT BE REMOUNTED BEHIND THE REAR SEATS AS THEY ARE IN THE SEDAN. *NM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6845X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MORAGA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980701. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DIABLO MAZDA . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94596 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Clutch Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Report #10081658

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . WHILE SHIFTING THE GEARS GEAR SHIFT FAILED, A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED REPLACEMENT DUE TO WORN OUT PART. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10086492

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . RANDOM OVERHEATING IN MY 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK WAGON, 85000 , LEAD TO BEING STRANDED ON A RURAL ROAD. AFTER REPLACING THERMOSTAT, PROBLEM WAS NOT FIXED. EVENTUALLY, MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS DUE TO A FAILED HEAD GASKET. AT 85000, THIS PROBLEM SHOULD NOT OCCUR. SUBARU HAS ISSUED A RECALL ON PHASE II, 2.5L ENGINE HEAD GASKETS BECAUSE OF FAILURE, HOWEVER HAVE CHOSEN TO IGNORE THE OWNERS OF THE PHASE I ENGINES. I FOUND A WEB-SITE FORUM WITH MANY OTHER VICTUMS OF SUBARUS NEGLECT, MANY OF WHOM WERE ALSO STRANDED ON THE ROADSIDE BECAUSE OF THIS DEFECT IN CARS WITH 50-100K MILEAGE. CLEARLY THE HEAD-GASKETS ON THESE ENGINES ARE DEFECTIVE AND THIS IS SERIOUS DEFECT THAT SUBARU SHOULD ACKNOWLEGE AND FIX.*AK.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CARRBORO, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20030715. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PERFORMANCE SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: DURHAM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Front Springs Coil Springs

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Springs Coil Springs Report #10087596

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN NHTSA RECALL 01V216000. PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, NEW JERSEY, NEW HAMPSHIRE, OHIO, THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE SALT, CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE SPRING. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEWBURYPORT, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Springs Coil Springs Report #10086550

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 10, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . FRONT RIGHT COIL SPRING BROKE WHICH AND CAUSED THE FRONT TIRE TO BECOME SHREDDED. THE CAR WAS UNDRIVEABLE AND NEEDED TO BE TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC. WE DISCOVERED THAT A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED FOR THIS EXACT PROBLEM (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 01V216000). HOWEVER, SUBARU REFUSSED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR BECAUSE THE CAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE BATCH OF CARS INVOLVED IN THE RECALL. WE THEREFORE HAD OUR MECHANIC REPAIR THE VEHICLE..Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEWBURYPORT, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20040710. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission Cooling Unit And Lines

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Cooling Unit And Lines Report #10098524

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES . AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LINES RUNNING FROM TRANSMISSION TO THE RADIATOR SPLIT RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRANSMISSION FLUID. THESE WERE THE METAL LINES NOT THE RUBBER CONNECTORS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6859X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MISSOURI CITY, TX. Vehicle was purchased on 20040608. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Master Cylinder

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Master Cylinder Report #10105361

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER . WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in FULLERTON, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags Frontal

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10106598

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . SLID OFF THE ROAD ON ICE AT @ 35 MPH, WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT, JUMPED A CREEK AND HIT THE SIDE OF A HILL HEAD ON HOWEVER THE DRIVER'S SIDE HAD MORE DAMAGE SO IT PROBABLY HIT FIRST. NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *NM.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SMITHVILLE, MO. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20020801. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10108188

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . APPROXIMATELY 6 MONTHS AGO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STARTED HAVING TROUBLE SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. CAR WOULD HESITATE AND FINALLY LURCH FORWARD. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND WAS AT FIRST TOLD THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, THEN WAS TOLD I NEEDED A NEW $3400 TRANSMISSION. I WAS TOLD TO BABY THE CAR FOR AS LONG AS I COULD. 4 MONTHS LATER CAR BECAME STUCK IN REVERSE AND WOULD NOT SHIFT TO DRIVE. TOOK IT TO ANOTHER SERVICE CENTER (NOT THE DEALER) THAT SPECIALIZES IN SUBARU'S AND WAS TOLD THIS WAS A COMMON SUBARU PROBLEM WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. I WAS ALSO TOLD THAT I COULD HAVE GOTTEN AT LEAST 15 - 20,000 MORE MILES OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION IS THE TRANSMISSION FILTER HAD EVER BEEN REPLACED AND THE FLUID FLUSHED. (UP UNTIL THIS TIME I HAD ALWAYS HAD THE CAR SERVICED UNDER WARRANTY AT THE DEALER). I AM BEING TOLD NOW THAT I WILL HAVE TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION. THIS SEEMS RIDICULOUS BEING THAT THE CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000119. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BOB BAKER SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: SAN DIEGO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92020 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly Report #10109480

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY . THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND WAS TOWED. THE RADIATOR WAS REPLACED. VEHICLE BROKE DOWN A SECOND TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AGAIN AND THE HEAD GASKET WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE.*AK.Mileage was 99200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BEVERLY, WV. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10109480

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND WAS TOWED. THE RADIATOR WAS REPLACED. VEHICLE BROKE DOWN A SECOND TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AGAIN AND THE HEAD GASKET WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE.*AK.Mileage was 99200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BEVERLY, WV. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10110652

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 14, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . I OWN A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. CAR LIGHT CAME ON AT ABOUT 85000. DEALER UNABLE TO DETERMINE PROBLEM & LIGHT TURNED OFF. LIGHT BACK ON SHORTLY AFTER - HAD 90000 MILE MAINTAINENCE COMPLETED - DEALER STILL UNSURE OF PROBLEM. SHORTLY AFTER THIS, WHEN ACCELARATING TO HIGHWAY SPEED, CLEAR POWER LOSS NOTED - ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP - REPORTED THAT VALVE BROKEN - HEAD REQUIRED REPLACING. DEALER/ MECHANIC STATED THAT THEY HAD NEVER SEEN THIS PROBLEM BEFORE. TOTAL COST OF DEALER BILLS - OVER 3500. SUBARU REFUSED TO REIMBURSE FOR PROBLEM - BLAMED ON MILEAGE. I'VE HAD WELL-MAINTAINED VEHICLES WITH OVER 150000 MILES AND NEVER HAVE ENCOUNTERED THIS PROBLEMS BEFORE.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 88000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in LAME DEER, MT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990710. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RIMROCK SUBARU .
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10110732

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 04, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . I HAD JUST PAID APPROX. $450 FOR THE MAJOR 90,000 MILE DEALER SERVICE AND THEY TOLD ME MY VEHICLE IS IN GREAT SHAPE. I'VE MAINTAINED IT RELIGIOUSLY. I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY OF 6 YEARS/100,000 MILES THAT JUST ENDED SEP. '04. I JUST DROVE IT UP TO THE MOUNTAINS AND 90 MILES FROM MY DESTINATION, WITH THE CAR DRIVING PERFECTLY, I NOTICED THE TEMP. GAUGE WAS SPIKED. ULTIMATELY IT TURNED OUT THAT THE HEAD GASKET WENT. I HAVE 91,000 MILES ON MY SUBARU. I SPOKE TO NUMEROUS GARAGES IN MAMMOTH LAKES AND THEY SEE THIS PROBLEM ON A DAILY BASIS. DOING RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, YOU WILL FIND THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE. I WAS TOLD BY ONE OF THE MECHANICS THAT ALL OF THE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM 4 CYLINDER SUBARU ENGINES BLOW HEAD GASKETS AT SOME POINT AFTER APPROX. 80,000 MILES AND THAT THIS ENGINE HAS SINCE BEEN DISCONTINUED. I ALSO HAVE COME TO FIND OUT THAT THE "PHASE 2" VERSION WAS RECALLED AND THEY WILL FIX THAT ONE, BUT THE "PHASE 1" ENGINE THAT I, AND THOUSANDS OF OTHERS, HAVE THEY WON'T DO A DAMN THING ABOUT. WHAT KIND OF COMPANY IS THIS? IT AIN'T ROCKET SCIENCE... THEY PUT OUT A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND ALL THEY WILL DO IS STICK IT TO THE CONSUMER. THIS COMPANY NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR GLARING AND OBVIOUS SCREW UP. HOW CAN THEY GET AWAY WITH THIS?*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in HERMOSA BEACH, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000110. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FRANK'S IRVINE SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 9498373500 . DEALER'S CITY: LAKE FOREST . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92630 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10111156

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 14, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STALLED. *NM THE ENGINE STALLED DUE TO HEAD GASKET FAILURE. IN REVIEWING THE MANUFACTURER'S WEBSITE THE CONSUMER SAW A RECALL RELATED TO HEAD GASKET FAILURE. THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE COST OF THE REPAIRS. *NM.Mileage was 68849 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6854X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MADISON, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: DON MILLER SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: MADISON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10112604

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 18, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 99 OUTBACK - TRANNY WONT ENGAGE WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE FROM PARK, NUETRAL, OR REVERSE. REV THE MOTOR AND THEN C-LUNK INTO DRIVE AFTER LONG DELAY. GOT WORSE OVER TIME. SUBARU AND OTHER SERVICE SHOPS SAY IT'S COMMON ON 99'S, PROBABLY THE MAIN PUMP SEALS, AND THE TRANNY HAS TO COME OUT TO FIX OR REPLACE. I CHANGED THE FLUID TWICE IN A WEEK TO "FLUSH" IT - MUCH BETTER NOW, ALMOST "OK" (COMPARED TO $2500 FIX) BUT STILL NOT "NORMAL". *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in STRATFORD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DAN PERKINS SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: MILFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10120133

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: CALLER SPEEDOMETER HEAD IS BROKEN OR THERE IS SOMETHING BROKE INSIDE. CALLED DEALER SAID SUBARU SAID THEY NEW THERE IS PROBLEM WITH THAT MODEL AND SPEEDOMETER HEAD. SUBARU WAS NOT GOING TO RECALL DUE TO NOT BEING A SAFETY CONCERN. *AK SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER OPERATES SPORADICALLY AT TIMES RECORDING SPEED AND MILEAGE, OTHER TIMES NOT AT ALL. *SB.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BRIGHTON, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20010115. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BURT'S SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 303-761-7453 . DEALER'S CITY: ENGLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 80110 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System Ignition

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #10128220

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 10, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . I HAVE A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHEN USING THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR THE CAR STARTED WITHOUT A KEY IN THE IGNITION. I WAS ABLE TO REPEAT THIS OCCURENCE AT LEAST 5 TIMES..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CRISWALD . DEALER'S CITY: GAITHERSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Vehicle Speed Control

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10130887

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . SPEEDOMETER INTERMITTENTLY FAILS ABOUT 25% OF THE TIME. ODOMETER STOPS ALSO. THERE IS NO PATTERN TO WHEN IT FAILS OR UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS. UNABLE TO DETERMINE SPEED ACCURATELY. REPAIR NOT YET DONE. SUBARU IS CHARGING FOR THIS REPAIR. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 107600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20050103. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: FLATIRONS SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-830-6657 . DEALER'S CITY: BOULDER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 80303 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Latches/locks/linkages Trunk Lid Lock

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Trunk Lid Lock Report #10138373

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK . THE TRUNK DOOR ON MY SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK STATION WAGON WILL NOT OPEN. ONCE YOU LOCK IT, YOU CAN NOT OPEN IT AGAIN UNLESS YOU JIGGLE THE LOCK OVER AND OVER WITH THE KEY. THIS IS A VERY FRUSTRATING FAILURE BECAUSE WHEN YOU HAVE A STATION WAGON, A WORKING TRUNK DOOR IS VITAL. I WAS TOLD BY A SUBARU DEALER THAT IT WOULD COST ABOUT $300 TO $400 TO FIX SO I HAVE DELAYED FIXING IT BECAUSE I CAN SOMETIMES WORK ON IT AND GET IT TO OPEN. WHEN I BROUGHT THE CAR TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, HE TOLD ME HE HAD 3 TO 4 OTHER SUBARU OWNERS COME IN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WHICH HE IS NOT CAPABLE OF FIXING. APPARENTLY, THE BACK INSIDE PANEL HAS TO BE REMOVED AND A BODY SHOP HAS TO DO THE WORK. YESTERDAY, I WAS AT A SUPERMARKET PARKING LOT TRYING TO OPEN THE BACK WHEN A COUPLE APPROACHED ME AND TOLD ME THEY HAD TO REPLACE THEIR LOCK BECAUSE IT WOULDN'T OPEN. THEY HAVE A SUBARU STATION WAGON ALSO (I DON'T KNOW THE YEAR, BUT IT WAS NOT BRAND NEW) I BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE MOTOR OR LOCK. *B.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in IRVINGTON, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981030. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Front Springs Coil Springs

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Springs Coil Springs Report #10141737

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP AFTER GETTING THE VEHICLE SERVICED THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THIS PUNCTURED THE TIRE AND CAUSED IT TO GO FLAT IN A MATTER OF SECONDS. THE MECHANIC TOOK THE TIRE OFF AND FOUND THAT THE COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL, 01V216000, BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALERSHIP GETTING REPAIRED. .Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: FUCILLO AUTOMALL . DEALER'S CITY: WATERTOWN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Report #10141884

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 22, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . WE WERE IN A RATHER HARD FRONT END COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS IN OUR VEHICLE DID NOT DEPLOY. *NM.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 3 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 111621 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MANCHESTER, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20031125. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Belts And Associated Pulleys

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Belts And Associated Pulleys Report #10147068

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS . THE 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK IS EQUIPPED WITH A DUAL OVERHEAD CAM ENGINE. THE TIMING BELT PULLEY FOR THE CAMS ARE MADE OF PLASTIC. MY WIFE AND 2 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER HAD JUST EXITED INTERSTATE 20 NEAR ATLANTA WHEN THE ENGINE "SOUNDED LIKE AN EXPLOSION" ACCORDING TO MY WIFE. THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY LOST ALL POWER AND SEIZED, AND SHE HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING AND STOPPING THE CAR WITHOUT POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE RIGHT CAM PULLEY (PLASTIC) HAD SHATTERED CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. HAD THIS HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE AT SPEED, THERE COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENT AND INJURIES. THE CAR HAD BEEN MAINTAINED, INCLUDING REPLACEMENT OF TIMING BELT AT RECOMMENDED INTERVAL. THE ENGINE IS RUINED AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OR REBUILDING. CAR HAS BEEN SITTING IN MY GARAGE SINCE. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in COVINGTON, GA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030828. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10151257

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . IN OCTOBER 2003, THE ENGINE OF MY 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK WITH 80,000 MILES OVERHEATED, SEIZED AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT THE TIME AND REALIZED THE CAR WAS LOSING POWER AND THE THERMOSTAT GAUGE WAS ABOVE "H". I CONTACTED SUBARU PRIOR TO THE REPAIR AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PROBLEM WAS LIKELY DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE AND BESIDES, MY VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THIS WAS SUBARU'S RESPONSE EVEN THOUGH I REGULARLY MAINTAIN MY CAR. I DID GET THE ENGINE REPLACED AT SIGNIFICANT OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSE. LAST WEEK, WHILE TRAVELING ALONG THE INTERSTATE, MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE AGAIN WAS ON "H" AND I QUICKLY PULLED OFF THE ROAD. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WAS ON AND I IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF THE ENGINE. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A SUBARU MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT THE HEAD GASKET HAD FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. ANOTHER SIGNIFICANT EXPENSE AFTER ONLY 30,000 MILES ON A FACTORY REBUILT ENGINE. ALTHOUGH I AM NOW AWARE THAT SUBARU SENT OUT A RECALL / NOTIFICATION LETTER IN FEB. 2004, I DID NOT RECEIVE ONE, APPARENTLY BECAUSE I HAVE THE TYPE OF ENGINE THAT MAY NOT BE COVERED BY THE NOTIFICATION. IT IS CLEAR FROM A REVIEW OF THIS WEBSITE THAT I AM NOT ALONE IN MY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE OUTBACK'S ENGINE AND COOLING SYSTEM, AND THE FACT THAT SUBARU IS NOT STANDING BEHIND ITS PRODUCT. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 113000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990327. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HEUBERGER SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: COLORADO SPRINGS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 80903 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seats

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seats Report #10156391

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEATS . I WAS QUITE HURT (TO THE DEGREE OF HAVING TO GO ON SSD) IN A REAR END COLLISION IN A 1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON. IN TRYING TO RECOVER THE ORIGINAL HEAD REST OF THIS CAR I LEARNED IT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED WITH A MUCH SAFER MODEL. IN DOING A RECENT CRASH ANALYSIS WITH THIS NEW HEAD REST I REALIZED THE SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES AND HOW MUCH SAFER THE NEW HEAD REST IS. I LEARNED ON YOUR CAR SAFETY WEB SITE OF THE NATIONAL CAUTION ON THE WHOLE SEAT OF THIS MODEL SEATS AND HEAD REST. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ORTHOPEDIC (LEFT ARM, ALL/WHOLE BACK, RIGHT LEG, BOTH KNEES, POSTURE) AND BRAIN INJURY PROBLEMS FROM MY CAR ACCIDENT. I RECENTLY LEARNED (3/06), THAT SUBARU STARTED UNOFFICIALLY REPLACING THE SEAT AND HEAD REST OF THIS MODEL LEGACY 1998 THRU 1999 WHENEVER POSSIBLE. MEANING WHENEVER THESE MODELS REQUESTED NEW PARTS, THERE IS AN UNOFFICIAL RECALL IN THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE ORIGINAL PART ONLY THE SAFER NEW PARTS. I KEEP THINKING ABOUT HOW EASY A RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY A 2 AND A HALF YEARS MODEL CAR IS (I HAVE EXPERIENCED A GM RECALL OF A PART THAT WENT VERY SMOOTHLY). THERE IS A GREAT COST TO SOCIETY AND MYSELF OF THERE NOT BEING AN OFFICIAL RECALL. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL WITH A LETTER OR I WILL SEND ANOTHER LETTER BY SIGNED RECEIPT EMAIL. SINCERELY, MARCIE ELLIS. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NY, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20010802. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RYE FORD SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 747-9162 . DEALER'S CITY: RYE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10580 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Report #10156391

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . I WAS QUITE HURT (TO THE DEGREE OF HAVING TO GO ON SSD) IN A REAR END COLLISION IN A 1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON. IN TRYING TO RECOVER THE ORIGINAL HEAD REST OF THIS CAR I LEARNED IT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED WITH A MUCH SAFER MODEL. IN DOING A RECENT CRASH ANALYSIS WITH THIS NEW HEAD REST I REALIZED THE SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES AND HOW MUCH SAFER THE NEW HEAD REST IS. I LEARNED ON YOUR CAR SAFETY WEB SITE OF THE NATIONAL CAUTION ON THE WHOLE SEAT OF THIS MODEL SEATS AND HEAD REST. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ORTHOPEDIC (LEFT ARM, ALL/WHOLE BACK, RIGHT LEG, BOTH KNEES, POSTURE) AND BRAIN INJURY PROBLEMS FROM MY CAR ACCIDENT. I RECENTLY LEARNED (3/06), THAT SUBARU STARTED UNOFFICIALLY REPLACING THE SEAT AND HEAD REST OF THIS MODEL LEGACY 1998 THRU 1999 WHENEVER POSSIBLE. MEANING WHENEVER THESE MODELS REQUESTED NEW PARTS, THERE IS AN UNOFFICIAL RECALL IN THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE ORIGINAL PART ONLY THE SAFER NEW PARTS. I KEEP THINKING ABOUT HOW EASY A RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY A 2 AND A HALF YEARS MODEL CAR IS (I HAVE EXPERIENCED A GM RECALL OF A PART THAT WENT VERY SMOOTHLY). THERE IS A GREAT COST TO SOCIETY AND MYSELF OF THERE NOT BEING AN OFFICIAL RECALL. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL WITH A LETTER OR I WILL SEND ANOTHER LETTER BY SIGNED RECEIPT EMAIL. SINCERELY, MARCIE ELLIS. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NY, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20010802. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RYE FORD SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 747-9162 . DEALER'S CITY: RYE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10580 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seats Front Assembly Head Restraint

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seats Front Assembly Head Restraint Report #10156391

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT . I WAS QUITE HURT (TO THE DEGREE OF HAVING TO GO ON SSD) IN A REAR END COLLISION IN A 1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON. IN TRYING TO RECOVER THE ORIGINAL HEAD REST OF THIS CAR I LEARNED IT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED WITH A MUCH SAFER MODEL. IN DOING A RECENT CRASH ANALYSIS WITH THIS NEW HEAD REST I REALIZED THE SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES AND HOW MUCH SAFER THE NEW HEAD REST IS. I LEARNED ON YOUR CAR SAFETY WEB SITE OF THE NATIONAL CAUTION ON THE WHOLE SEAT OF THIS MODEL SEATS AND HEAD REST. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ORTHOPEDIC (LEFT ARM, ALL/WHOLE BACK, RIGHT LEG, BOTH KNEES, POSTURE) AND BRAIN INJURY PROBLEMS FROM MY CAR ACCIDENT. I RECENTLY LEARNED (3/06), THAT SUBARU STARTED UNOFFICIALLY REPLACING THE SEAT AND HEAD REST OF THIS MODEL LEGACY 1998 THRU 1999 WHENEVER POSSIBLE. MEANING WHENEVER THESE MODELS REQUESTED NEW PARTS, THERE IS AN UNOFFICIAL RECALL IN THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE ORIGINAL PART ONLY THE SAFER NEW PARTS. I KEEP THINKING ABOUT HOW EASY A RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY A 2 AND A HALF YEARS MODEL CAR IS (I HAVE EXPERIENCED A GM RECALL OF A PART THAT WENT VERY SMOOTHLY). THERE IS A GREAT COST TO SOCIETY AND MYSELF OF THERE NOT BEING AN OFFICIAL RECALL. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL WITH A LETTER OR I WILL SEND ANOTHER LETTER BY SIGNED RECEIPT EMAIL. SINCERELY, MARCIE ELLIS. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NY, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20010802. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RYE FORD SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 747-9162 . DEALER'S CITY: RYE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10580 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Rear Shock Absorber

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Rear Shock Absorber Report #10156391

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER . I WAS QUITE HURT (TO THE DEGREE OF HAVING TO GO ON SSD) IN A REAR END COLLISION IN A 1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON. IN TRYING TO RECOVER THE ORIGINAL HEAD REST OF THIS CAR I LEARNED IT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED WITH A MUCH SAFER MODEL. IN DOING A RECENT CRASH ANALYSIS WITH THIS NEW HEAD REST I REALIZED THE SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES AND HOW MUCH SAFER THE NEW HEAD REST IS. I LEARNED ON YOUR CAR SAFETY WEB SITE OF THE NATIONAL CAUTION ON THE WHOLE SEAT OF THIS MODEL SEATS AND HEAD REST. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ORTHOPEDIC (LEFT ARM, ALL/WHOLE BACK, RIGHT LEG, BOTH KNEES, POSTURE) AND BRAIN INJURY PROBLEMS FROM MY CAR ACCIDENT. I RECENTLY LEARNED (3/06), THAT SUBARU STARTED UNOFFICIALLY REPLACING THE SEAT AND HEAD REST OF THIS MODEL LEGACY 1998 THRU 1999 WHENEVER POSSIBLE. MEANING WHENEVER THESE MODELS REQUESTED NEW PARTS, THERE IS AN UNOFFICIAL RECALL IN THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE ORIGINAL PART ONLY THE SAFER NEW PARTS. I KEEP THINKING ABOUT HOW EASY A RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY A 2 AND A HALF YEARS MODEL CAR IS (I HAVE EXPERIENCED A GM RECALL OF A PART THAT WENT VERY SMOOTHLY). THERE IS A GREAT COST TO SOCIETY AND MYSELF OF THERE NOT BEING AN OFFICIAL RECALL. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL WITH A LETTER OR I WILL SEND ANOTHER LETTER BY SIGNED RECEIPT EMAIL. SINCERELY, MARCIE ELLIS. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NY, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20010802. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RYE FORD SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 747-9162 . DEALER'S CITY: RYE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10580 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body Bumpers

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Bumpers Report #10156391

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2001.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS . I WAS QUITE HURT (TO THE DEGREE OF HAVING TO GO ON SSD) IN A REAR END COLLISION IN A 1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON. IN TRYING TO RECOVER THE ORIGINAL HEAD REST OF THIS CAR I LEARNED IT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED WITH A MUCH SAFER MODEL. IN DOING A RECENT CRASH ANALYSIS WITH THIS NEW HEAD REST I REALIZED THE SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES AND HOW MUCH SAFER THE NEW HEAD REST IS. I LEARNED ON YOUR CAR SAFETY WEB SITE OF THE NATIONAL CAUTION ON THE WHOLE SEAT OF THIS MODEL SEATS AND HEAD REST. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ORTHOPEDIC (LEFT ARM, ALL/WHOLE BACK, RIGHT LEG, BOTH KNEES, POSTURE) AND BRAIN INJURY PROBLEMS FROM MY CAR ACCIDENT. I RECENTLY LEARNED (3/06), THAT SUBARU STARTED UNOFFICIALLY REPLACING THE SEAT AND HEAD REST OF THIS MODEL LEGACY 1998 THRU 1999 WHENEVER POSSIBLE. MEANING WHENEVER THESE MODELS REQUESTED NEW PARTS, THERE IS AN UNOFFICIAL RECALL IN THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE ORIGINAL PART ONLY THE SAFER NEW PARTS. I KEEP THINKING ABOUT HOW EASY A RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY A 2 AND A HALF YEARS MODEL CAR IS (I HAVE EXPERIENCED A GM RECALL OF A PART THAT WENT VERY SMOOTHLY). THERE IS A GREAT COST TO SOCIETY AND MYSELF OF THERE NOT BEING AN OFFICIAL RECALL. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL WITH A LETTER OR I WILL SEND ANOTHER LETTER BY SIGNED RECEIPT EMAIL. SINCERELY, MARCIE ELLIS. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NY, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20010802. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RYE FORD SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 747-9162 . DEALER'S CITY: RYE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10580 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Report #10160782

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 23, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . AT 1 P.M. ON 23 APR '06, MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK AT ABOUT 50 MPH. WE HAD JUST ENTERED A CURVE WHEN THE CAR'S HOOD LATCH FAILED AND ALLOWED THE HOOD TO FLY UP AND SLAM INTO THE WINDSHIELD AND ROOF. THAT COMPLETELY BLOCKED OUR FORWARD VIEW AND WE ENTERED THE ONCOMING LANE. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS COMING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. WE WERE ABLE TO SLOW DOWN AND MAKE OUR WAY ON TO THE SHOULDER. WE WERE COVERED WITH GLASS PARTICLES BUT THANK GOD NEITHER ONE OF US WAS INJURED. I AM NOW VERY NERVOUS WHEN I DRIVE THE CAR. THE HOOD WAS LAST OPENED ABOUT TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE ACCIDENT BUT THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVEN FOR OVER 200 MILES AND SOME OF THAT WAS ON THE INTERSTATE. THERE WAS NO WARNING. WE HAD TO PAY OVER $2300 TO REPAIR WINDSHIELD, HOOD AND MISCELLANEOUS DAMAGE IN THE MOTOR COMPARTMENT. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG685XX7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BLOOMINGDALE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981130. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly Report #10161108

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY . MY DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT LOCKED ME IN AND I HAD TO CRAWL OUT FROM UNDER IT. IT CANNOT BE RELEASED. *JB.Mileage was 91995 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SWAN VALLEY, ID. Vehicle was purchased on 20000908. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GOLD RUSH SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: ? . DEALER'S CITY: AUBURN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95603 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System Instrument Panel

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Instrument Panel Report #10175265

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . THERE WAS NOTHING ABNORMAL THAT PRECLUDED THE FAILURE. THE SPEEDOMETER COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING AND NOW ONLY INTERMITTENTLY WORKS. FORTUNATELY, THERE HAS BEEN NO INCIDENTS BECAUSE OF THIS FAILURE. HOWEVER, IT COULD LEAD TO EXCESSIVE SPEED WHICH MAY LEAD TO VEHICLE ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO CORRECT THIS ISSUE. A CALL TO SUBARU OF AMERICA YIELDED NO INFORMATION. HOWEVER, ONLINE RESEARCH HAS SHOWN THAT THIS IS OCCURRING QUITE FREQUENTLY AMONG THIS MAKE AND MODEL YEAR. A NEW PART WILL LIKELY HAVE TO BE ORDERED.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91350 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in FIELDBROOK, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981226. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SOUND SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: RENTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Report #10175265

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THERE WAS NOTHING ABNORMAL THAT PRECLUDED THE FAILURE. THE SPEEDOMETER COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING AND NOW ONLY INTERMITTENTLY WORKS. FORTUNATELY, THERE HAS BEEN NO INCIDENTS BECAUSE OF THIS FAILURE. HOWEVER, IT COULD LEAD TO EXCESSIVE SPEED WHICH MAY LEAD TO VEHICLE ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO CORRECT THIS ISSUE. A CALL TO SUBARU OF AMERICA YIELDED NO INFORMATION. HOWEVER, ONLINE RESEARCH HAS SHOWN THAT THIS IS OCCURRING QUITE FREQUENTLY AMONG THIS MAKE AND MODEL YEAR. A NEW PART WILL LIKELY HAVE TO BE ORDERED.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91350 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in FIELDBROOK, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981226. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SOUND SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: RENTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Report #10176240

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . THE HOOD FLEW OPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING 65 MPH. THIS CAR HAD NOT RECENTLY HAD ITS OIL CHANGED OR ITS HOOD OPENED. THE HOOD NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, AS WELL AS THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105780 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in OKEMOS, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990331. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WILLIAMS AUTOWORLD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 517-484-1341 . DEALER'S CITY: LANSING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: 00. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 48912 .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Report #10178008

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . COLLISION AT APPROX 40 MPH, SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO RT FRONT QUARTER AND BUMPER. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *NM.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ROME, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Seat Belts

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Seat Belts Report #10178008

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . COLLISION AT APPROX 40 MPH, SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO RT FRONT QUARTER AND BUMPER. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *NM.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ROME, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System Instrument Panel

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Instrument Panel Report #10186303

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER FAILS SPONTANEOUSLY, INTERMITTENTLY AND FREQUENTLY. INDICATED SPEED DROPS TO ZERO. RETURNS SPONTANEOUSLY AFTER 10 SECONDS TO 15 MINUTES. NOT VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) OR WIRING/CONNECTOR RELATED. SERVICE TECHNICIAN FOUND SPEEDOMETER CIRCUIT BOARD DELAMINATED, CAUSING COMPONENTS TO SEPARATE FROM CIRCUIT BOARD. STATED THIS APPEARED TO BE CAUSED BY OEM SEALANT USED ON THE CIRCUIT BOARDS AS SEEN IN OTHER SUBARUS AND MANY HONDA VEHICLES. SPEEDOMETER IS AN OBVIOUS SAFETY AND LEGAL LIABILITY COMPONENT, WHICH PROVIDES CRITICAL FEEDBACK TO VEHICLE OPERATOR. MANY OTHER FAILURES REPORTED ON INTERNET. RECALL SHOULD BE ISSUED IF FURTHER INVESTIGATION CONFIRMS DEFECT FREQUENCY. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 131070 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MIDLOTHIAN, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20070313. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Report #10202056

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 27, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE GUARDRAIL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND HE WENT THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. THE INSURANCE COMPANY STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 39,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855W7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in HYDE PARK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RIVERHEAD .
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #10210975

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . HEAD GASKET FAILED AT 125K MILES. I SPENT $1725 GETTING THE HEAD GASKET & CYLINDER BOLTS REPLACED. THE HEAD GASKET IS NOW FAILING AGAIN 9 MOS & 12K MILES LATER. I HAVE ALWAYS METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED THIS CAR. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 125654 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEW BRAUNFELS, TX. Vehicle was purchased on 20020125. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Report #10212187

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . MY 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK WAGON ISSUED A CEL WITH A 440 CODE. IN FINDING THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM, I DISCOVERED THAT THE GAS FILL PIPE BELOW THE GAS CAP HAS ROTTED OUT AND HAS DEVELOPED, HOLES LEADING TO RAW GAS SPILLAGE AND FAILURE OF THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM. THE DESIGN OF THE COVER AROUND THE OUTSIDE OF THIS PIPE CAUSED THE ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND DEBRIS OVER THE YEARS THAT HAS RUSTED THE PIPE FROM THE OUTSIDE IN. THIS IS A POOR DESIGN THAT ALLOWS THE DIRT TO COLLECT HERE. THERE IS NOTHING IN THE MANUAL THAT INDICATES ANY CLEANING OF THIS AREA IS REQUIRED TO PREVENT THIS FROM OCCURRING. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 122000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6858X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MARLBOROUGH, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20000708. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Report #10244387

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 14, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER PERIODICALLY DOES NOT WORK. I HAVE FOUND THIS IS COMMON PROBLEM IN THESE MODELS AND IT IS NOT EASY TO GET IT REPLACED. KNOWING THE SPEED WHEN DRIVING IS VERY IMPORTANT. I AM PETRIFIED MOST OF THE TIME THAT CHP IS GOING TO PULL ME OVER ON HIGHWAY. IT TYPICALLY GOES OUT IN HIGHWAY DRIVING. I JUST BOUGHT THIS, BUT IT IS OBVIOUS PRIOR OWNER HAD ISSUES WITH IT AS MANY OTHER PEOPLE ONLINE WITH SAME YEAR MODEL. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED. ALSO, NONE OF THE BELLS, BUZZERS, ALARM GIZMOS ASSOCIATED WITH OPENING THE DOOR AND PUTTING ON SEATBELTS IS WORKING. I THINK THIS IS ALL RELATED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CAMBRIA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System Instrument Panel

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Instrument Panel Report #10244387

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 14, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER PERIODICALLY DOES NOT WORK. I HAVE FOUND THIS IS COMMON PROBLEM IN THESE MODELS AND IT IS NOT EASY TO GET IT REPLACED. KNOWING THE SPEED WHEN DRIVING IS VERY IMPORTANT. I AM PETRIFIED MOST OF THE TIME THAT CHP IS GOING TO PULL ME OVER ON HIGHWAY. IT TYPICALLY GOES OUT IN HIGHWAY DRIVING. I JUST BOUGHT THIS, BUT IT IS OBVIOUS PRIOR OWNER HAD ISSUES WITH IT AS MANY OTHER PEOPLE ONLINE WITH SAME YEAR MODEL. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED. ALSO, NONE OF THE BELLS, BUZZERS, ALARM GIZMOS ASSOCIATED WITH OPENING THE DOOR AND PUTTING ON SEATBELTS IS WORKING. I THINK THIS IS ALL RELATED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in CAMBRIA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Report #10259767

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER FAILURE. INTERMITTANT PROBLEM. INFORMED BY DEALER THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH 1999 SUBARU'S. DEALER INFORMS CUSTOMER THAT PROBLEM IS ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD ISSUE. SPEEDOMETER REPLACED BY DEALER AT COST OF $315. SUBARU PART NUMBER 85020AC330. CONSUMER HAS OLD, FAILED UNIT. THIS IS NOT AND SHOULD NOT BE A "WEAR" TYPE ITEM. THIS TYPE OF FAILURE IS SUBARU MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 160000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SALINE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10268226

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: BLOWN HEAD GASKETS 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK DOHC. *TR.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BOTHELL, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Front

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Report #10269122

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 17, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRING FAILED AND PUNCTURED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE CONTACT DID NOT REALIZE THE FAILURE UNTIL THE TIRE WAS CHANGED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER (01V216000). THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 171,798. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 171798 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6850X6. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in LIMERICK, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Tires

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Tires Report #10273601

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 06, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE VEHICLE HAS GOODYEAR REGATTA 2 TIRES, SIZE 205/70/15. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN VIBRATING. THE VIBRATIONS WORSENED AS THE SPEED INCREASED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION AND HE STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER TIRES EXHIBITED EXCESSIVE ROAD FORCE VARIATIONS. A ROAD FORCE BALANCING MEASUREMENT WAS PERFORMED ON THE DEFECTIVE TIRES; HOWEVER, THE FOUR TIRES MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED UNIFORM WEAR AND TREAD LIFE. THE TIRES WERE TEMPORARILY ROTATED TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE TIRES. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING ALL FOUR TIRES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,355 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 127,305. UPDATED 8/10/09 *CN UPDATED 08/13/09.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 127305 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6857X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Vehicle was purchased on 20090428. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10279775

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . HEAD GASKET FAILED ON 1999 SUBARU AT 38,000. CAR WAS MAINTAINED RELIGIOUSLY. SUBARU RECALL WAS NEVER SENT TO ME. I WAS TOLD MY CAR WAS THE 'WRONG PHASE ENGINE' TO BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. CAR HAD OVERHEATED 3 MONTHS EARLIER. SUBARU FLUSHED THE SYSTEM AND ADDED 'SPECIAL COOLANT LUBRICANT'. THIS WAS WORTHLESS. I WAS TOLD IT WOULD COST $2000+, EVEN THOUGH MY FAMILY HAS PURCHASED 4 SUBARU'S FROM THE SAME DEALER. AFTER A LOT OF SCREAMING AND YELLING, THEY REPLACED BOTH GASKETS, RADIATOR, THERMOSTAT AND WATER PUMP. I ENDED UP PAYING $250. DEALER, (WAKEFIELD SURBARU, WAKEFIELD MA.) HELPED CONVINCED SUBARU CORPORATE TO FOOT MOST OF THE EXPENSE. LATER WHEN SUBARU OIL FILTERS FAILED (LEAKS) AND AFTER MORE SCREAMING AND YELLING WITH THIS DEALER SHIP, (AFTER THEY SAID I WAS MAKING UP THE LEAK PROBLEM) I'VE CHANGED DEALERSHIPS WHO HAS A MORE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CENTER. *TR.Mileage was 38000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MALDEN, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #10279775

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . HEAD GASKET FAILED ON 1999 SUBARU AT 38,000. CAR WAS MAINTAINED RELIGIOUSLY. SUBARU RECALL WAS NEVER SENT TO ME. I WAS TOLD MY CAR WAS THE 'WRONG PHASE ENGINE' TO BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. CAR HAD OVERHEATED 3 MONTHS EARLIER. SUBARU FLUSHED THE SYSTEM AND ADDED 'SPECIAL COOLANT LUBRICANT'. THIS WAS WORTHLESS. I WAS TOLD IT WOULD COST $2000+, EVEN THOUGH MY FAMILY HAS PURCHASED 4 SUBARU'S FROM THE SAME DEALER. AFTER A LOT OF SCREAMING AND YELLING, THEY REPLACED BOTH GASKETS, RADIATOR, THERMOSTAT AND WATER PUMP. I ENDED UP PAYING $250. DEALER, (WAKEFIELD SURBARU, WAKEFIELD MA.) HELPED CONVINCED SUBARU CORPORATE TO FOOT MOST OF THE EXPENSE. LATER WHEN SUBARU OIL FILTERS FAILED (LEAKS) AND AFTER MORE SCREAMING AND YELLING WITH THIS DEALER SHIP, (AFTER THEY SAID I WAS MAKING UP THE LEAK PROBLEM) I'VE CHANGED DEALERSHIPS WHO HAS A MORE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CENTER. *TR.Mileage was 38000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MALDEN, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Fuel System, Gasoline

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10283295

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . FUEL FILLER TUBE CORROSION CAUSES LEAK OF FUEL AND FUEL VAPOR. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES CODE P0440 (EVAP EMISSIONS MALFUNCTION). FUEL FILLER TUBE AND VALVE ASSEMBLY PARTS COST IS $200. LABOR $275. COMMON PROBLEM ON SUBARUS THAT SHOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND RECALLED DUE TO FUEL VAPOR LEAKAGE POSES AN ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR.Mileage was 150000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6852X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in SALINE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Front Wheel Bearing

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Report #10329201

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . 99 SUBARU OUTBACK HIT IN REAR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY MINOR NECK AND LOWER BACK BRUISES. ALSO, ANOTHER FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AFTER 50,000 MILES. *TR.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 3 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WEST SENECA, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Air Bags

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Air Bags Report #10329201

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . 99 SUBARU OUTBACK HIT IN REAR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY MINOR NECK AND LOWER BACK BRUISES. ALSO, ANOTHER FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AFTER 50,000 MILES. *TR.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 3 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in WEST SENECA, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Suspension Front

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Suspension Front Report #10331541

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . WE EXPERIENCED AN INCIDENT IN WHICH A FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING FAILED. PARKING OUR 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK, THE VEHICLE WAS PERFECTLY FINE. IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE HAD A FLAT DRIVER¿S SIDE TIRE. JACKING THE CAR, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE FLAT TIRE AND WHEEL. THE REASON IT WAS HARD TO REMOVE WAS THAT A SHARP LONG PIECE OF THE FRONT COIL SPRING HAS BROKEN AWAY, AND PUNCTURED THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE. WHEN THE TIRE AND WHEEL WERE FINALLY REMOVED, THE BROKEN COIL SPRING COULD BE SEEN SITTING ATOP THE FRONT STRUT. THE REMAINDER OF THE COIL SPRING HAD A LONG SHARP POINT THAT HAD SHOT DOWN OVER THE SPRING SEAT ON THE STRUT AND WAS PROTRUDING INTO THE WHEEL WELL AREA WHERE IT HAD DAMAGED THE TIRE. ALSO, MANY PIECES OF BLACK PAINT WHICH HAD BEEN COATING THE COIL SPRING COULD BE SEEN NOW LYING ON THE GROUND. THE COIL SPRING ITSELF WAS RUSTED OVER THE ENTIRE SPRING SURFACE OF THE SPRING. THE BROKEN PIECE OF THE COIL SPRING WHICH WAS SEPARATED FROM THE REST OF THE SPRING WAS PULLED OFF OF THE STRUT AND PUT INTO THE CAR. THE REMAINDER OF THE BROKEN COIL SPRING WAS THEN ABLE TO BE LIFTED UP AND SUSPENDED ABOVE THE STRUT COIL SPRING SEAT IN ORDER TO DRIVE THE CAR TO A SUBARU DEALER. THE SUBARU DEALER CHECKED MY VEHICLE VIN# TELLING ME THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THIS VEHICLE FOR ANY FAILED COIL SPRINGS. I REFERENCED A RECALL NOTICE I HAD FOUND ONLINE WHICH DETAILED THE EXACT FAILURE IN WHICH I HAD EXPERIENCED, A BROKEN COIL SPRING, CAUSED BY DEFECTING PAINT COATING THE SPRING, LEADING TO RUSTING OF THE SPRING AND BREAKAGE, ALSO OCCASIONALLY PUNCTURING TIRES IN THE PROCESS. I WAS TOLD A CALL WOULD BE PLACE TO THE SUBARU REP TO INQUIRE ABOUT SUCH A RECALL. I RECEIVED NOTICE THAT NO SUCH RECALL EXISTED AND NO WARRANTY COVERAGE EXISTED FOR THE FAILED COIL SPRING AND TIRE PUNCTURE. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE HOW SUCH A FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND THE SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE AND DRIVER AND PASSENGER MIGHT ENSUE. *TR.Mileage was 115250 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6855X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in NEW HARTFORD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Structure Body Hood

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Structure Body Hood Report #10368602

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD . MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ABOUT 65 MPH, THE HOOD FLEW OPEN SMASHED THE WINDSHIELD, SHE CROSSED A LANE OF TRAFFIC WENT INTO THE DITCH, HIT HER HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND RECEIVED A MILD CONCUSSION. *TR.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 155500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MERRILL, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Latches/locks/linkages

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10368602

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ABOUT 65 MPH, THE HOOD FLEW OPEN SMASHED THE WINDSHIELD, SHE CROSSED A LANE OF TRAFFIC WENT INTO THE DITCH, HIT HER HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND RECEIVED A MILD CONCUSSION. *TR.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 155500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6851X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in MERRILL, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train Automatic Transmission

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10402856

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 99 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK /W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOS NOT ENGAGE WHEN PLACED FROM P TO D, OR DISENGAGE FROM GEAR WHEN VEHICLE STOP. I WAS ON A SLIGHT HILL STOPPED. CAR DISENGAGED FROM GEAR AND I COULD NOT MOVE. IN D - WHEN I RELEASED BRAKE THE CAR ROLLED BACKWARDS CAUSING CONTACT WITH THE CAR BEHIND ME. *TR .Mileage was 100000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ORLANDO, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Steering Hydraulic Power Assist Power Steering Fluid

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist Power Steering Fluid Report #10411908

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID . 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK LTD POWER STEERING RACK LEAK AND CAM SEAL LEAK WHICH RUINED TIMING BELT. THIS CAR IS A PIECE OF JUNK! *TT.Mileage was 107000 miles. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in ST. PAUL, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Power Train

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #10496771

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 07, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD TO CONSTANTLY CHANGE THE GEAR FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE IN ORDER FOR IT TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6853X7. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BETHLAHAM, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Power Train Report #10564122

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARD WHILE TRYING TO REMOVE KEYS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE, PLACED IT IN PARK, AND LEFT THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION, SO SHE COULD CHECK OUT THE NEW HALOGEN BULBS THAT HAD BEEN INSTALLED. WHEN SHE RETURNED TO REMOVE THE KEY, WITH THE DOOR BEING OPEN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS, AND THE OPENED DOOR PUSHED HER TO THE GROUND. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE CAREFULLY CHECKED AND MADE SURE, THE VEHICLE WAS SECURELY IN PARK, BEFORE SHE EXITED TO CHECK THE LIGHTS, AND DID NOT TOUCH ANYTHING WHEN SHE RETURNED. SHE WAS SUBSEQUENTLY, TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HEAD, BACK AND NECK INJURIES AND SPENT 2 DAYS IN THE HOSPITAL. THE VEHICLE ROLLED INTO TWO OTHER PARKED CARS AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO BOTH. UPDATED 05/20/14 UPDATED 06/19/14.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SUBARU OUTBACK Electrical System

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 Electrical System Report #10564122

SUBARU OUTBACK 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 1999, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1999 SUBARU LEGACY OUTBACK. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARD WHILE TRYING TO REMOVE KEYS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE, PLACED IT IN PARK, AND LEFT THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION, SO SHE COULD CHECK OUT THE NEW HALOGEN BULBS THAT HAD BEEN INSTALLED. WHEN SHE RETURNED TO REMOVE THE KEY, WITH THE DOOR BEING OPEN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS, AND THE OPENED DOOR PUSHED HER TO THE GROUND. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE CAREFULLY CHECKED AND MADE SURE, THE VEHICLE WAS SECURELY IN PARK, BEFORE SHE EXITED TO CHECK THE LIGHTS, AND DID NOT TOUCH ANYTHING WHEN SHE RETURNED. SHE WAS SUBSEQUENTLY, TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HEAD, BACK AND NECK INJURIES AND SPENT 2 DAYS IN THE HOSPITAL. THE VEHICLE ROLLED INTO TWO OTHER PARKED CARS AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO BOTH. UPDATED 05/20/14 UPDATED 06/19/14.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 1999 problem was reported in BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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Subaru Outback 1999 systems


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Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly 1 Review(s)

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Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline 4 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Belts And Associated Pulleys 1 Review(s)

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Equipment 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Storage 1 Review(s)

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Fuel System, Other Storage Fuel Gauge System 1 Review(s)

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Latches/locks/linkages 1 Review(s)

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Power Train Automatic Transmission Cooling Unit And Lines 1 Review(s)

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Power Train Clutch Assembly 3 Review(s)

Power Train Manual Transmission 5 Review(s)

Seat Belts 2 Review(s)

Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly 1 Review(s)

Seats 1 Review(s)

Seats Front Assembly Head Restraint 1 Review(s)

Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock 5 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Caliper 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Master Cylinder 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Pedals And Linkages 1 Review(s)

Steering 1 Review(s)

Steering Hydraulic Power Assist Power Steering Fluid 1 Review(s)

Structure Body 1 Review(s)

Structure Body Bumpers 1 Review(s)

Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments 2 Review(s)

Structure Body Hood 1 Review(s)

Structure Body Tailgate 1 Review(s)

Suspension 3 Review(s)

Suspension Front 2 Review(s)

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Suspension Front Wheel Bearing 1 Review(s)

Suspension Multiple Axle 2 Review(s)

Suspension Rear Shock Absorber 1 Review(s)

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Vehicle Speed Control Linkages 1 Review(s)

Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washer 1 Review(s)

Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices 1 Review(s)

Visibility Sun Roof Assembly 1 Review(s)

Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer 1 Review(s)

Wheels 1 Review(s)

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