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Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10099367 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 18, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . consumer feel that the headlight are pointed too low to the ground. this causes poor visibility while driving at night. dealer was contacted, and informed the consumer that the headlights could not be adjusted and that it met the specs.*ak the consumer stated that visibility was cut in half. only half of the roadway was illuminated during night driving. the upper half of the beam was blocked out. *tc.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BROOKINGS, OR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 25, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SOUTHERN OREGON SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-866-9756 . DEALER'S CITY: MEDFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97504 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10101176 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . it would be hard for the consumer to see during night time with the front glass headlights lens. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak.Mileage was 4000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C256. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CANBY, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10101453 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . the headlight only illuminated 20 to 25 feet in front of the vehicle. *nm the low beam lights only illuminate one foot on either side making nightime driving frightening and stressful. a dark shadow appears to drop 25 feet in front of the vehicle. *tc.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WELLS RIVER, VT. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights High/low Beam Dimmer SwitchSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights High/low Beam Dimmer Switch Review #10103224 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH . there was a defect in the lighting and the adjustment caused low beams to create a glare to the oncoming traffic. *bf the high and low beam filaments were in one bulb and the bulb was surrounded by a collar which may had contributed to the problem. when the low beams were on or when driving at night in rural areas, it looked as if a dark shade was pulled down making the lighted area only about 6 feet off of the ground throughout 180 degrees horizontally. *sc .Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HAMILTON SQUARE, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10106670 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 31, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . the headlight angle makes it impossible to see when going over a bump or when the road goes down, it is almost like the road is disappearing in front. the design is poor.*ak *tc.Mileage was 145 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SANTA FE, NM. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10105810 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . 2005 subaru outback: when cruise control is engaged, acceleration becomes extremely irregular, especially after cresting a hill, engine pulsates as if gas flow to the engine is being interrupted irregularly, car bucks or pulses. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 13, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TOWN MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 2015685200 . DEALER'S CITY: ENGLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07631 . Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10124895 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . cruise control does not operate properly with manual transmission. the throttle will hesitatate and surge when descending on even a small hill. this is distracting to the driver and could be a safety concern. i contacted the dealer and was informed that this is how the vehicle was designed and a fix is not possible. .Mileage was 250 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAINT PAUL, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 15, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10125994 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2004.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . 2005 subaru outback: when cruise control is engaged, acceleration becomes extremely irregular, especially after cresting a hill, engine pulsates as if gas flow to the engine is being interrupted irregularly, car bucks or pulses. low beams on headlights blew after only 10,000 miles, rain and/or dew drips inside car because of car design-drenching all passengers front and back-seat-no window vents available according to subaru. no front seat arm-rests..most uncomfortable car i've ever owned.Mileage was 10000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WHITEHALL, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 17, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: NORTH COUNTRY SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: QUEENSBURY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12801 . Subaru Outback 2005 Seat BeltsSubaru Outback 2005 Seat Belts Review #10126528 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . dt: the consumer stated that when someone was sitting in the rear middle seat, the seat belt would unlock the left seat belt. the service dealer stated that they would inform the manufacturer of the issue, they did submitt a complaint, but it may take up to 6 months before the problem could be corrected. the consumer searched different vehicles for the same make/model and they all had the same type of seat belts. *ak *sc *jb .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SOUTH SHORE MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 530-541-4070 . DEALER'S CITY: SOUTH LAKE TAHOE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 96158 . Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical System BatterySubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Battery Review #10129742 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 11, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . dt: consumer had this vehicle 3 months and the dealer had to jump start the motor three times. also, remote won't open the door when the battery was dead. changed the compass in the mirror. the vehicle was at the dealer. they could not find anything wrong with vehicle. this happened while test driving vehicle. dealer said they would put in a new battery, and would fix it. hwever, problem recurred. *ak.Mileage was 37 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BL84C354. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 11, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SANTA MONICA SUBARAU . Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10130588 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . on two separate occasions, my 2005 subaru outback got stuck after incurring a minor obstruction (several inches of snow in one case and a somewhat sharp incline in another case) while driving in high altitudes (10,000 ft to 11,500 ft). on both occasions, the car suddenly lost most of its power and no wheels would turn. despite pressing the accelerator to the floor, the engine never went above 2000 rpms. fortunately, on both occasions, there were people around to push the car. once the tires were totally free of any obstruction, normal engine power returned and the car could be driven. i took the subaru to my home dealership in olathe ks (jack miller) on june 29, 2005, a couple weeks after the first incident. dealer said he could not replicate the problem , so he could not fix it. the invoice notes: "2000 rpm is appox torque converter stall speed." following the second problem on july 20, i took my car to john elway subaru west in golden co. dealer invoice says:" if tires were not spinning, car had traction and was not able to build boost at altitude to produce power." dealer, however, said they could not replicate the inability to build boost, and were thus unable to fix the car. i filed a verbal complaint with subaru of america on july 27 and followed up on july 29. as of then, subaru of america was still trying to contact the dealer. subaru markets its cars as having superior performance in the mountains, snow and in difficult driving conditions. subaru enjoys a large market share in the colorado mountains, where both my "not able to build boost" problems occurred. my car cannot be safely driven in the co mountains, particularly on mountain passes or dirt roads, because help may not be available to get the car running again. i do not know if my experiences are isolated or part of a larger problem. in either case, i am disappointed that subaru has been unwilling or unable to fix this potentially serious safety issue. *nm .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 13800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C854. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LEAWOOD, KS. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10130588 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . on two separate occasions, my 2005 subaru outback got stuck after incurring a minor obstruction (several inches of snow in one case and a somewhat sharp incline in another case) while driving in high altitudes (10,000 ft to 11,500 ft). on both occasions, the car suddenly lost most of its power and no wheels would turn. despite pressing the accelerator to the floor, the engine never went above 2000 rpms. fortunately, on both occasions, there were people around to push the car. once the tires were totally free of any obstruction, normal engine power returned and the car could be driven. i took the subaru to my home dealership in olathe ks (jack miller) on june 29, 2005, a couple weeks after the first incident. dealer said he could not replicate the problem , so he could not fix it. the invoice notes: "2000 rpm is appox torque converter stall speed." following the second problem on july 20, i took my car to john elway subaru west in golden co. dealer invoice says:" if tires were not spinning, car had traction and was not able to build boost at altitude to produce power." dealer, however, said they could not replicate the inability to build boost, and were thus unable to fix the car. i filed a verbal complaint with subaru of america on july 27 and followed up on july 29. as of then, subaru of america was still trying to contact the dealer. subaru markets its cars as having superior performance in the mountains, snow and in difficult driving conditions. subaru enjoys a large market share in the colorado mountains, where both my "not able to build boost" problems occurred. my car cannot be safely driven in the co mountains, particularly on mountain passes or dirt roads, because help may not be available to get the car running again. i do not know if my experiences are isolated or part of a larger problem. in either case, i am disappointed that subaru has been unwilling or unable to fix this potentially serious safety issue. *nm .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 13800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C854. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LEAWOOD, KS. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10130600 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 28, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . headlights. the low beams do not illuminate the roadway beyond, perhaps 50 feet. cannot see far enough ahead at night on dark roadways. very dangerous situation, especially in nh where deer and moose in the roadway are a real problem. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ALTON BAY, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 19, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TRI CITY SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: SOMERSWORTH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10133253 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . dt: the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the front headlights do not go far enough out and it results in blackness because they do not shine where they are suppose to. the distance of the light does not carry ar enough when driving down the highway. one sees bright lights which not go to dim, they go from straight to darkness. the dealership claims the headlights cannot be adjusted because they are to specific. *ak .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CRYSTAL, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 30, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BLOOMINGTON ACURA AND SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: BLOOMINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc RotorSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Review #10133280 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . the brake rotors on my 2005 subaru have warped (all 4) at 14,000 miles producing a violent pulsating pedal and inefficient braking. this alone could cause some drivers to allow for insufficient braking distances causing a crash. it is now my understanding, after some investigation, that this is a "common" problem with this manufacturer for many years. the subaru dealer cut the rotors under warranty but this should never have occurred at 14,000 miles. *jb.Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PHOENIXVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 10, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: WELSH SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 610-489-3122 . DEALER'S CITY: LIMERICK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 19468 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10135200 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . dt: 2005 subaru outback - the problem was with the headlights. they did not provide enough light to drive safely at night. while driving at night, the consumer could not see. there was very limited road way vision, with only a couple hundred feet in front of the car that was lit up properly, from that point on it was just black. the consumer had to drive with the high beams on to get home safely. the consumer spoke to the dealership and they said that it was the design of the headlights. the dealership said there was nothing that they could do to adjust them. *jb.Mileage was 125 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SMITHTOWN, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 26, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: METRIC AUTO SALES INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 631-499-6777 . DEALER'S CITY: HUNTINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 11743 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10135323 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . the headlights on the 2005 subaru outback do not provide enough illumination. there is a sharp low jagged line like a curtain of darkness where the light ends. at night, when the car encounters a dip in the road, visibility obscured all but for a few feet. it is very, very dangerous. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PLEASANT VALLEY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 28, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RUGES SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: RHINEBECK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. Subaru Outback 2005 Air BagsSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Review #10141553 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . on july 13, 2005 i totaled my 2005 subaru outback by rolling it about three times. none of the airbags deployed-not even the side curtain airbags. i understand that the side curtain airbags are designed to deploy in a roll over. *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 9000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in FREEPORT, FL. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 22, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 47 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LEE VOLKSWAGON SUBARU ISUZU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-243-3171 . DEALER'S CITY: FORT WALTON BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32548 . Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc RotorSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Review #10142054 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 20, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . re odi 10133280 similar problem at low speeds and varying road conditions, eg flat road, bumpy road etc. *nm.Mileage was 2450 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MIDDLETOWN, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 15, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: WORLD SUBARU JEEP . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10142057 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . dt contact stated the headlights were too low, they projected downward. he took the vehicle to the dealer, they raised the headlights. the contact was not satisfied with them, and took the vehicle back to the dealer. the dealer again adjusted the headlights. the vehicle has been adjusted three times. however, the contact still had difficulty seeing in front of the vehicle. the dealer told him that all vehicles with project beam bulbs were like that. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WALNUT PORT, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 20, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: FAULKNER OF SUBUARU . Subaru Outback 2005 Seat Belts RearSubaru Outback 2005 Seat Belts Rear Review #10142059 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:REAR . rear passenger safety belts do not extend sufficiently when child seat is installed in central position for 05 model compared to older models. *nm.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MIDDLETOWN, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 15, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WORLD SUBARU JEEP . Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10145153 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . every time the cruise control is engaged while going downhill the throttle begins to rapidly and wildly accelerate and decelerate as if it is out of control. it stops when cruise control is disengaged. very unnerving. *jb .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 395 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TROY, ID. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: AMBASSADOR AUTO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 2088822722 . DEALER'S CITY: MOSCOW . DEALER'S STATE CODE: ID. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 83843 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10146134 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 27, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . dt: when the daytime running light are on the taillight are off. the brake lights are not connected to the running lights and as a result the consuemr did not remember to turn lights on when it was dusk outside. this almost caused the consumer's vehicle to be rear ended on several different occasions. the consuemr feels that htis may be a saftey issue therefore contacted teh manufacturer. *ak ipdated 3/9/2006 - *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ASHLAND, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SOUTHERN OREGON VOLVO,SUBARU,MITSUBISHI . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 541-245-2002 . DEALER'S CITY: MEDFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97504 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10146804 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 03, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . we own a 2005 subaru outback llbean wagon with projection headlights. my wife drives the car usually, but during the holidays i drove it quite a bit especailly at night. i noticed a distinctive black line running horizontally with the vehicle at 180 degrees that also runs across the horizon of the road similar to what an old projector does on a white screen. (creates a box of light for the image. but outside the boundry of the projector there is no image or light. when driving on a perfectly horizontal road the projector lights extend out let's say 250 yards +/-. but when the road undulates the headlight projcetion of the road ahead is cut off! it's like something shuts off the projected light ahead and the road becomes severly darkened. however, when i turn on my highbeams the entire road front and sides are adequately lit. i feel this could be a pontential safety issue, especially if someone driving in fog, heavy rain, or snow. how can you maintain a safe condition if your forward light is esentially cut off because of the limitation of the projcetor design of the headlight? i have expressed my concern to subaru customer service, but there's nothing they can do according to person i spoke to. i just want to go on record with my concerns. apparantly according to the subru mechanic i spoke to today, others have expressed similar complaints about the 2006 tribeca which has the same headlight set up. sincerely, ap gulla. *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C154. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CUMMING, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 31, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TRONCALLI . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 770-888-0840 . DEALER'S CITY: CUMMING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30040 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10146806 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 03, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . we own a 2005 subaru outback llbean wagon with projection headlights. my wife drives the car usually, but during the holidays i drove it quite a bit especially at night. i noticed a distinctive black line running horizontally with the vehicle at 180 degrees that also runs across the horizon of the road similar to what an old projector does on a white screen. (creates a box of light for the image. but outside the boundary of the projector there is no image or light. when driving on a perfectly horizontal road the projector lights extend out let's say 250 yards +/-. but when the road undulates the headlight projection of the road ahead is cut off! it's like something shuts off the projected light ahead and the road becomes severely darkened. however, when i turn on my highbeams the entire road front and sides are adequately lit. i feel this could be a penitential safety issue, especially if someone driving in fog, heavy rain, or snow. how can you maintain a safe condition if your forward light is essentially cut off because of the limitation of the projector design of the headlight? i have expressed my concern to subaru customer service, but there's nothing they can do according to person i spoke to. i just want to go on record with my concerns. apparently according to the subaru mechanic i spoke to today, others have expressed similar complaints about the 2006 tribeca which has the same headlight set up. sincerely, ap gulla. *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C154. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CUMMING, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 31, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TRONCALLI . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 770-888-0840 . DEALER'S CITY: CUMMING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30040 . Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10147777 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 23, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . i purchased my 05 subaru legacy outback in september 04. the passenger side low beam headlight went out in october 05 and i had a local mechanic replace it with the recommended replacement bulb. i noticed that now the right low beam is more angled down than previously, making visibility at night more limited than it was before the replacement. in december 05 the driver's side low beam headlight also expired and my father and i replaced it with the same compatible part. i noticed that night that the driver's side low beam was now only illuminating about 10 feet in front of the car (less than the right low beam now) and so i had to crane forward over the steering wheel to see the part of the road that was illuminated. my dad and i adjusted them as much as we could but there's really not much to adjust. now, when i drive at night i'm mostly relying on street lights and other environmental lighting to illuminate the road rather than my low beams because they really don't show you anything of the road more than 10-20 feet in front of you (fortunately i live in the city so it's pretty well illuminated at night). the only way to see the road safely if i'm in a poorly lit area is with the high beams now and judging from other posted complaints there's really nothing the dealer can do to adjust them. *nm.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MEMPHIS, TN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 09, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Subaru Outback 2005 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices ExteriorSubaru Outback 2005 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Exterior Review #10148439 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR . my daughter was in a bad accident when a driver decided to do a u-turn into her vehicle. the driver did not see in side mirror because she was in a "blind spot. *ak most european autos have a split driver's side mirror, so that there is "no blind spot". the split is vertical about one third of the way in from the outside of the mirror. my contention is that if the driver had had such a mirror, there may have been no accident..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SOUTHPORT, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: NORWALK SUBARU . Subaru Outback 2005 TiresSubaru Outback 2005 Tires Review #10148955 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . while driving on interstate 35 we encountered patchy ice on the road surface. on more than one occasion with constant speed (60 mph, 10 mph below the posted speed limit), on straight streches of road, the rear end of our 2005 subaru outback awd would skid suddenly. the skids would occur without warning and were large enough to cause some body roll. in all cases the car recovered without input from the driver. when the awd system was deactivated per the subaru manual no such skids occured on the same trip in identical situations. i have driven in minnesota for over 20 years in rear wheel, front wheel, and 4 wheel drive vehicles and have never experienced the sudden skidding in steady state condiditons. the outback was taken to our local subaru dealer and the awd system was checked with no faults found. an internet search indicated that the combinatiion of bridgestone potenza re92 225/60r 16 tires (standard from the factory) and the awd of the subaru may be a dangerous combination. as stated earlier, with the awd system deacitvated and the car in front wheel drive, no skids were experienced. we have the same tire on our 2004 honda civic and have had no winter issues with it..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 5400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in APPLE VALLEY, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 19, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #10150180 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . the abs on my 2005 subaru outback 2.5i limited is too sensitive. it is dangerous driving in the snow because the abs kicks in too easily and it takes way too long to stop. i have recently gotten new tires with an excellent rating and that didn't help. bumps in the road also set off the abs too easily leading to scary situations. i drive other vehicles with abs and this does not occur. i am not confident driving this vehicle in the snow, which is ironic because it is an awd subaru (which is supposed to have an excellent reputation). abs is supposed to benefit the driver, not help create a collision. *nm.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 23, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: NOT APPLICABLE . Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Review #10150838 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . consumer concerned about failure of the catalytic converter in the 2005 outback. *ts the consumer wanted a federal emissions equipped vehicle. the consumer was not informed before he purchased the vehicle that it had a mandated california emissions system, which could result in a decrease of power. the vehicle required special fuel which may not be available in the states where he needs to drive. *jb updated 04/11/06..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HACKENSACK, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 30, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: TOWN MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: ENGLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #10151244 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 16, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . 2005 subaru outback totally destroyed by fire of unknown origin approximately 30 minutes after engine shut off. no one was in the car and police/fire dept determined arson unlikely. *nm.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 21350 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C857. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BENICIA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 11, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DIABLO SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94597 . Subaru Outback 2005 Air BagsSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Review #10153786 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . dt*: the contact stated while traveling 15 mph, the vehicle was hit in the front driver side wheel area. the airbags did not deploy. although the seat belt was worn, the contact sustained minor injuries to the head, neck, and spine. there was a police report taken at the scene. the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 13000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MANHATTAN BEACH, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 30, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU OF THOUSAND OAKS . DEALER'S CITY: THOUSAND OAKS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10160409 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i have been experiencing a problem while accelerating from a stop or from coasting, such as when a red light has just turned green. i begin to depress the accelerator and the engine just about dies. this has nearly caused me to get "t-boned" at intersections numerous times. i have brought it to the attention of two different subaru dealers and they say that nothing is wrong with it. i have heard that other subaru owners are having this problem but subaru will not admit that this is a safety issue. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C857. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CHELMSFORD, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 02, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: IRA SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: DANVERS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10160409 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i have been experiencing a problem while accelerating from a stop or from coasting, such as when a red light has just turned green. i begin to depress the accelerator and the engine just about dies. this has nearly caused me to get "t-boned" at intersections numerous times. i have brought it to the attention of two different subaru dealers and they say that nothing is wrong with it. i have heard that other subaru owners are having this problem but subaru will not admit that this is a safety issue. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C857. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CHELMSFORD, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 02, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: IRA SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: DANVERS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. Subaru Outback 2005 Tires Tread/beltSubaru Outback 2005 Tires Tread/belt Review #10160486 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 29, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . excessive rear tire wear, bridgestone potenza re92, 225/55/17 installed on 2005 subaru outback. normal tire wear through 19k miles. rear tires completly worn out after 2k road trip with moderate vehicle loading. no signs of mis-alignment or over/under inflation. front tires remain serviceable. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 21000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RICHLAND, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10160486 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 29, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . excessive rear tire wear, bridgestone potenza re92, 225/55/17 installed on 2005 subaru outback. normal tire wear through 19k miles. rear tires completly worn out after 2k road trip with moderate vehicle loading. no signs of mis-alignment or over/under inflation. front tires remain serviceable. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 21000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RICHLAND, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 EquipmentSubaru Outback 2005 Equipment Review #10165863 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT . consumr's 2005 subaru outback had automatic climate control problems. *kb *nm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BH806527. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DES MOINES, IA. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 28, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. DEALER'S NAME: RAMSEY . DEALER'S CITY: DES MOINES . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 50322 . Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10168092 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 18, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . on an extended road trip (17000 mi), in our new 2005 outback, we went through two sets of tires. the dealership corrected the alignment, which was severely off the first time (after 5000 miles.) but then at about 16000 miles, the second set was severely worn out. we had the alignment redone at the dealership in whitehorse, canada but we did not replace the tires as the warranty was not honored at that dealership. the left rear tire blew out about 400 miles from anchorage. we purchased a used tire at a gas station and limped on to anchorage, where we had purchased the vehicle. the performed an alignment for the second time, this time with a loaded back seat. we have since put about 6000 more miles on the vehicle and it has not shown severe wear since that re-alignment. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 5000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TOKSOOK BAY, AK. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 28, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10170888 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . 2005 subaru outback 2.5xt was parked in a public / private parking structure at approximately 6:30pm on 10/13/2005. at approximately 8pm the fire alarm was triggered by vehicle catching on fire. fire dept found no signs of arson or foul play, looked to be an electrical fire in the front right headlight cluster. no response from subaru, insurance dropped my policy - loss not covered! *nm.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8061 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68C456. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BOULDER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 14, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BURT SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: ENGLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10170888 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . 2005 subaru outback 2.5xt was parked in a public / private parking structure at approximately 6:30pm on 10/13/2005. at approximately 8pm the fire alarm was triggered by vehicle catching on fire. fire dept found no signs of arson or foul play, looked to be an electrical fire in the front right headlight cluster. no response from subaru, insurance dropped my policy - loss not covered! *nm.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8061 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68C456. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BOULDER, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 14, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BURT SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: ENGLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Differential UnitSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Differential Unit Review #10174657 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT . 2005 subaru outback legacy station wagon the limited slip differential (rear) malfunctions under wet or snowy conditions. it begins a rhythmic transfer of power back and forth until the rear of the vehicle loses traction and then spins out... this has happened several times and has been taken to the dealership for diagnostics and repairs. they have performed alignments but indicate that they cannot duplicate the complaint... so, they say there is no problem. we have taken the vehicle in to the dealership without any repair made to resolve this dangerous fault. the repair would involve replacing the entire unit (lsd)... because parts are not available separately... we have had it looked at by an independent repair facility and they were able to duplicate the complaint... we have replaced the original "potenza" tires with an aggressive all weather tire hoping to remedy the problem... subaru will not admit that there is a problem with the limited slip differential on this 2005 outback! we would like to have this taken care of before someone is injured or killed. thanks! *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BOYNE FALLS, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 13, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SUBARU BY-THE-BAY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 231-347-6038 . DEALER'S CITY: BAY SHORE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 49711 . Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10177007 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* - the contact stated that the driver was pulling into a parking space with a 2005 subaru outback when the car unintentionally accelerated. the contact stated that his mother was doing about 5 mph. the contact stated that is was a nice day and weather was not an issue. the contact stated that the car stopped when it struck trees and that front end damage was done to the car. the contact also stated that the car's engine continued to run until his mother turned the car off. *ak updated 1/19/2007 - *nm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 7317 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 14, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SOMERSET SUBURA . DEALER'S CITY: EAST BRUNSWICK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10177756 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . manual transmission outback wagon non-turbo cruise control turns off unexpectedly on highways. was filed at wilkins subaru in md a while back and they made some change to the computer by soa and it went away. well it came back on my latest road trip. it would kick out at vary durations, on varying terrain, at varying temperatures, and various speeds. the trip went from the gulf coast to the baltimore over 2 days. my wife put 1500 miles on the car in 2 days a week earlier with no troubles and the next 1200 it was a constant problem. it didn't seem to matter if i set the speed and left it or if i set the speed and used the "accel" "deccel" buttons. major nuisance and unsafe. i couldn't always tell it turned off until all of a sudden the car behind me was much too close. then the car lunges as i his "resume" *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HANOVER, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 16, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WILKINS SUABARU . Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Center Support BearingSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Center Support Bearing Review #10178718 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 21, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING . i own a 2005 subaru outback 2.5i wagon. at 44000 miles (26 months) the rear wheels were making a lot of noise at both low and high speeds. upon inspection it was found both wheel bearings had to be replaced or they would have soon failed. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BURKE, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 25, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: STOHLMAN SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-8932990 . DEALER'S CITY: VIENNA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 22182 . Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10200076 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . component: service brakes, brake pads, details: the brake pads on my 2005 subaru have warped (all 4) at 18,000 miles producing an uneven sensation as one is braking. it also increases the distance required to stop. after taking my subaru in for a brake inspection (at 20,000 miles) i was told that all 4 wheels needed new brake pads, (even though my front brakes have 60% braking efficiency & 70% on the rear brakes). my partner, who is a professional driver, is the sole driver of our subaru and is very rarely in stop-and-go traffic. on the few occasions when she is in heavy traffic she maintains extra distance between her vehicle and the vehicle in front of her to avoid having to use her brakes more then is absolutely necessary. neither one of us have ever had to replace the brake pads on a vehicle with mileage as low as 20,000 miles and both of us have lived in large cities all of our lives. i had a similar problem on a 2000 subaru forester. this is a definite safety issue. subaru, overall, makes reliable, responsive and safe vehicles but this issue needs to be dealt with before someone is seriously injured or killed. *jb.Mileage was 18000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C757. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 13, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CARTER SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 206 542 1166 . DEALER'S CITY: SEATTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 98133 . Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10204531 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . unintended acceleration of 2005 subaru outback, manual transmission while driving on 2 occasions within 10 minutes and 5 miles of each other. first occurred in 3rd or 4th gear, with no reason to change speeds or stop, when the car suddenly sped forward, and left the road on the right side. i was able to keep it under control, and just as quickly, it returned to normal. with in the next four miles, it was perfectly normal, with no engine lights, strange sounds or behavior. i came to almost a complete stop before turning left onto our gravel road, when again it surged forward, and this time went through a chain link fence, into a flower garden, and came to a stop, wedged against the fence. the car was towed (on a flat bed) to a repair shop, where it was examined and repaired for $5876.11. i contacted subaru of america by e-mail that evening, , and got a letter dated september 6, that arrived on the 8th. it asked for all the details, service records, police reports, insurance company, etc. it also stated that they wished the vehicle to remain in its undamaged condition. unfortunately, this came too late, as the car was already being repaired. i sent in all the required information and i received a call from subaru of america pn sept. 20, saying that they were sorry, but since the car had been repaired, they were unable to do anything about it. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 26122 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C456. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EVART, MI. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 11, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DWYER & SONS VOLVO/SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 248-624-0400 . DEALER'S CITY: COMMERCE TOWNSHIP . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 48390-3845. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10212811 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 2005 subaru outback faulty cruise control. consumer states that the invoice states that it turns off on its own but it should state that it turns on by itself. *kb the consumer stated while the cruise control was in use, suddenly and unexpectedly the vehicle lunged forward at a high rate of speed, jumping a 10 inch curb, striking a pine tree, then down a grassy slope and off a second curb into a lower parking area. *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WACCABUC, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. DEALER'S NAME: COLONIAL SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 203-744-8383 . DEALER'S CITY: DANBURY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 06810 . Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10215918 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. intermittently, the rear of the vehicle loses control in slick road conditions. the contact stated that there was mechanical failure with the electronics in the all wheel drive. the failure occurs while driving between 20-45 mph. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the tires were replaced twice. the vehicle was realigned, but the failure still persists. the current mileage was 25,800 and failure mileage was 12,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PORTLAND, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 21, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CARR SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 503-644-2161 . DEALER'S CITY: BEAVERTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97005 . Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10216344 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . while driving on icy roads, the rear end of the car pitches left & right at an oscillation of about 1hz, 2-3" constantly trying to throw the car off the road. it does not matter if it's off throttle, off brakes - in a straight line at almost any speed it does it. new tires and 2 alignments did not correct the issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 34000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C754. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 11, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: RIMROCK SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 406-651-5100 . DEALER'S CITY: BILLINGS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 59102 . Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10216398 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . my 2005 subaru outback xt limited does not handle well in snow/icy conditions. the rear end oscillates back and forth in a very uneasy, unsafe manor. i just had the rear end and front end aligned. the tires are only half way worn. i was traveling 45 mph and every car on the road was not having issues with the road. i had to slow down to about 10 mph in order to feel safe. *cn.Mileage was 20090 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MASON, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10216494 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . car is extremely unstable on slick roads. specifically the rear of the vehicle "fishtails". *tr.Mileage was 93500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CALEDONIA, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 28, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10217316 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 06, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . my 2005 subaru outback 2.5xt has a bad rear end sway while driving over slick spots on the highway, feeling like the car is going to loose control. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in KANSAS CITY, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 15, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10217490 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 03, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . unstable car is extremely unstable on ice or slush cover roads. this has happened many times in the past 2 years. the rear fishtails from side to side. had to slow down to very low speed to regain control. other cars had no trouble and easily passed. tires are good, alignment good. car also floats from right to left on dry pavement if wheels hit pothole or large crack in pavement. rear instability. *tr .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C156. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 12, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10219723 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . car is very unstable on snowy road surfaces and fishtails from side to side. other vehicles on the road do not experience this problem. this incident has occurred many times during winter driving conditions. we have new snow tires and four wheel alignment yet the problem persists. car instability is very dangerous and we are concerned for our safety. we have contacted the subaru dealer and subaru directly yet no one seems to know what the problem is. *tr.Mileage was 44500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RENO, NV. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 22, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LITHIA RENO SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 775-284-8000 . DEALER'S CITY: RENO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 89502 . Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc RotorSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Review #10220839 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 14, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . at around 14,000 miles the dealer told me the rotors had warped and needed to be turned. again at about 22,000 i was told the rotors had warped and needed to be turned. i was told this was due to heavy braking, stop and go traffic or riding the brakes. i have another car with over 100,000 miles on it and the rotors have never needed to be turned, my driving habits not the cause of this problem. subaru has not gotten back to me in over 2 months about this problem. i think this could be a very dangerous problem with this car. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP85C654. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LAKE ELSNORE, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 03, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: IRVINE SUBARU . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-970-5755 . DEALER'S CITY: IRVINE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10221038 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . on snowy/icy road, the handling on my 05 outback xt was worse than everything else on the road that day. the rear-end of the car was unstable and sliding side to side. i have put new tires on and had an alignment. this is unsafe, especially in a car that is thought to be good in winter. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ELM GROVE, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HIGHLAND PARK SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: HIGHLAND PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10227540 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 02, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2005 subaru outback with a blown head gasket at a cost of $2,000. this is in addition to a bad turbo charger two months ago at about $1,800. many subaru's have this head gasket problem but subaru has not done a recall. thousands listed on internet having this head gasket problem. *tr.Mileage was 94000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MONROE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: MID HUDSON SUBARU . Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10231887 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . 2005 subaru outback. the car was in park and my right foot was tucked back behind my left foot which was resting on the foot rest pad on the far left side of the floor. the engine was idling normally when suddenly it went to very high revs for 4 to 5 seconds and then returned to normal idle. later the same evening, as i slowly entered my garage and applied normal brake pressure, the car first slowed (as expected) then suddenly began to accelerate. i applied hard brake pressure and the car stopped. it did not seem like the engine had revved as high as the earlier incident and it only lasted for a couple of seconds, but there was a definite, brief surge forward as i entered the garage. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17441 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TOPSFIELD, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10231887 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 2005 subaru outback. the car was in park and my right foot was tucked back behind my left foot which was resting on the foot rest pad on the far left side of the floor. the engine was idling normally when suddenly it went to very high revs for 4 to 5 seconds and then returned to normal idle. later the same evening, as i slowly entered my garage and applied normal brake pressure, the car first slowed (as expected) then suddenly began to accelerate. i applied hard brake pressure and the car stopped. it did not seem like the engine had revved as high as the earlier incident and it only lasted for a couple of seconds, but there was a definite, brief surge forward as i entered the garage. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17441 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TOPSFIELD, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, GasolineSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10242798 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . i had my 2005 subaru outback sent to shop for tune-up. now over the last year i have been having gas fumes entering the passenger cabin when ever you run the a/c or front window defogger with the recirculation air off. (meaning letting fresh air in). when ever i am at a stand still (ie-at traffic light or in traffic or when i am de-icing or de-fogging the front windshield when not in motion) the smell of gas comes through the vent and is making me sick and dizzy. i have attempted to have two different subaru dealers correct the issue but to no luck. they cannot figure it out and it seems that this is an on going and persistent problem with subaru vehicles. i am concerned for my health and safe operation of the vehicle. it seems that no one will attempt to really fix the problem. i have read on numerous forums that this is a common problem with subaru's, yet nothing is ever done to correct a possibly fatal accident or asphyxiation from happening. please investigate. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PARK RIDGE, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10248404 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 02, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . i took a cross-country trip this summer from la to kansas city, mo. i had the car serviced and everything checked out before i left both going and coming back. i left kc to head back to la. 3 hours outside of kc i saw my check engine light come on and the temperature gauge up to red. i pulled over immediately. smoke poured out of my car. i put coolant and water in it 3 times. it seemed fine when i started the engine, then the needle would go up to red. i didn't dare drive it, so i called aaa. they towed me to a subaru dealership in ks. i was told my head gaskets had blown. they fixed them. i had to stay there overnight. they called me the next morning and told me before i was to pick up the car that they had taken it out for a test drive and it broke down on them. this time it was the tensioner to the timing belt had slipped time and the belt had shattered into. okay, that was another week and a half stranded to get that fixed. i finally left to drive back to la. the car overheated all the way back to la. it was the worse trip in my life. i stopped in co. they told me it was my radiator cap not holding pressure as long as i kept the rpm's up the car would stay cool. i have to say with all that going on, the car got me home. whew! it was a nail biter. when i got back to la the dealer there told me i had to have new head gaskets. what?! i said, i just had new ones done. they found out that the heads were warped. no one checked. now, here is the craziest thing. my car had only 19,000 miles on the car when it broke down. 19,000! it was practically still a new car! it was still under warranty for the power train. i had the heads planed and new gaskets put in. the dealership in ks and la started pointing fingers at whose fault it was and meanwhile my car is sitting at the dealership, with them doing nothing to it. i finally found someone at subaru corporate who helped me out. then a couple months go by and my car starts stalling intermittently. lemon! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10248531 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . it started with the dome light sometimes working and other times not,then the remote to open doors. i changed battery and fuse, did not help. so everything is locked and unlocked manually. next it was the seat belt bell. it will go on when your driving when belt is on. now it won't chime at all just the light flashes. next it was the head lamps. changed one, then immediately the other went out. the head lamps are not equal in positioning. and now the stereo only has the right side working (not sure if that's connected to electrical) it's been a nightmare. today the dome light decided to work. i would never buy another subaru again and want to spruce this one up an get rid of it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 24000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CHICO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Air Bags FrontalSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Frontal Review #10251023 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 11, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . november 15, 2008 my husband was driving to work when the airbags in our 2005 subaru outback deployed without provocation. our car was immediately taken to the authorized subaru dealership here in puerto rico where they have yet to discover what caused this to happen. we purchased our car in seattle but we live here because my husband is stationed here for the military. we have been attempting to get subaru of america's assistance in determining what caused this deployment but they have not been very helpful. nothing has been repaired because we don't want anything done if they don't know what happened to the car. we are fearful to drive our car again and want subaru of america to be a little more active and interested in discovering what could have caused a serious safety malfunction in their vehicle. as far as we know the service manager here sent them an email informing them that after he had looked over the car, he sees no damage that could have caused it. this information we already knew, because we weren't involved in any sort of collision. so far this is the extent of their involvement in the situation. *tr.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BAYAMON, PR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10251577 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . both rear wheel bearing hubs went bad between 55k and 58k miles. they were fixed with a replacement part. they caused a loud noise while driving. *tr.Mileage was 57000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C954. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SUPERIOR, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10255579 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . i have a 2005 subaru outback wagon. this weekend, on hard packed ice roads, the back wheels would "float", sway out from under my vehicle. this has happened previously in black ice conditions. i was traveling 20 mph slower than the rest of traffic to maintain control of my vehicle, and thus creating an additional hazard to the vehicles that could handle the conditions. the below email thread is a good description of what i have experienced in the past and other subaru outback owners are experiencing as well. the vehicle has new tires and the alignment was recently verified. thanks, cale streeter http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=11267&perpage=20&pagenumber=32. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10257117 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 11, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . 2005 subaru outback, 2.5l, 4eat, awd vehicle feels"loose" at speeds greater than ~35 on highways with patchy ice, slush, and or icy ruts. rear end feels like it wants to come around. has occurred with two passengers and approx 250 pounds in cargo area and with one passenger and ~250 pounds in cargo area. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 59342 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RAPID CITY, SD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10257183 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. when the contact attempted to move forward, the vehicle accelerated on its own and crashed into another vehicle. there were no injuries. the failure occurred a total of three times. the most recent failure was on january 10, 2009 while parking the vehicle. she took the vehicle to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. a report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that there was no recall for the vehicle. the failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 44,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WYTHEVILLE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10257268 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 25, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . while driving on icy roads at speeds of 40 mph or more, the car sometimes "floats" to the side several inches. it feels different than fishtailing -- more like the car is being pushed by the wind. this occurs with no cross-wind, no acceleration, no cornering or braking, on flat straight icy roads while driving at a constant speed. the sideways slip is severe enough that you feel you may lose control and leave the road. the only fix is to slow down to 40 mph or less, while other cars are passing at 60 mph or more. after several occurrences, always on icy or slushy roads, i took the car to the subaru dealer, who performed an alignment. the report shows that the car had positive toe-in of 0.23 degrees (front left), 0.24 degrees (front right), 0.22 degrees (rear left) and 0.44 degrees (rear right). too much toe-in, i'm told, can cause excessive tire wear and can also cause poor handling on icy roads. please consider that complaints for both these issues may have a common cause. there are reports that toe-in increases over time with subaru outbacks, and that toe-in also increases when there is more weight in the back end of the car. the subaru outback dynamically shifts power to non-slipping wheels when one or more wheels loses traction, and apportions power 60/40 favoring the rear wheels. could these factors, along with excessive toe-in, create the kind of dangerous floating on icy roads that many outback owners have experienced? please, please investigate. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TRAVERSE CITY, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10257413 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 25, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. while driving 40 mph, the rear of the vehicle began to sway from side to side. if the contact drove more than 40 mph, the vehicle would fail again. the vehicle is currently being inspected by the dealer. the cause of the failure has not yet been determined. the manufacturer stated that there were no current recalls on the vehicle; therefore, no compensation would be provided. the failure and current mileages were 36,875..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36875 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BL84C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TROUT RUN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Structure Body Tailgate Hinge And AttachmentsSubaru Outback 2005 Structure Body Tailgate Hinge And Attachments Review #10261597 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . i own a subaru outback and live in bemidji minnesota--land of below zero winter temperatures. today i was nailed in the head yet again by the tailgate door of my car. you see, the struts that support the tailgate door do not function when its really cold outside--like approaching 0 degrees fahrenheit or lower. when temperatures are warmer--about 20 degrees above zero--the struts function as usual. but when it is extremely cold, the struts do not work and the door falls freely onto your head or whatever is in the way. this has been an ongoing issue with this car since i purchased it in july 2006. this is an obvious design defect that could lead to an injury. *tr.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BLACKDUCK, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train DrivelineSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Review #10262554 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . premature wheel bearing failure of both front wheel bearings. resulted in loud humming from front end of vehicle but was repaired prior to any safety issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CENTER VALLEY, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10267456 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 09, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . with 35,600 miles on our 2005 subaru outback xt, the turbo failed. the dealer service technician said this was do to the condition of the engine oil which was 7 months old and had 5,400 miles on it. all 7 of the vehicles oil changes were done within the 7,500 mile interval set forth in owners/vehicle maintenance manual. according to the subaru service bulletin # 02-103-07 (http://store.forcedperformance.net/merchant2/graphics/subaru_oil/02-103-07.pdf -- not sent to owners), there appears to be a design defect with the "banjo bolt" oil supply line to the turbo, which make this engine unable to live up to the specified maintenance intervals in its power train warranty. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C356. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ZEELAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, OtherSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Other Review #10267456 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 09, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . with 35,600 miles on our 2005 subaru outback xt, the turbo failed. the dealer service technician said this was do to the condition of the engine oil which was 7 months old and had 5,400 miles on it. all 7 of the vehicles oil changes were done within the 7,500 mile interval set forth in owners/vehicle maintenance manual. according to the subaru service bulletin # 02-103-07 (http://store.forcedperformance.net/merchant2/graphics/subaru_oil/02-103-07.pdf -- not sent to owners), there appears to be a design defect with the "banjo bolt" oil supply line to the turbo, which make this engine unable to live up to the specified maintenance intervals in its power train warranty. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C356. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ZEELAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Review #10267456 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 09, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . with 35,600 miles on our 2005 subaru outback xt, the turbo failed. the dealer service technician said this was do to the condition of the engine oil which was 7 months old and had 5,400 miles on it. all 7 of the vehicles oil changes were done within the 7,500 mile interval set forth in owners/vehicle maintenance manual. according to the subaru service bulletin # 02-103-07 (http://store.forcedperformance.net/merchant2/graphics/subaru_oil/02-103-07.pdf -- not sent to owners), there appears to be a design defect with the "banjo bolt" oil supply line to the turbo, which make this engine unable to live up to the specified maintenance intervals in its power train warranty. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C356. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ZEELAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 WheelsSubaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10283474 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 09, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . wheel bearing failure. *tr.Mileage was 14650 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C654. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BRUNSWICK, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10283476 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . wheel bearing failure. *tr.Mileage was 52340 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C654. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BRUNSWICK, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10290150 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 27, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . 2005 subaru outback sedan driven on icy/snowy road conditions experiences extreme slippage in the rear of the car. have experienced this on at least two other occasions with this vehicle in similar conditions. awd does not appear to be keeping the rear of the car on the road or in line. vehicle fishtails or ghostwalks on the road surface in these conditions. each time this was experienced was while driving on highway at speeds between 30 and 70 mph in icy/snowy conditions. i have a 1996 subaru legacy sedan as well that does not exhibit this type of unnerving wandering on the road when driven in exact same conditions. this wandering makes vehicle feel extremely unstable and the back of the car feels as though it wants to spin around or off the road. *tr.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BL84C154. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LARAMIE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Traction Control SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Traction Control System Review #10290150 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 27, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . 2005 subaru outback sedan driven on icy/snowy road conditions experiences extreme slippage in the rear of the car. have experienced this on at least two other occasions with this vehicle in similar conditions. awd does not appear to be keeping the rear of the car on the road or in line. vehicle fishtails or ghostwalks on the road surface in these conditions. each time this was experienced was while driving on highway at speeds between 30 and 70 mph in icy/snowy conditions. i have a 1996 subaru legacy sedan as well that does not exhibit this type of unnerving wandering on the road when driven in exact same conditions. this wandering makes vehicle feel extremely unstable and the back of the car feels as though it wants to spin around or off the road. *tr.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BL84C154. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LARAMIE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10290730 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . we purchased a used 2005 subaru outback ltd. wagon in august of 2008 and almost immediately had to replace the left front driver's low beam headlight bulb. since that time, we have replaced 3 more left side headlight low beam bulbs and 2 right side low beam headlight bulbs. subaru tells us there are no issues with their electrical system, yet they claim that they have redesigned the low beam headlight bulbs 3 times now and that their branded bulbs should work. at appx. $20.00 each, their solution should not be acceptable. we have spent over $100.00 replacing bulbs that should last for years and years, not 2-3 months! we are asking for assistance with this problem. we live in a rural area of colorado where there are few street or highway lights and wildlife is always a concern while driving. you need proper vehicle lighting to remain safe on the road and this known defect by subaru needs to be addressed. headlight failure doesn't always happen near a subaru dealer. off the shelf replacement bulbs should do the job, but don't because subaru is not sharing the correct lighting technology with the aftermarket manufacturers. this may not be the first complaint you have received. we see many 2005-2006 subaru's like ours with burned out headlamps. thank you for your consideration of our complaint. *tr.Mileage was 66389 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C857. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MONTROSE, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Traction Control SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Traction Control System Review #10292735 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . driving under normal cold conditions. every time that we went under an overpass where ice has forced on the highway the car momentarily lost control. it was a good thing that the hazard ended quickly otherwise we would have been off the road.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C656. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PETERBOROUGH, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10293791 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 02, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . 2005 ob sw mt. car is very unstable in slush or snow. car weaves from side to side resulting in driving very slowly to minimize instability. *tr.Mileage was 12400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C656. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in KETCHUM, ID. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10296073 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 22, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . i drive a 2005 subaru outback xt limited and have experienced the rear sway, unstable conditions that many other people seem to be experiencing. i have done much research on the problem and have found that subaru's rear sway bar and alignment specs. to be unmatched for the longer wheel-base and the weight of the vehicle. after the replacement of the rear sway bar to a heavier duty one and a better alignment my outback now drives outstanding and handles like a dream. i am a spirited driver and i drive in all weather conditions including ice and snow and have had no problems since the upgrades. *tr.Mileage was 70000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SIOUX FALLS, SD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10298417 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . im a recent owner of a 2005 subaru outback xt with 58k miles and under certain adverse weather situations; the cars tracking/driving characteristics perform in a hazardous and potentially deadly manner. when traveling in snowy and or slushy conditions on paved roads, the cars rear tires move from side to side loosing directional stability (i.e. oversteer) with no provocation from the driver or outside influence. this occurs regardless of the load in the car (passengers/cargo), and under all driving situations (accelerating & coasting). the car has snow tires on all four wheels (nokian 225-55-17) that have less than 10k miles of use and are correctly inflated as instructed by the cars manufacture (30f/32r). initially, i thought the car might be out of rear alignment (toe), however after being inspected by the local subaru dealership and independent tire alignment shop, the car is within subarus current specs for the model and tsb notice (5-36-07) from subaru of america. i drive 200 miles daily to and from work (pa/nj) for the last 11 years and in all weather conditions with zero accidents or mishaps. the purpose of buying a subaru was for the all weather capability advertised by the manufacturer. however, apparently i am not alone, as a recent search on line provided an outback forum dedicated to this car (2005-2009) which indicates this is an inherent problem with this group of cars by the numerous accounts from other owners with this particular characteristic. soa needs to step up and correct the obvious engineered compromise with a raised rear suspension, and modify the lower control arms in order to correct the rear end stepping out due to adverse road conditions and loads carried by owners under what would otherwise be normal operating parameters. *tr .Mileage was 58550 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68C954. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BEAR CREEK TWP, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability Control Review #10298785 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . in comparison with many trucks and cars i have driven in winter conditions for over 30 years, our 2005 suburu outback is much more unstable especially in the rear end whenever hard packed snow or ice is encountered even at moderate speeds (30-50 mph). at least once this cause the vehicle to spin uncontrollably. in identical conditions, a truck in 2wd (i have several trucks on my ranch) is far more stable. there is a clear safety problem with this vehicle for which tires, inflation, alignment according to manufacturers specs fails to cure. *tr.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C556. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HYATTVILLE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 StructureSubaru Outback 2005 Structure Review #10298785 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 06, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE . in comparison with many trucks and cars i have driven in winter conditions for over 30 years, our 2005 suburu outback is much more unstable especially in the rear end whenever hard packed snow or ice is encountered even at moderate speeds (30-50 mph). at least once this cause the vehicle to spin uncontrollably. in identical conditions, a truck in 2wd (i have several trucks on my ranch) is far more stable. there is a clear safety problem with this vehicle for which tires, inflation, alignment according to manufacturers specs fails to cure. *tr.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C556. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HYATTVILLE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 TiresSubaru Outback 2005 Tires Review #10300294 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . i have a 2005 subaru outback turbo. turbo failed at 65k miles. axel broke at 64k miles and now the right wheel bearing is out at 70k miles. i understand there is a recall on both rear bearings but not the front. turbo has been a big problem too. *tr.Mileage was 65000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BRUNSWICK, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10302444 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . in december of 2008 i drove from idaho to montana over christmas. road conditions were broken ice and compact snow. whenever the car would hit a bump in the road, the rear end would tend to kick from side to side. i was forced to reduce my speed to around 30 mph, even though all other vehicles could maintain higher speeds in a safe manner. i have experienced this problem on several later occasions, and it appears to occur only when the vehicle has been loaded down with passenger(s) or cargo. subaruoutback.org has a gigantic thread on this topic. it appears i am not the only one with this problem. http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/showthread.php?s=b16ba9fdce5398dec3b38124c6d0e1b9&threadid=11267&perpage=20&pagenumber=1 in march of 2009, i had an alignment done at a subaru dealership in boise. i have not experienced the problem to date, but this winter has been unseasonably warm, and i have not driven on much packed snow or ice. moreover, i have not driven with extra cargo, which seems to exasperate the problem. however, i am not convinced the problem is gone, and judging by the continued amount of complaints on subaruoutback.com, i believe subaru needs to formally address the problem. this is a significant safety concern. *tr .Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10310946 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . this complaint concerns the intermittent refusal of the cruise control on my 2005 subaru legacy outback to give up control of the engine when the cruise control handle is pulled down to the coast position and to cause an unexpected, dramatic increase in car speed when the intent is to disengage the cruise control and slow car speed (?the problem?). the problem has existed since purchasing my subaru as new in 2005. the problem has been intermittent, occurring "out-of-the-blue" and when least expected. on more than one occasion when i wanted to slow but not break the car by pulling the cruise control handle to the coast position, the cruise control would refuse to give up control of the engine and, in some instances, the engine would advance to greater speed, almost causing a collision with traffic i was following. in one test i conducted after almost slamming into the rear end of car being driven in front of me, not only did the cruise control not give up control of the engine when i pulled the cruise control lever to the coast position, the engine continued advancing from a speed of 65 mph to 80 mph during the entire time that i held the cruise control lever was in the coast position. the only was i was able stop the cruise control from controlling the engine was by breaking the car. the problem has occurred regularly and continuously on an intermittent basis since my purchase of the car on 5/14/2005 from lithia subaru in reno, nevada. although causes appear to differ, the problem is similar in nature to toyota cars experiencing unexpected speed increase due to defective accelerator pedals as now being described in the news media. *tr.Mileage was 500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RENO, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Traction Control SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Traction Control System Review #10316701 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 11, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . 1. slightly icy road condition. 2. abnormal loss of road feel and control. 3. no known solution. *tr.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C156. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CALGARY, ALBERTA, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or OtherSubaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or Other Review #10323399 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . i have several times experienced what is known as ghost walking while driving my 2005 subaru outback 2.4i. i have driven under the same conditions with the car minimally loaded. only on the times that the car was loaded with more than 2 passengers and their belongings did i experience ghost walk. on those times i was driving my outback on snow or ice covered road. i was driving at a steady rate of speed with consistent pressure on the gas. the rear of the vehicle would begin to pitch back and forth as if being blown by a heavy wind. there was no wind on those occasions, or not sufficient to cause the to sway the way it did. it felt as though the rear of the vehicle was attempting to pass the front. i slowed down each time, even though the road surface conditions did not dictate it. i was passed by 2 wheel drive vehicles, because my car felt unstable and unsafe to drive. i have never experienced this while the car was lightly loaded under the same road conditions..Mileage was 37000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10323399 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . i have several times experienced what is known as ghost walking while driving my 2005 subaru outback 2.4i. i have driven under the same conditions with the car minimally loaded. only on the times that the car was loaded with more than 2 passengers and their belongings did i experience ghost walk. on those times i was driving my outback on snow or ice covered road. i was driving at a steady rate of speed with consistent pressure on the gas. the rear of the vehicle would begin to pitch back and forth as if being blown by a heavy wind. there was no wind on those occasions, or not sufficient to cause the to sway the way it did. it felt as though the rear of the vehicle was attempting to pass the front. i slowed down each time, even though the road surface conditions did not dictate it. i was passed by 2 wheel drive vehicles, because my car felt unstable and unsafe to drive. i have never experienced this while the car was lightly loaded under the same road conditions..Mileage was 37000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Visibility Glass, Side/rearSubaru Outback 2005 Visibility Glass, Side/rear Review #10323465 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 31, 2005.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the front driver side window exploded and shattered when he rolled it down. the contact had no prior problems with the window and there was no change in temperature that could have contributed to the failure. the contact was awaiting a window company representative, referred by the insurance company, who would replace the window at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were approximately 60,800. updated 0/29/10. *ljupdated 09/21/10.Mileage was 60800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CUMBERLAND, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: THOMAS SUBARU . DEALER'S CITY: CUMBERLAND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 21502 . Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train DrivelineSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Review #10324631 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . we have a 2005 subaru outback that sways in the rear of car under the following conditions 1. over bumps the rear will swing to the right and dip. when roads are slick it will almost spin the vehicle. if you are in a left hand curve, even at low speed, the condition is exaggerated more than you would expect sort of like it was pushed in addition to the normal inertia you would experience. 2. rear end traction becomes unstable under icy conditions where it appears that too much power is being distributed to the rear of the driveline then oscillating to each individual rear wheel. in my opinion 100% of the vehicles power concentrated to the rear differential is alternately distributed between the rear wheels and kind of gets stuck in this mode. *tr.Mileage was 42412 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HILTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 38 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Traction Control SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Traction Control System Review #10324631 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . we have a 2005 subaru outback that sways in the rear of car under the following conditions 1. over bumps the rear will swing to the right and dip. when roads are slick it will almost spin the vehicle. if you are in a left hand curve, even at low speed, the condition is exaggerated more than you would expect sort of like it was pushed in addition to the normal inertia you would experience. 2. rear end traction becomes unstable under icy conditions where it appears that too much power is being distributed to the rear of the driveline then oscillating to each individual rear wheel. in my opinion 100% of the vehicles power concentrated to the rear differential is alternately distributed between the rear wheels and kind of gets stuck in this mode. *tr.Mileage was 42412 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HILTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 38 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10324631 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . we have a 2005 subaru outback that sways in the rear of car under the following conditions 1. over bumps the rear will swing to the right and dip. when roads are slick it will almost spin the vehicle. if you are in a left hand curve, even at low speed, the condition is exaggerated more than you would expect sort of like it was pushed in addition to the normal inertia you would experience. 2. rear end traction becomes unstable under icy conditions where it appears that too much power is being distributed to the rear of the driveline then oscillating to each individual rear wheel. in my opinion 100% of the vehicles power concentrated to the rear differential is alternately distributed between the rear wheels and kind of gets stuck in this mode. *tr.Mileage was 42412 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HILTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 38 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability Control Review #10324631 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . we have a 2005 subaru outback that sways in the rear of car under the following conditions 1. over bumps the rear will swing to the right and dip. when roads are slick it will almost spin the vehicle. if you are in a left hand curve, even at low speed, the condition is exaggerated more than you would expect sort of like it was pushed in addition to the normal inertia you would experience. 2. rear end traction becomes unstable under icy conditions where it appears that too much power is being distributed to the rear of the driveline then oscillating to each individual rear wheel. in my opinion 100% of the vehicles power concentrated to the rear differential is alternately distributed between the rear wheels and kind of gets stuck in this mode. *tr.Mileage was 42412 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HILTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 38 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension FrontSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Front Review #10326634 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . front wheel bearing failure @ 55,000 miles. *tr.Mileage was 55000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in COLD SPRING, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10330294 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 23, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owned a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the brakes failed to engage and the vehicle crashed into a tree and caught fire. the air bags did not deploy. four people were injured and police and fire reports were filed. a month prior to the accident, the vehicle was inspected and no failures were found. the vehicle was inspected after the crash and it was discovered that the tumbler system was defective. the vin was unavailable at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were unknown. updated 7/16/10 *cn updated 07/27/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 4 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PITTSBURGH, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: HAMILTON MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: IRWIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 15642 . Subaru Outback 2005 Air BagsSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Review #10330294 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 23, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl*the contact owned a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the brakes failed to engage and the vehicle crashed into a tree and caught fire. the air bags did not deploy. four people were injured and police and fire reports were filed. a month prior to the accident, the vehicle was inspected and no failures were found. the vehicle was inspected after the crash and it was discovered that the tumbler system was defective. the vin was unavailable at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were unknown. updated 7/16/10 *cn updated 07/27/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 4 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PITTSBURGH, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: HAMILTON MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: IRWIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 15642 . Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10330294 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 23, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owned a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the brakes failed to engage and the vehicle crashed into a tree and caught fire. the air bags did not deploy. four people were injured and police and fire reports were filed. a month prior to the accident, the vehicle was inspected and no failures were found. the vehicle was inspected after the crash and it was discovered that the tumbler system was defective. the vin was unavailable at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were unknown. updated 7/16/10 *cn updated 07/27/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 4 person(s) were injured. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PITTSBURGH, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: HAMILTON MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: IRWIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 15642 . Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10339204 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . 90 degree swing of rear end when traveling at only 10 mph on icy road with excellent snow tires. there may be a rear suspension problem because left rear is over an inch lower than right rear. there is no subaru recall. *tr.Mileage was 25500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C154. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SANTA FE, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10340482 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 12, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. while driving with the cruise control set to 75 mph, the contact applied repeated pressure to the brakes yet the cruise control would not disengage. the contact used the cruise control off button but to no avail. the contact was unable to stop the acceleration of the vehicle and proceeded to crash into an unknown object. the vehicle was destroyed. the driver and passenger sustained unknown injuries. a police report was available. the vehicle was towed to the contact's insurance company lot and was not examined for the cause of failure. the failure and current mileages were 77,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C456. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BLUEMONT, VA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Air Bags FrontalSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Frontal Review #10343117 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . in 2008 the airbags on our car deployed spontaneously while driving down the interstate. before the airbags deployed the seatbelt lights in our car began dinging and flashing as if someone were in the passenger seat, which was empty, and then they deployed on my husband. after 3 or so months subaru had the airbag components removed from the car and submitted to the manufacturer. their investigation was inconclusive to what happened and they replaced the components with new ones assuming they had fixed the problem. july 11 i was backing out of my driveway and the lights began flashing again as if someone were in the passenger seat, which again was empty, and i pulled up and got out of the car immediately as i am 7 months pregnant and feared they might explode again and we were about to take a 6 hour drive. when we removed the keys the lights on the car remained on. subaru now has the car and is investigating the problem. this car is a timebomb and i can't imagine putting it back on the road. these are the exact symptoms we had before the airbags exploded last time it just happens we were backing out of the driveway and not going 55 down the highway. *tr.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GALVESTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Wheels Cap/cover/hubSubaru Outback 2005 Wheels Cap/cover/hub Review #10343985 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB . 2005 subaru outback rear hub recall: not convinced that the recall that replaces the rear hubs with the improved version is effective. i had both rear hubs replace under the recall at 45,000 miles and one of those went out at 86,000 miles (41,000 miles after replacement). this concerns me that the new rear hubs are having problems so quickly. *tr.Mileage was 86570 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LONGMONT, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Structure Frame And MembersSubaru Outback 2005 Structure Frame And Members Review #10344543 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph and heard a rattling noise coming the front driver side door. the failure occurred at any speed being traveled. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. the failure was contributed to a broken door bar weld. the technician recommended that the vehicle would be taken to an auto body collision center to be repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 77,000. .Mileage was 77000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LOS ALTOS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10353314 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . 2005 subaru outback will not track straight in slippery conditions at all. the term ghost walking is being used for this and is very accurate. i do not feel secure driving in any snowy conditions in this vehicle. i had a 1995 subaru before this that was rock steady in snow, this car is very unpredictable. tire changes do not solve problem nor does alignment to oem specs. has been on going since i bought the car new. *tr.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EAST KINGSTON, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train DrivelineSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Driveline Review #10353314 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . 2005 subaru outback will not track straight in slippery conditions at all. the term ghost walking is being used for this and is very accurate. i do not feel secure driving in any snowy conditions in this vehicle. i had a 1995 subaru before this that was rock steady in snow, this car is very unpredictable. tire changes do not solve problem nor does alignment to oem specs. has been on going since i bought the car new. *tr.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EAST KINGSTON, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Traction Control SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Traction Control System Review #10353314 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . 2005 subaru outback will not track straight in slippery conditions at all. the term ghost walking is being used for this and is very accurate. i do not feel secure driving in any snowy conditions in this vehicle. i had a 1995 subaru before this that was rock steady in snow, this car is very unpredictable. tire changes do not solve problem nor does alignment to oem specs. has been on going since i bought the car new. *tr.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EAST KINGSTON, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 TiresSubaru Outback 2005 Tires Review #10355111 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 12, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . last month, sidewall failure of bf goodrich touring pro 225/60r16 h-rated. purchased replacement tire at sam's club 3 weeks ago. today, the replacement tire failed - some type of tread separation. concerned as i have these tires on both my 05 subaru outback, and also my 97 volvo 850. only the 2nd incident date is noted. *tr .Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10356914 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 09, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . immediately following heavy rain storms, my 2005 subaru legacy wagon had problems starting and running. the hole car shacks really bad. i know two other people with the same problem. my dealer said many people have come in with a 2005 with that same problem. it started at 18k and still haven't been about to fix after 80k. the engine 'stutters' or 'misfires'. i cant get my check engine light to come off. *tr.Mileage was 18000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C857. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LIBERTYVILLE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10360715 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . following a few weeks of a ruff idle at stop lights, the throttle position sensor failed on my 2005 subaru outback 2.5i. after getting off of the highway and sitting at a stop light, the gas pedal would not work. the vehicle was running, however there was no reaction at all from pushing the pedal all the way to the ground and the check engine light was on. after turning the car off and restarting it normal function returned, however i was informed that failure could occur again at any time including while driving. my mechanic read the code as the throttle position sensor and replaced the accelerator pedal position sensor. *tr.Mileage was 112470 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in NEWINGTON, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10369138 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . while driving on snowpacked dirt roads to town, i reached a straightaway where, unknown to me, ice had formed over the snow. driving straight at 30-35 mph, the back end suddenly began to track to the right. i turned the steering wheel to the right and pressed the gas pedal to correct, but this had no effect. i was unable to regain control, and the vehicle slid into the ditch, resulting in damage to the vehicle and minor injury to myself. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 67000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in YOUNG, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10374998 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback awd (na). while driving approximately 35 mph during snowy weather, the rear of the vehicle began swaying left and right as if it were about to spin. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who realigned the wheels. the failure occurred three times. the vehicle had not been repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was approximately 31,000 and the current mileage was approximately 35,000..Mileage was 31000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MISSOULA, MT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10375567 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . rear end of the vehicle fishtails when driving straight on an icy road. i have read many similar reports and experienced the issue somewhat, but today driving with a full passenger load was truly terrifying. the rear wheels would sway suddenly and completely without warning, sometimes feeling very close to the point of losing control on the interstate. i have lots of experience with driving various vehicles (including other late model subarus) in icy conditions and can state with absolute certainty that there is a dangerous problem with this car. *tr.Mileage was 109000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MADISON, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10376812 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 23, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . 2005 subaru outback unstable rear suspension. this car is absolutely terrifying to drive at hwy speeds in adverse weather conditions. the rear end sways and hops and swings uncontrollably. i have stopped driving this car and it will have a new owner. i will not drive such a under engineered piece of japanese iron and have the life scared out of me. there's plenty of cars out there that are safer to drive than this thing. subaru need to step up to the plate and fix this. *tr.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BLOOMER, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Air BagsSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Review #10380186 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. while the vehicle was parked the contact noticed that the air bag light illuminated on the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the technicians stated that the air bag sensor and module needed to be replaced. the technicians informed the contact of nhtsa recall campaign id number 04v274000 (component: air bags:side/window) for the air bags. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recall. the failure was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 64,000. .Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C757. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HOCKESSIN, DE. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10383302 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . 2005 subaru outback exhibits a serious of stability when driving at a steady speed on the highway when there is the slightest degradation of traction. the rear of the vehicle will begin to sway from side to side on flat and straight road surfaces if the roads are wet from rain or even with a light dusting of snow. on december 3 2010 i was driving north on i-75 north of flint michigan, there was occasional light snow flurries that were barely coating the road surface. i was driving at the posted speed limit (70 mph) when the snow started to lightly coat the road the vehicles rear end started to sway from side to side in a violent manner. i had to slow down to 50 mph to regain control of the vehicle, all the while i was being passed by 2wd pick ups and 2wd drive vehicles. the vehicle has exhibited the same behaviors on wet road surfaces during and following rain. it's time for subaru to correct this problem. i'm not feeling the love. *ln.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WESTLAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10397299 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the engine failed. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they were told that the banjo filters screen failed and sent shards of metal through the engine. the dealer told the contact that in 2007, the vehicle was serviced because of the failure and the engine was previously rebuilt. the contact stated that the information was not listed on the vehicle history report. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage and current mileage was 62,000..Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in NEWBURGH, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, HydraulicSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10398706 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . brakes are very weak for the first couple of stops after the car has been sitting for a while (about eight hours or more). brakes work fine after warming up. this is very dangerous when first backing out of driving; would not be able to stop fast enough if a child or person was suddenly in the way and you needed to stop. this is the case with oem brake pads and after-market pads. *tr.Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C156. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LITTLETON, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10399717 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . at approximately 85,000 miles, the check engine light on our 2005 subaru outback xt went on and we took the vehicle in to our local repair shop to check the light and they recommended having the vehicle towed to our subaru dealer. the vehicle was towed in and the dealer service person called stating that timthe turbo had failed (along with the cv boot & alternator belt). i provided the information regarding our official subaru 100,000 mile gold plus "extended service contract" which we purchased for $1975. the service representative would not confirm whether or not these components would be covered under our service contract and then called me and said subaru denied the claim pending receipt of service records. my husband and my father have changed the oil, air filters and performed general service in combination with service by various service shops. my records are not complete and i expect that subaru will try to deny coverage of the turbo due to this. there are ample reports on subaru forums reporting the same failure and i feel that this problem is not due to owner negligence, but by faulty design. this type of failure should be the responsibility of the manufacturer and they should service the vehicle per the service contract without causing undue stress to the owner of the vehicle. *tr.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GRANITE CITY, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10401241 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . subaru outback 2005 pzev - head gasket failure. the cylinder head gaskets on this vehicle have failed such that engine oil drips onto the hot exhaust system, and produces visible, foul smelling smoke whenever the car is driven. manufacturer has refused to repair under warranty, or recognize a problem, in spite of similar failures in earlier models, and previous class action lawsuit settlement because of those failures. the car is still under an emissions warranty that will expire at 157,500 miles. the car was sold as a partial zero-emissions vehicle, but clearly the smoke from the dripping oil exceeds any emission standard. my feeling is that the manufacturer should repair the car under the emissions warranty, as well as prior failure history. *tr.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C356. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BEDFORD, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Turbo-chargerSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Turbo-charger Review #10402198 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 08, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO-CHARGER . tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated while driving on an incline the vehicle responded slowly. the cruise control and check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealership diagnosis determined that the turbo charger filter was clogged and the shaft in the turbo charger was broken. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted. the failure and current mileage was 67,446. .Mileage was 67446 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C354. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAN FRANSICO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10402569 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . 2005 subaru outback wagon extremely unstable on slippery roads. unsafe to drive at any speed under certain conditions. has been termed 'ghost walking'. this problem can be fixed / helped with wheel alignment, but should not be such a dangerous vehicle because of an alignment problem. some other factors have to be contributing to the horrific handling of this vehicle on slippery roads. it is not a matter of just slowing down. *tr.Mileage was 48686 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C954. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in IDAHO FALLS, ID. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10407420 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . 2005 outback x limited with 67,000 miles. check engine light comes on followed by a whining sound from engine compartment and then rattling noises accompanied by loss of power. car was transported to garage and diagnosed with blown turbo. metal shavings discovered in oil filter. total engine loss. subaru denies coverage and will not accept responsibility for design flaw. *tr.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SPARKS, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension RearSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Rear Review #10412158 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . driving on icy/snowy roads, the back end sways/"ghost walks" extremely dangerously probably 2-3" each way regardless of braking/turning/straightaway/accelerating. we were driving along with a 2wd vehicle from wi to mt which handled significantly better than the outback (which is supposed to be the top of the line winter car). had brand new (300 miles) quality all weather tires and an alignment. the car actually appears to be doing this now in dry conditions as well when i encounter bumps at highway speeds. the feeling of safety is severely lacking. *tr.Mileage was 83000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MILWAUKEE, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, GasolineSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10432434 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . fuel is leaking from the welded seam on the passenger side of the fuel tank when the tank is full. i parked the car in the garage after filling the tank, went into the house, and the next morning found a small puddle of gas just forward and inboard of the right rear tire, and a very strong smell of gasoline . i could see a drip approximately every 10 seconds. my neighborhood mechanic examined the car and diagnosed the leak at the welded seam, not at the fuel filler tube connection at the tank, and recommended it be fixed at the dealer. it is at minooka subaru in minooka, pa. right now. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C657. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in COVINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10432733 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 22, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that when driving the vehicle he noticed an overpowering smell of gas. once he inspected the vehicle, he noticed that there was a leak near the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the fuel tank was fractured due to corrosion. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 126,000. .Mileage was 126000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MOUNT HOREB, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10433565 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . second time this has happened. when in a stopped position and intend to pull out, motor running, but gas pedal does not engage. push all the way to floor - still nothing. in order to correct, must turn off engine and disconnect battery cable so vehicle can reset itself. also had problem when sitting still where vehicle began idling as if accelerator being pressed down - lasted 5-10 seconds then backed off. when purchased car used, had problems with cruise control not working and light flashing continuously. found that injector had to be replaced - apparently tied to cruise mechanism. this corrected the problem but quite expensive to repair. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SALEM, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10433565 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . second time this has happened. when in a stopped position and intend to pull out, motor running, but gas pedal does not engage. push all the way to floor - still nothing. in order to correct, must turn off engine and disconnect battery cable so vehicle can reset itself. also had problem when sitting still where vehicle began idling as if accelerator being pressed down - lasted 5-10 seconds then backed off. when purchased car used, had problems with cruise control not working and light flashing continuously. found that injector had to be replaced - apparently tied to cruise mechanism. this corrected the problem but quite expensive to repair. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SALEM, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or OtherSubaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or Other Review #10434895 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . car is not safe on packed snow or icy roads. all road feel is gone and it feels as if the car could spin out of control at any moment. most other cars seem to pass without issue. for a awd car this is unacceptable. you must slow down to 40 and below to have any hopes of keeping the car in a straight line. i have put nokia snow tires on the and car drives perfect in fresh snow but still cannot drive in slippery conditions. i have not noticed this on wet pavement. subaru feels like an alignment will correct the problem. going in for one in a week. if it does not fix the issue i will sell the car. i found many owners with the same issue on subaruoutback.org. *tr.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TRAVERSE CITY, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10434895 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . car is not safe on packed snow or icy roads. all road feel is gone and it feels as if the car could spin out of control at any moment. most other cars seem to pass without issue. for a awd car this is unacceptable. you must slow down to 40 and below to have any hopes of keeping the car in a straight line. i have put nokia snow tires on the and car drives perfect in fresh snow but still cannot drive in slippery conditions. i have not noticed this on wet pavement. subaru feels like an alignment will correct the problem. going in for one in a week. if it does not fix the issue i will sell the car. i found many owners with the same issue on subaruoutback.org. *tr.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TRAVERSE CITY, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, GasolineSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10435555 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . sitting at stop light - light changes green - no acceleration. car will move at idle speed creep through intersection. pull over stop turn car off. restart w accelerator working but cruise control indicator flashing and check engine light on. error code indicates pedal position sensor and dealer says entire pedal assembly needs replaced. new 'drive-by-wire' accelerator system for subaru in 2005. repair: ~$200 with no change in assembly from what the service dept. reports. *tr.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CROWN POINT, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10435555 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . sitting at stop light - light changes green - no acceleration. car will move at idle speed creep through intersection. pull over stop turn car off. restart w accelerator working but cruise control indicator flashing and check engine light on. error code indicates pedal position sensor and dealer says entire pedal assembly needs replaced. new 'drive-by-wire' accelerator system for subaru in 2005. repair: ~$200 with no change in assembly from what the service dept. reports. *tr.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CROWN POINT, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingSubaru Outback 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10435609 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i have been having a problem with my car for the 2-years and has been getting worse. the throttle pedal at times will become non-responsive and the engine idle cannot be controlled. at this time the check engine light is on with a code. p2138. i have taken the car to the dealer with no luck they could not find anything wrong. the car has left me stranded several times and i had to limp or be towed home. the rpm can be anywhere from idle to 3000 rpm and as i said the pedal has no control. i have replaced the accelerator pedal assembly and the problem was gone for the past six months. it has now failed again. *tr.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ELLENTON, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10435609 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i have been having a problem with my car for the 2-years and has been getting worse. the throttle pedal at times will become non-responsive and the engine idle cannot be controlled. at this time the check engine light is on with a code. p2138. i have taken the car to the dealer with no luck they could not find anything wrong. the car has left me stranded several times and i had to limp or be towed home. the rpm can be anywhere from idle to 3000 rpm and as i said the pedal has no control. i have replaced the accelerator pedal assembly and the problem was gone for the past six months. it has now failed again. *tr.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ELLENTON, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10435609 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i have been having a problem with my car for the 2-years and has been getting worse. the throttle pedal at times will become non-responsive and the engine idle cannot be controlled. at this time the check engine light is on with a code. p2138. i have taken the car to the dealer with no luck they could not find anything wrong. the car has left me stranded several times and i had to limp or be towed home. the rpm can be anywhere from idle to 3000 rpm and as i said the pedal has no control. i have replaced the accelerator pedal assembly and the problem was gone for the past six months. it has now failed again. *tr.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ELLENTON, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10441590 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . intermittent throttle disabled. car becomes unresponsive to the gas pedal. engine continues to run but gas pedal has no response. *kb.Mileage was 75023 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C554. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ROANOKE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10441590 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . intermittent throttle disabled. car becomes unresponsive to the gas pedal. engine continues to run but gas pedal has no response. *kb.Mileage was 75023 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C554. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ROANOKE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Subaru Outback 2005 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10441600 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal would intermittently become unresponsive. the dealer repaired the defect, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 65,696 and the current mileage was 75,000. .Mileage was 65696 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4F4BP67C554. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in RONOAKE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10442745 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . failure of 2 rear wheel bearings and right front wheel bearing. *tr.Mileage was 91000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CHANHASSEN, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10442804 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 11, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . i am a very experienced driver in snowy and icy conditions. my outback 2005 2.5i started wiggling out of control (especially felt the back end wiggle left to right) on a straight road with approx 1/2 inch ice and packed snow causing me to slow down from approximately 40 mph to 20 mph . other 2 wd vehicles passed us at much higher speeds with no apparent problem to keep straight. our car had 2 adults and 2 small children in it with skiing gear. changed our winter tires immediately after. the problem occurred again on a few other similar occasions, for which i went to the dealer to get aligned, tire changed again. went to dealer in 2010 after this occurred again on the highway with only slush and water. i had to slow from 55 mph to 30 mph to keep car in control. remember this is on the highway!! went to dealer again to re-align the car which according to them was not aligned. the problem re-occurred again this winter. i am now fed up, this is a dangerous car and i am turning it in to buy a new car. i can't understand why subaru is not recalling to fix the rear suspension. *tr.Mileage was 15000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LASALLE, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10442804 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 11, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i am a very experienced driver in snowy and icy conditions. my outback 2005 2.5i started wiggling out of control (especially felt the back end wiggle left to right) on a straight road with approx 1/2 inch ice and packed snow causing me to slow down from approximately 40 mph to 20 mph . other 2 wd vehicles passed us at much higher speeds with no apparent problem to keep straight. our car had 2 adults and 2 small children in it with skiing gear. changed our winter tires immediately after. the problem occurred again on a few other similar occasions, for which i went to the dealer to get aligned, tire changed again. went to dealer in 2010 after this occurred again on the highway with only slush and water. i had to slow from 55 mph to 30 mph to keep car in control. remember this is on the highway!! went to dealer again to re-align the car which according to them was not aligned. the problem re-occurred again this winter. i am now fed up, this is a dangerous car and i am turning it in to buy a new car. i can't understand why subaru is not recalling to fix the rear suspension. *tr.Mileage was 15000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LASALLE, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10443601 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 12, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i have owned and driven this subaru since july 06 and have driven it through 5 northern illinois winters. today was our first snowfall this season and for the first time i have noticed that the car exhibits very "un-nerving" handling qualities in very light snow road conditions. something has changed to make me feel like i will loose control of the vehicle. the car feels like it wants to fishtail out of control at any speed over 30 mph. strange "wandering" best describes it.it feels like i'm driving in deep ruts of heavy road snow that wants to pull the car into the ruts but the road is barely covered. on two lane roads it feels like the car could easily cross the center line because of this odd steering feedback i feel on slick snow covered road conditions. i don't feel it in rain conditions. it has "never" felt like this before. the rear struts were replace last summer with oem struts. the car has never had an alignment but has always tracked down the road very straight. tire wear is even and tires have been rotated multiple times. tires are bridgestone turanza serenity with 66k and been through 3 winters before with no handling issue. once i noticed on this site that many outback owners are experiencing the same symptom, i knew i needed to get this posted in case of an accident. i'm now at least on record with my "handling concern complaint" and subaru of america can't say my concern was never addressed with the nhtsa. a car should never display the kind of handling issues that makes it feel unsafe to drive in light winter conditions. p.s. i took my son's honda crv with 198 k for a test drive in the same conditions today,on the same roads and found its handling very predictable. what is going on with these outbacks ? *tr.Mileage was 162516 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in CALEDONIA, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10443928 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . i reside in the sierra nevada mountains in california and experience snowy/icy driving conditions regularly throughout the winter. the outback was purchased for its performance in these conditions and is equipped with blizzak studless snow tires. on several occasions, in both ca and co, while driving on packed snow at approximately 40 mph, the rear end began to fishtale out of control. this situation continued to worsen until the speed was reduced to below 30 mph. i have spoken to the dealer and of course, "they have never heard of such an event" and did not have any idea as to what may have caused this condition nor how to correct. there are too many reports of this identical out of control condition for it to be coincidental, subaru needs to address this issue before someone is seriously injured or killed. *tr.Mileage was 70000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TRUCKEE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10443928 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i reside in the sierra nevada mountains in california and experience snowy/icy driving conditions regularly throughout the winter. the outback was purchased for its performance in these conditions and is equipped with blizzak studless snow tires. on several occasions, in both ca and co, while driving on packed snow at approximately 40 mph, the rear end began to fishtale out of control. this situation continued to worsen until the speed was reduced to below 30 mph. i have spoken to the dealer and of course, "they have never heard of such an event" and did not have any idea as to what may have caused this condition nor how to correct. there are too many reports of this identical out of control condition for it to be coincidental, subaru needs to address this issue before someone is seriously injured or killed. *tr.Mileage was 70000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TRUCKEE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10444832 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 29, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i have experienced what is referred to as "ghostwalking" in my 2005 subaru outback. while driving in winter conditions such as slush, snow and ice mix, and black ice the car fishtails in the rear wheels making it impossible to safely drive this car. however driving on hardpack snow and hardpack powder the car handles fine. the car fishtails much worse when even a little weight is loaded in the rear. i do have dedicated snow tires, with studs. i am a very experienced driver in winter conditions, i do not drive too fast in poor road conditions. this is a serious problem that apparently many people have experienced. i have multiple friends who drive older subaru's who have never experienced such an encounter with their cars. bottom line this car is not safe to drive on winter roads, i have literally feared for my life on several occasions. please do something about this. *tr.Mileage was 60000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10472435 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 02, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 2005 subaru is our family has had to have the front axles as one broke going down the highway he as not hurt, but the car was only stopped after i plowed up sn open field. since vehicle was not under warranty we footed a $1,200 bil. then weeks later the axle on my 2004 broke as i was driving out of my driveway. that repair also not under warranty cost another 1,200 dollars. we have had to have the wheel bearings replaced all the way around on both vehicles and the ecm replaced on both cars this year. these vehicles have also experienced converter problems and converters were replaced by subaru only after i kept up a running battle and insisted that they were under warranty. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PIFFARD, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10475892 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . purchased 2005 outback in april 2012 with approximately 190000 miles. car felt very unstable when going over any uneven road surface. replaced rear struts with no improvement. tried different tires with no noticeable change. decided it must be an odd but normal condition for the vehicle. today, 9/18/12, drove car in light rain along a 2-lane road at approximately 50-55 mph and car was very unstable in the rear. the rear "steered" left/right and felt very unstable. there was a sense the vehicle was going to abruptly cross into the other lane. i have over 40 years of driving experience and realize this is not normal vehicle performance. i live in a central ny and purchased this vehicle for the safety of all wheel drive after owning a 1995 subaru impreza and a 1997 subaru outback. given the situation i had today, i am afraid of what will happen in ice/snow conditions common in ny. i began to research the issue online in an attempt to correct my situation before winter arrives. i found many online concerns regarding this issue. while i have not yet approached subaru directly, i get an overwhelming sense from online comments that subaru will not be very helpful. i am making this safety complaint in hopes that multiple complaints combined will expose what i feel is a very serious/dangerous handling issue with a 2005 subaru outback. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 190000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARATHON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10475892 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . purchased 2005 outback in april 2012 with approximately 190000 miles. car felt very unstable when going over any uneven road surface. replaced rear struts with no improvement. tried different tires with no noticeable change. decided it must be an odd but normal condition for the vehicle. today, 9/18/12, drove car in light rain along a 2-lane road at approximately 50-55 mph and car was very unstable in the rear. the rear "steered" left/right and felt very unstable. there was a sense the vehicle was going to abruptly cross into the other lane. i have over 40 years of driving experience and realize this is not normal vehicle performance. i live in a central ny and purchased this vehicle for the safety of all wheel drive after owning a 1995 subaru impreza and a 1997 subaru outback. given the situation i had today, i am afraid of what will happen in ice/snow conditions common in ny. i began to research the issue online in an attempt to correct my situation before winter arrives. i found many online concerns regarding this issue. while i have not yet approached subaru directly, i get an overwhelming sense from online comments that subaru will not be very helpful. i am making this safety complaint in hopes that multiple complaints combined will expose what i feel is a very serious/dangerous handling issue with a 2005 subaru outback. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 190000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARATHON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10479208 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 26, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . bought the car from a toyota dealer in june 2011. within 5 days of buying it, when driving the car on highway, within 15 mins of driving, all of a sudden the car jerks, with a sudden drop in speed, with the check engine light turned on and cruise light starting to blink. car would not speed up no matter how much the accelerator is pressed. i had to pull the car to the side of the road. i have taken it several times to subaru service...they seem to know what the problem is and attempt to fix it - i pay them and drive it back home and, the same problem persists. i get the same code each time - p0638. replaced throttle body. replaced timing belt. replaced the throttle control relay. etc. the mechanics seem to test drive it and find no problem with it. every time they seem confident that they have fixed it. but, everytime i begin to drive, the car faults and the speed drops in the middle of the road. it is a danger to anyone in the car and to passengers in other cars. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LARAMIE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 WheelsSubaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10482049 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 31, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . right, front wheel bearings replaced due to wear. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77642 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10482050 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 16, 2009.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . right, rear wheel bearing replaced due to wear. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 69823 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10482051 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . right and left front control arm bushings split and replaced along with both front control arms. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 84194 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10482051 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . right and left front control arm bushings split and replaced along with both front control arms. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 84194 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 WheelsSubaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10482052 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 31, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . left, front wheel bearing replaced due to wear. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77642 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Wheels Review #10482053 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . left, rear bearing replaced due to wear. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92229 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C157. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10483773 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . this was one of the first snows of the winter and i was driving my 2005 subaru outback down detroit freeways to metro airport to pickup my son. i had my wife in the front seat and my youngest son in the rear seat. as the snow began to fall i felt the car lurch back and forth as if i were driving through icy or snowy ruts. i am an experienced driver (50 years old) and had never experienced anything like this except during an ice storm, etc. i thought the road must have had "black ice" under the snow as my car was almost uncontrollable. i slowed down to about 30mph and, to my surprise, saw two wheel drive pickup trucks, etc. passing me at 10 - 20mph faster than i was going... everyone was passing our car as i when i tried to match their speed it seemed that i was going to lose control with the rear end having a mind of its own shifting back and forth. in the months that followed, i searched the internet and found the threads calling this phenomenon "ghostwalking". i hope that nhtsa does something about this as i do not want anyone to get hurt or killed thinking that this car is a great snow car (from a ground clearance and awd standpoint) and finding out the hard way that it is not. it would appear that it is worse when the suspension is loaded down with more passengers, as it was in this instance, than when it is just the driver and no cargo in the hatch area. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ORTONVILLE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10483773 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . this was one of the first snows of the winter and i was driving my 2005 subaru outback down detroit freeways to metro airport to pickup my son. i had my wife in the front seat and my youngest son in the rear seat. as the snow began to fall i felt the car lurch back and forth as if i were driving through icy or snowy ruts. i am an experienced driver (50 years old) and had never experienced anything like this except during an ice storm, etc. i thought the road must have had "black ice" under the snow as my car was almost uncontrollable. i slowed down to about 30mph and, to my surprise, saw two wheel drive pickup trucks, etc. passing me at 10 - 20mph faster than i was going... everyone was passing our car as i when i tried to match their speed it seemed that i was going to lose control with the rear end having a mind of its own shifting back and forth. in the months that followed, i searched the internet and found the threads calling this phenomenon "ghostwalking". i hope that nhtsa does something about this as i do not want anyone to get hurt or killed thinking that this car is a great snow car (from a ground clearance and awd standpoint) and finding out the hard way that it is not. it would appear that it is worse when the suspension is loaded down with more passengers, as it was in this instance, than when it is just the driver and no cargo in the hatch area. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ORTONVILLE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10484032 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving my outback lost suddenly lost all acceleration. the check engine light immediately came on and the cruise control light began to blink. the car continued to move forward but decelerated to about 15 mph which nearly resulted in my being rear ended. i was able to get to the side of the road where i turned the car off and turned it back on. after doing this the car behaved normally expect the check engine and cruise control lights stayed on. after about an hour, both lights went off. since then, this problem has recurred multiple times. i recently took the car to be repaired where the problem was diagnosed as a bad pedal assembly. however, i'm concerned that this problem will reoccur at speed and cause an accident. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BEAVERTON, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10484032 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while driving my outback lost suddenly lost all acceleration. the check engine light immediately came on and the cruise control light began to blink. the car continued to move forward but decelerated to about 15 mph which nearly resulted in my being rear ended. i was able to get to the side of the road where i turned the car off and turned it back on. after doing this the car behaved normally expect the check engine and cruise control lights stayed on. after about an hour, both lights went off. since then, this problem has recurred multiple times. i recently took the car to be repaired where the problem was diagnosed as a bad pedal assembly. however, i'm concerned that this problem will reoccur at speed and cause an accident. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BEAVERTON, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10484082 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2006.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i have an 2005 outback xt. this car is dangerous on packed snow. i am a very experienced winter driver and have never had a vehicle handle this "loosely" on snow. above approx 40mph the back end wants to snap around even on flat, straight roads without the being on the accelerator or brake. after the first incident in 06, i was told by the mechanic it was due to uneven tire wear and an alignment issue. so after only 15k miles, i replaced the tires and had the car aligned. years later, i am now convinced that the "ghostwalking" issue caused these other issues and was not the result of them. i have since replaced the shocks/struts and use studded snow tires in the winter. this has helped, but the problem seems to come back erratically. it always occurs at highway speeds and now is sometimes even felt on wet freeways. i personally know of three other 05 outback owners in my neighborhood that have all experienced the "ghostwalking" problem at some point. i have previously owned a 92 legacy wagon and a 96 impreza and both were outstanding on snow, even without snow tires. the 05 outback has a serious safety issue that needs to be further examined before someone is seriously injured or killed. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68C954. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10486689 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 02, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . had the car for about a year now. driven it thru some snow and have experienced what is know as the "ghost walking issue". the rear end tends to wander back and forth while driving on slushy snow and on ice. also does this when one rear wheel goes in a pot hole especially when driving on an off ramp. car has been aligned at the dealer and has new tires as well. these things were done to fix the issue but it did not. car is all stock. car is dangerous to drive in the above conditions. this car was bought for our daughter to drive back and forth to college and now we don't dare let her drive it. there have been many complaints about this issue on subaru sites like subaru.org that i am surprised nothing has been done. we are getting rid of car as soon as we can because of this main reason. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62CX57. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SOUT BELOIT, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10486776 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 02, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . driving at night. stopped to get gas. went to start car and turn on lights. both headlights out-just like that. had to drive home on running lights; luckily less than 5 miles. headlight issues started about 10k miles ago where individual lights have gone out; have replaced ind low beam lights 4x in the last 10k miles. never had 2 go out at once like this-at night. did a search on internet and found numerous reports of owners with same issue and it doesn't sound like subaru is too interested in resolving when left to its own accord. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in NORTH WALES, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10490030 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . while driving on straight, flat and level ice-covered northern indiana road at 35 mph, my 2005 subaru outback xt ltd fishtailed (rear over-steer) repeatedly. this felt as if the rear of the vehicle was being quickly pushed from side to side. (this is often referred to as "ghostwalking" and is unmistakable once experienced.) there were two average weight adults in the front seats and one young adult (135 lbs) in the rear passenger seat. the vehicle received a four-wheel alignment two years ago and does not exhibit any alignment-related issues on dry pavement. i.e., doesn't pull to left or right, nor wear tires unevenly. the vehicle is equipped in winter with bridgestone blizzak ws60 215/55 r17 tires with approx. 75% of their tread remaining. (these tires show no signs of abnormal wear or other defects.) i am a driver with 37 years of driving experience and believe this is a very serious safety issue with this vehicle. i've never experienced this degree of unpredictable instability in any vehicle that i've driven on ice. this vehicle gives the operator the impression that it is very sure-footed in any other condition, leading the operator to approach all road conditions with a level of confidence that can (and does) result in nearly out-of-control situations when the vehicle is driven on ice. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in FORT WAYNE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10490030 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . while driving on straight, flat and level ice-covered northern indiana road at 35 mph, my 2005 subaru outback xt ltd fishtailed (rear over-steer) repeatedly. this felt as if the rear of the vehicle was being quickly pushed from side to side. (this is often referred to as "ghostwalking" and is unmistakable once experienced.) there were two average weight adults in the front seats and one young adult (135 lbs) in the rear passenger seat. the vehicle received a four-wheel alignment two years ago and does not exhibit any alignment-related issues on dry pavement. i.e., doesn't pull to left or right, nor wear tires unevenly. the vehicle is equipped in winter with bridgestone blizzak ws60 215/55 r17 tires with approx. 75% of their tread remaining. (these tires show no signs of abnormal wear or other defects.) i am a driver with 37 years of driving experience and believe this is a very serious safety issue with this vehicle. i've never experienced this degree of unpredictable instability in any vehicle that i've driven on ice. this vehicle gives the operator the impression that it is very sure-footed in any other condition, leading the operator to approach all road conditions with a level of confidence that can (and does) result in nearly out-of-control situations when the vehicle is driven on ice. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106521 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in FORT WAYNE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10490921 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . this vehicle is dangerous on icy roads. on a recent trip when encountering ice, the rear end would fishtail uncontrollably until speed was reduced below 30 mph. this happened while maintaining speed in a straight line. all other cars were still doing speed limit (60) without problems and we were a hazard fishtailing at 30. a truck jackknifed trying to avoid us. please do something about these cars before someone is killed. the condition is called ghost walking and is widely reported here and on other websites. these are dangerous cars. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in WESTPORT, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10491471 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i am the third owner so after my problems, i researched to learn the first owner couldn't maintain tire life; subaru replaced all four tires and kept trying realignment for her. the second owner informed me he could not maintain new tire life, never acknowledging to me that the car is all over the road and a hazard to your life. being the third owner, i never thought when i purchased this 2005 subaru outback that it could be an engineering problem with a company like subaru, not identified or recalled. i have learned the car is unsafe and after research online have learned there could be a serious engineering problem with the raised rear suspension. i have the subaru receipts from former two owners (they were related) and obviously subaru is negligent in not identifying the issue and reporting it. two different shops have assured me it is not ball joints, or suspension, etc. i spent $750 on the rear end and new alignment at the specialty spring and suspension shop and those tires seem to be wearing evenly. the front tires are cupped on the outside severely in six months. the car is all over the road. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in NEW MILFORD, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability Control Review #10491471 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . i am the third owner so after my problems, i researched to learn the first owner couldn't maintain tire life; subaru replaced all four tires and kept trying realignment for her. the second owner informed me he could not maintain new tire life, never acknowledging to me that the car is all over the road and a hazard to your life. being the third owner, i never thought when i purchased this 2005 subaru outback that it could be an engineering problem with a company like subaru, not identified or recalled. i have learned the car is unsafe and after research online have learned there could be a serious engineering problem with the raised rear suspension. i have the subaru receipts from former two owners (they were related) and obviously subaru is negligent in not identifying the issue and reporting it. two different shops have assured me it is not ball joints, or suspension, etc. i spent $750 on the rear end and new alignment at the specialty spring and suspension shop and those tires seem to be wearing evenly. the front tires are cupped on the outside severely in six months. the car is all over the road. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in NEW MILFORD, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10492143 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with STEERING . i have a 2005 subaru outback. on several occasions, driving on hard-packed snow and/or ice/glaze on the highway i have found it nearly impossible to drive the car at traffic speeds without the rear end losing grip and sliding side to side. it feels like it's very windy, and you're about to lose control. except that it's not windy. the car just seems to lose traction in the rear wheels. we've had to slow down to around 30 mph while semi-trucks, regular fwd and even rwd vehicles blew by us. i've driven in these wintry conditions for 35 years without this sort of issue. i've owned a 1997 outback and never experienced this sort of issue. but this 2005 is scary if the road conditions are just right (wrong). this is a definite safety hazard and while i love the car in many other ways i will probably need to get rid of it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10492393 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2011.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . our subaru started what is described as "ghost walking". mild but noticeably last winter, severe and constant this winter (2013). on icy or snow packed roads, the vehicle's rear end moves or sways back and forth. speed from 25 mph up to 45 mph. can't go faster due to terrain and roads anyway. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DURANGO, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10493139 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . while driving north on 91 to vermont this car handled great in snow, . on the other hand the return trips the roads were plowed packed snow it was like the rear end was on ice skates(or ghost walking} whatever you call it when it happens it will scare the [xxx]out of you. the first couple times it happened, i had every excuse why it wasn't the car, i thought the stock tires were shot, so i bought 4 brand new dunlop snow tires. i hoped problem would be solved, car handled even better in snow same on packed snow/ice. thought maybe the thule box was catching wind, removed thule box. problem did not get better. i began searching for similar issues online and came across many suggestions that stock suspension sucked, which i kinda new, so i replaced suspension with supposedley the best available kyb hoped that after that investment problem would be solved, i was wrong again. after deeper investigation online i learned of ghostwalking. if i had bought a chevy cavalier or ford taurus or any other piece of crap that you wouldn't expect to handle said conditions it's one thing but for a car that either endores or is endorsed by the us ski team, ski patrol this car is not safe. about two months ago i was driving up a straight away it had rained earlier. i was driving about 55 i the limit is 45 and the rear end slipped out and the car began ghostwalking. i don't feel safe driving my daughter in this car that i hoped to one day give her. i owned a 95 outback and had none of the above problems had reg tires. since finally figuring that i'm not crazy and other people are having this problem that can't be fixed,i want to trade it in but worry that whoever buys it might crash and die, icant very well go trade in this car and tell them this handles great, best car i ever owned just don't drive it on packed snow you no the reason you want a subaru in the first place. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 22000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C056. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HOLYOKE, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10493139 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2008.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving north on 91 to vermont this car handled great in snow, . on the other hand the return trips the roads were plowed packed snow it was like the rear end was on ice skates(or ghost walking} whatever you call it when it happens it will scare the [xxx]out of you. the first couple times it happened, i had every excuse why it wasn't the car, i thought the stock tires were shot, so i bought 4 brand new dunlop snow tires. i hoped problem would be solved, car handled even better in snow same on packed snow/ice. thought maybe the thule box was catching wind, removed thule box. problem did not get better. i began searching for similar issues online and came across many suggestions that stock suspension sucked, which i kinda new, so i replaced suspension with supposedley the best available kyb hoped that after that investment problem would be solved, i was wrong again. after deeper investigation online i learned of ghostwalking. if i had bought a chevy cavalier or ford taurus or any other piece of crap that you wouldn't expect to handle said conditions it's one thing but for a car that either endores or is endorsed by the us ski team, ski patrol this car is not safe. about two months ago i was driving up a straight away it had rained earlier. i was driving about 55 i the limit is 45 and the rear end slipped out and the car began ghostwalking. i don't feel safe driving my daughter in this car that i hoped to one day give her. i owned a 95 outback and had none of the above problems had reg tires. since finally figuring that i'm not crazy and other people are having this problem that can't be fixed,i want to trade it in but worry that whoever buys it might crash and die, icant very well go trade in this car and tell them this handles great, best car i ever owned just don't drive it on packed snow you no the reason you want a subaru in the first place. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 22000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C056. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in HOLYOKE, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10494617 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 21, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . while driving the car on a slightly snowy/slippery road with light snow falling, it felt like the rear end of the car was spinning out and i was heading off the road. i had to slow down to about 30 mph in order to stay in my lane. everyone else was flying past me. i have since had many occasions where these same conditions caused the same effects with the car. it seems to worsen when i have passengers or any extra weight in the car. when the driving conditions that cause this problem exist, i cannot drive my car, but must rent another vehicle or borrow someone else's car. we have owned other subaru outbacks of 1998 or earlier with no problems in snow. numerous times i brought this problem up with subaru corporation of america and my dealership and everyone denies there is any problem with the car. i'm totally frustrated!! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 21000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C454. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in COOPERSVILLE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine Review #10500621 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 25, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE . subaru outback 2.5xt. 2005 check engine light came on & i could hear whistling or whoosing sounds from engine area. took it to an auto repair place slowly,asap & there it sits. has 155,000 miles on it & i maintain & love my car! the gears in the turbo 'broke apart' & left shards of metal in oil pan & at this time who knows where else. was hoping there was a recall as i maintain my vehicles & it seems like a manufacturer error. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 155000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LOWVILLE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Engine Review #10500659 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE . on approximately 10 occasions right after a rain when i start up the car the engine light starts blinking and the car runs roughly with little power. after a short time the car power returns but the check engine light stays on for about a week. once the light goes out the car then runs normal until the next rainstorm. it then does the same all over. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DEMAREST, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10500659 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . on approximately 10 occasions right after a rain when i start up the car the engine light starts blinking and the car runs roughly with little power. after a short time the car power returns but the check engine light stays on for about a week. once the light goes out the car then runs normal until the next rainstorm. it then does the same all over. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DEMAREST, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10500659 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . on approximately 10 occasions right after a rain when i start up the car the engine light starts blinking and the car runs roughly with little power. after a short time the car power returns but the check engine light stays on for about a week. once the light goes out the car then runs normal until the next rainstorm. it then does the same all over. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DEMAREST, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10508946 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my back up lights and license plate lights were not working. found the wires between the light gate and body of car were breaking one by one. also my antenna wires were broken on other side same location. was surprised to see this. wires usually don't wear out like this i wouldn't think. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 153000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10508946 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . my back up lights and license plate lights were not working. found the wires between the light gate and body of car were breaking one by one. also my antenna wires were broken on other side same location. was surprised to see this. wires usually don't wear out like this i wouldn't think. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 153000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10508987 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . lost throttle response on expressway with oncoming traffic from on-ramp almost causing collision while trying to move to the shoulder. applied brakes to stop vehicle once on shoulder, car was revving at 3300 rpms. placed vehicle in park and turned switch to off. started car to find the throttle still revving to 3300 rpms and turned off again. waited 5-minutes and started car again with the throttle at normal idle. drove car 15-miles and the cruise and check engine light turned off. happened in rainy and cold weather. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BL84C254. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in FAIRPORT, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 58 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10509126 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 22, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . from an intersection, i slowed down to make a right turn and upon completing the turn, i put my foot on the gas pedal to accelerate and the pedal was unresponsive. i had enough momentum to quickly turn onto a side street out of traffic. the gas pedal when pushed down all the way would not accelerate and did not make the revving sound. this is the fifth time this has occurred to me since purchasing this new vehicle in 2005. it seems to be occurring more often now. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 89281 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C357. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine Review #10510935 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 18, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, he heard an abnormal noise as the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the engine was blown. the failure had occurred two years prior to the recent failure and the engine had been replaced. the third engine was installed and the vehicle was repaired. the failure and current mileage was 105,000. returned by usps on 6/7/2013. 2nd attempt on 6/11/2013 failed. *kb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in FREELAND, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10511568 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . without any accident, under normal usage, the vehicle's license plate lights failed. the problem was traced to a break in a conductor (wire) contained in a wiring harness that connects the vehicle to the rear hatch through a rubber bellows. once the bellows was retracted, the broken wire was found along with twelve (12) other wires that were all nearly broken: their insulation was cracked and several wires ultimately broke completely upon further flexing. these other wires fed the brake lights, turn signals, running lights, hatch lock, and all other electrical circuits on the rear hatch. it appears that the insulation on this wire does not hold up in this environment and will ultimately fail in the course of several years. this poses a safety problem as the vehicles rear lights (turn signals, brake lights, etc.) can fail at any moment. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BELMONT, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10511568 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . without any accident, under normal usage, the vehicle's license plate lights failed. the problem was traced to a break in a conductor (wire) contained in a wiring harness that connects the vehicle to the rear hatch through a rubber bellows. once the bellows was retracted, the broken wire was found along with twelve (12) other wires that were all nearly broken: their insulation was cracked and several wires ultimately broke completely upon further flexing. these other wires fed the brake lights, turn signals, running lights, hatch lock, and all other electrical circuits on the rear hatch. it appears that the insulation on this wire does not hold up in this environment and will ultimately fail in the course of several years. this poses a safety problem as the vehicles rear lights (turn signals, brake lights, etc.) can fail at any moment. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in BELMONT, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10522335 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . i have had issues with my power train since purchase of the car. i have done both cv axles twice. the last time the control arms had to be replaced. ball joints have been twice. the shop i took my car to said they have seen this same issue in 4 other subaru's of the same year. during repair my drive knuckles broke. i have spend thousand on just my power train. between subaru dealership, burt brother, and premier auto, i want to make an official complaint and ask you to look into these issue. all of these companies have advised me to place this complaint. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10522335 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i have had issues with my power train since purchase of the car. i have done both cv axles twice. the last time the control arms had to be replaced. ball joints have been twice. the shop i took my car to said they have seen this same issue in 4 other subaru's of the same year. during repair my drive knuckles broke. i have spend thousand on just my power train. between subaru dealership, burt brother, and premier auto, i want to make an official complaint and ask you to look into these issue. all of these companies have advised me to place this complaint. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10524556 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . soon after purchasing the car, i realized that the rear wiper was not functioning. after checking an online owners forum i found that there is a common problem with the functions in the rear lift gate such as inoperable brake lights, rear wipers inoperable, and other items. this problem seems to be caused by the degradation of wire insulation and breakage of wire. upon further investigation i discovered my own vehicle has a severed wire located in the accordion boot on the right (passenger) side near the hinge for the lift gate. this could result is serious safety issues. as with any faulty electrical wiring there is also a risk for fire associated with this issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 121985 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OZARK, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiperSubaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiper Review #10524556 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . soon after purchasing the car, i realized that the rear wiper was not functioning. after checking an online owners forum i found that there is a common problem with the functions in the rear lift gate such as inoperable brake lights, rear wipers inoperable, and other items. this problem seems to be caused by the degradation of wire insulation and breakage of wire. upon further investigation i discovered my own vehicle has a severed wire located in the accordion boot on the right (passenger) side near the hinge for the lift gate. this could result is serious safety issues. as with any faulty electrical wiring there is also a risk for fire associated with this issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 121985 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OZARK, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Structure BodySubaru Outback 2005 Structure Body Review #10524556 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . soon after purchasing the car, i realized that the rear wiper was not functioning. after checking an online owners forum i found that there is a common problem with the functions in the rear lift gate such as inoperable brake lights, rear wipers inoperable, and other items. this problem seems to be caused by the degradation of wire insulation and breakage of wire. upon further investigation i discovered my own vehicle has a severed wire located in the accordion boot on the right (passenger) side near the hinge for the lift gate. this could result is serious safety issues. as with any faulty electrical wiring there is also a risk for fire associated with this issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 121985 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OZARK, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10537768 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2007.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that both headlights failed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for repair. the vehicle was not diagnosed and the manufacturer was not notified of the incident. the approximate failure mileage was 20000. the vin was unavailable. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in LANCASTER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10554731 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 21, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . vehicle ghostwalking while driving 40-45mph in a straight section of road. multiple other verified issues from 2005-2009 outback vehicles exhibit the same symptoms. almost lost control of vehicle and cannot safely travel above 45mph without losing control. subaru has not officially acknowledged this problem or provided a solution. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MANCELONA, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiperSubaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiper Review #10554733 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . rear wiper failure was first noticed followed by failure of the license plate light, the wiring harness in the rear lift gate has multiple broken wires where the door hinges. appears that the wiring insulation becomes hardened and brittle, and will break instead of flexing. there are several other wires in the harness that are showing bare wire but have not yet broken. this is what all the harness enables and will eventually fail: rear wiper motor license plate light rear gate latch switch rear gate lock actuator rear defogger back-up light rh rear defogger back-up light lh *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAINT PAUL, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10554733 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . rear wiper failure was first noticed followed by failure of the license plate light, the wiring harness in the rear lift gate has multiple broken wires where the door hinges. appears that the wiring insulation becomes hardened and brittle, and will break instead of flexing. there are several other wires in the harness that are showing bare wire but have not yet broken. this is what all the harness enables and will eventually fail: rear wiper motor license plate light rear gate latch switch rear gate lock actuator rear defogger back-up light rh rear defogger back-up light lh *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAINT PAUL, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10554733 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . rear wiper failure was first noticed followed by failure of the license plate light, the wiring harness in the rear lift gate has multiple broken wires where the door hinges. appears that the wiring insulation becomes hardened and brittle, and will break instead of flexing. there are several other wires in the harness that are showing bare wire but have not yet broken. this is what all the harness enables and will eventually fail: rear wiper motor license plate light rear gate latch switch rear gate lock actuator rear defogger back-up light rh rear defogger back-up light lh *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61CX56. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAINT PAUL, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 EngineSubaru Outback 2005 Engine Review #10554798 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE . driving on interstate freeway, in heavy traffic, with the cruise control set, when the vehicle suddenly lost all power and throttle response. the "check engine" light came on, and the "cruise" light started blinking. engine continued to run at high idle but speed and rpm were not maintained. i was lucky enough to cross 4 lanes of traffic and stop. turned off the engine, which was running at 2200 rpm. after a brief stop and investigation, i was able to restart the engine and drive normally to an auto parts store. i scanned the obd ii code (dtc code) and found p2138 - throttle position sensor. no injuries, but this is a potentially deadly issue. has recurred one time since. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 102075 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PROVO, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 72 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10554798 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . driving on interstate freeway, in heavy traffic, with the cruise control set, when the vehicle suddenly lost all power and throttle response. the "check engine" light came on, and the "cruise" light started blinking. engine continued to run at high idle but speed and rpm were not maintained. i was lucky enough to cross 4 lanes of traffic and stop. turned off the engine, which was running at 2200 rpm. after a brief stop and investigation, i was able to restart the engine and drive normally to an auto parts store. i scanned the obd ii code (dtc code) and found p2138 - throttle position sensor. no injuries, but this is a potentially deadly issue. has recurred one time since. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 102075 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PROVO, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 72 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10558109 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 09, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . my vehicle has started to leak fuel after cold starts in colder weather (below 50 degrees f). the odor inside the cabin is enough to give me a headache. once the car warms up it does dissipate. the dealer diagnosed it as fuel lines leaking under the intake manifold. with parts and labor the bill is almost $1000. after doing some "research" online it appears that this a more widespread issue with subaru's, it even resulted in a recall of some wrxs in some states... i can't believe that subaru is not issuing a tsb or recall on other similar vehicles. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in ELDERSBURG, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, GasolineSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10558622 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . i began to smell the odor of raw gasoline as the temperatures became consistently in the single to sub-zero range. i contacted subaru of america and set up an appointment with my subaru dealer for jan. 3rd. the dealer informed me that the fuel lines and clamps would need to be replaced at a cost of $500 (after an ~ $300 compensation). i rebutted and asked soa to pay for everything as this seems like a fundamental engineering/design flaw and it is also the 2nd time that i have had to make this repair (first time was when the car had ~40,000 to 50,000 miles on it)- had to replace the intake gaskets as well (per dealer). they have declined to compensate me further and claim the issue is age related. when i asked (soa) if this was a known issue for newer subarus, they said they did not know. i asked if they did not know or couldn't say and the responded "both". bottom-line: fuel leaks, of this nature due to poor design, should not be something consumers should have to worry about none-the-less pay for. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 116400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP68C656. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10564484 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while traveling in heavy flow rush hour multi-lane traffic at around 65 mph and at merging point of multi higher exchange with near zero shoulder or stopping lane, the car suddenly lost response from accelerator pedal. i manage to coast to a stop just between the triangle space separating two of the major highways varying two separate direction with very heavy traffic at high speed on both sides (nearly getting smashed several times before coming to the only possible yet dangerous place to stop). the car remain idling but very limp; afraid to venture to continue to the next exit because there would be no shoulder area to pull over, i called for help thinking the car had ran out of gas and was just running on fume. after enduring several minutes of near death moments of being crashed into by on-coming vehicles at high speed merging traffic coming from a curving road, i dangerously ventured to open doors into flowing traffic to fill the tank escaping death many times. the car started and was able to get off highway to fill tank. same limp pedal repeated again two days later coming off a two lane {two-way) bridge with absolutely no shoulder. i was able to coast to the end of the bridge to turn into a business parking without being plowed by the heavy traffic around. obd reading of the car indicate p2138 pointing to faulty fly-by-wire defect in the accelerator position sensor which is part of the accelerator assembly. i manage to escape death with this manufacturer defect. i just wonder how many crashes and deaths have resulted and will continue to result because of this very well reported issue with these subaru outbacks before the accelerator assembly units are recalled? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 114000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OVERLAND PARK, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10564484 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while traveling in heavy flow rush hour multi-lane traffic at around 65 mph and at merging point of multi higher exchange with near zero shoulder or stopping lane, the car suddenly lost response from accelerator pedal. i manage to coast to a stop just between the triangle space separating two of the major highways varying two separate direction with very heavy traffic at high speed on both sides (nearly getting smashed several times before coming to the only possible yet dangerous place to stop). the car remain idling but very limp; afraid to venture to continue to the next exit because there would be no shoulder area to pull over, i called for help thinking the car had ran out of gas and was just running on fume. after enduring several minutes of near death moments of being crashed into by on-coming vehicles at high speed merging traffic coming from a curving road, i dangerously ventured to open doors into flowing traffic to fill the tank escaping death many times. the car started and was able to get off highway to fill tank. same limp pedal repeated again two days later coming off a two lane {two-way) bridge with absolutely no shoulder. i was able to coast to the end of the bridge to turn into a business parking without being plowed by the heavy traffic around. obd reading of the car indicate p2138 pointing to faulty fly-by-wire defect in the accelerator position sensor which is part of the accelerator assembly. i manage to escape death with this manufacturer defect. i just wonder how many crashes and deaths have resulted and will continue to result because of this very well reported issue with these subaru outbacks before the accelerator assembly units are recalled? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 114000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OVERLAND PARK, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Electronic Stability Control Review #10564484 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . while traveling in heavy flow rush hour multi-lane traffic at around 65 mph and at merging point of multi higher exchange with near zero shoulder or stopping lane, the car suddenly lost response from accelerator pedal. i manage to coast to a stop just between the triangle space separating two of the major highways varying two separate direction with very heavy traffic at high speed on both sides (nearly getting smashed several times before coming to the only possible yet dangerous place to stop). the car remain idling but very limp; afraid to venture to continue to the next exit because there would be no shoulder area to pull over, i called for help thinking the car had ran out of gas and was just running on fume. after enduring several minutes of near death moments of being crashed into by on-coming vehicles at high speed merging traffic coming from a curving road, i dangerously ventured to open doors into flowing traffic to fill the tank escaping death many times. the car started and was able to get off highway to fill tank. same limp pedal repeated again two days later coming off a two lane {two-way) bridge with absolutely no shoulder. i was able to coast to the end of the bridge to turn into a business parking without being plowed by the heavy traffic around. obd reading of the car indicate p2138 pointing to faulty fly-by-wire defect in the accelerator position sensor which is part of the accelerator assembly. i manage to escape death with this manufacturer defect. i just wonder how many crashes and deaths have resulted and will continue to result because of this very well reported issue with these subaru outbacks before the accelerator assembly units are recalled? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 114000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C557. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in OVERLAND PARK, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10574154 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . low beams replace several time, replaced both recently and both went out at the same time in the dark on they way to work. lights in dashboard constantly flashing on and off, abs, battery, brake. speedometer jumping all over the place. been happening over a month or so. very upset can't figure out what it is. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GENEVA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10574154 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . low beams replace several time, replaced both recently and both went out at the same time in the dark on they way to work. lights in dashboard constantly flashing on and off, abs, battery, brake. speedometer jumping all over the place. been happening over a month or so. very upset can't figure out what it is. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GENEVA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10577029 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 12, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . first experienced what is now being called ghostwalking. rear of the vehicle wants to break loose at any speed above 25 mph. car has since been aligned and 4 new high end snow tires installed and is no better. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 113000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S3BG6856X7. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MANCHESTER, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Service BrakesSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes Review #10577234 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2013.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . on december 18, 2014 the day was clear; there had been no rain or snow that week. the pavement was dry. at the point of the issue i was in stop and go traffic, thus had used my brakes at an average of 12-18 times since i had left the house that morning. traffic was maybe moving at 20-25 miles an hour, stop and go. at one point i went to apply my brakes at a normal pressure and they started to pulse in the ⿿anti-lock fashion. the pulses were exceptionally long, between braking (pulsing), nothing like i had ever experience before with this car or any other vehicle. however i kept my foot applied to the brake and did not try to pulse it myself. before i was able to get the car stopped it hit the car in front of me. i had about 1 and + car lengths between us, again only rolling and absolutely could not get the car stopped. the collision was not hard enough to deploy the airbag on either cars. the 2012 ford escape in front had nearly no damage to the rear bumper, however due to the placement of the ford⿿s bumper to my grill, my repairs were $5,534.67. my fear is it happening again. due to the make of the car my insurance company can't access the electronic information on the day of the accident. thus they will not be part of my complaint that i have filed with subaru of america, filed 3/24/14. i done research on the subrau's abs system. i found that people have been disconecting their abs due to this issue. including finding youtube videos on how to do it. the issue is obvious if this is what people feel safer with than the subaru factory abs system. subaru's claim department has no interest in investigating it without my insurance being part of the claim, even thought i am a customer of their product that is defective. obviously this is not a customers claims department. who will handle my claim if the next incident i am severely injured or worse yet? *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 88261 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C954. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SAINT CHARLES, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10577238 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i was attempting to accelerate from a stop light and my outback acted as though i took my foot off the accelerator. the more i attempted to accelerate the less it responded. if the oncoming traffic hadn't noticed, they would have hit me. when i finally got it off the road and shut if off for awhile, it started but didn't run correctly. i called the subaru dealer and they hauled it 90 miles to their shop. the replaced the foot pedal sensor and it worked ok until the last 2 weeks and it is acting like it did 2 years ago. as i visit with other owners, they say they have the same issue but do not worry about it. i feel as though this is a safety feature that needs attention and a permanent fix for a solution before some one gets hurt do to the inability to accelerate and get out of harms way. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EDDYVILLE, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10577238 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2012.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . i was attempting to accelerate from a stop light and my outback acted as though i took my foot off the accelerator. the more i attempted to accelerate the less it responded. if the oncoming traffic hadn't noticed, they would have hit me. when i finally got it off the road and shut if off for awhile, it started but didn't run correctly. i called the subaru dealer and they hauled it 90 miles to their shop. the replaced the foot pedal sensor and it worked ok until the last 2 weeks and it is acting like it did 2 years ago. as i visit with other owners, they say they have the same issue but do not worry about it. i feel as though this is a safety feature that needs attention and a permanent fix for a solution before some one gets hurt do to the inability to accelerate and get out of harms way. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EDDYVILLE, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10610243 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 16, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . subaru outback 2005: the wire harness to the rear tailgate failed and shorted out the brake lights and reverse lights, creating a safety hazard while driving..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110812 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Service BrakesSubaru Outback 2005 Service Brakes Review #10610243 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 16, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . subaru outback 2005: the wire harness to the rear tailgate failed and shorted out the brake lights and reverse lights, creating a safety hazard while driving..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110812 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10610243 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 16, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . subaru outback 2005: the wire harness to the rear tailgate failed and shorted out the brake lights and reverse lights, creating a safety hazard while driving..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110812 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C957. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10615713 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . just after getting off i-43 near sheboygan on frontage road my car lost all power and no acceleration on gas pedal. check engine light came on and cruise control light was blinking. i had to shift to neutral and pull over to a shoulder. turned the car off for couple of minutes while i check under the hood. started the car just fine but check engine light was still on and cruise was blinking. subaru mechanic read error code p2138 throttle/pedal position sensor/switch ⿿d/e voltage rationality. they said it was caused by bad contacts on tps sensor by the gas pedal. he reset the code and it has not appeared again for almost a week. i am afraid of it going off again while my wife and kids are driving it on the highway. does someone need to die before subaru takes action on this..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10615713 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . just after getting off i-43 near sheboygan on frontage road my car lost all power and no acceleration on gas pedal. check engine light came on and cruise control light was blinking. i had to shift to neutral and pull over to a shoulder. turned the car off for couple of minutes while i check under the hood. started the car just fine but check engine light was still on and cruise was blinking. subaru mechanic read error code p2138 throttle/pedal position sensor/switch ⿿d/e voltage rationality. they said it was caused by bad contacts on tps sensor by the gas pedal. he reset the code and it has not appeared again for almost a week. i am afraid of it going off again while my wife and kids are driving it on the highway. does someone need to die before subaru takes action on this..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP62C057. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10630039 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . strong raw gasoline smell in and around engine, as well as throughout the cabin when outside temperature drops to below 60 degrees (f)..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10644113 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . wires passing through rear hatch to rear lift gate crack and break from opening and closing. rear lift gate lock not working, wire is broken in two. wires for rear lights are cracking and about to sever as well..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 152000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP85C554. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in MOUNT OLIVE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulatorSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulator Review #10649776 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. while driving approximately 35 mph, the battery warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized, which required excessive force. the failure recurred once. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the alternator bolt fractured. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C354. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PITTSBURGH, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SteeringSubaru Outback 2005 Steering Review #10649776 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. while driving approximately 35 mph, the battery warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized, which required excessive force. the failure recurred once. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the alternator bolt fractured. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C354. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in PITTSBURGH, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or OtherSubaru Outback 2005 Unknown Or Other Review #10655388 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . my subaru (and others '05-'09) have serious computer issues causing the car to stall out in the middle of traffic. i got the car special edition of consumer reports and the article below is no joke. subaru outback '05-'09 have gotten terrible reviews for the following: major engine issue and drive issues and more. the dealer and headquarters will not acknowledge that there may be a serious need for a recall. when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the car will stall out the next day in the middle of traffic. car ran but then stalled out in the middle of traffic. i was able to get it off the road eventually and take it to the dealership. the dealership did not want to acknowledge the issue and wanted to charge me $200 for diagnosis. i do not feel safe driving my car because i need to get a new battery ($225 at subaru which i can't afford and $119 at firestone), however, firestone does not have the memory stick subaru does and i run a very good chance of stalling out in traffic after the work is done at a non subaru dealership. neither the dealer nor headquarters will acknowledge this article that this safety issue has happened to others too. this is very unsafe for me and others on the road here is an article which describes exactly what happened to me. a recall needs to be involved and subaru must be waiting for a major accident to happen. i am not willing to put my life on the line anymore by driving this unsafe vehicle. this article provides exactly what is going on. http://www.computerworld.com/article/2467230/enterprise-applications/please-don-t-reboot-the-subaru.html subaru hq lost the email twice and i am very afraid to drive this car. austin subaru and subaru headquarters acted like they remedied the situation by cleaning a different part. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10655388 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . my subaru (and others '05-'09) have serious computer issues causing the car to stall out in the middle of traffic. i got the car special edition of consumer reports and the article below is no joke. subaru outback '05-'09 have gotten terrible reviews for the following: major engine issue and drive issues and more. the dealer and headquarters will not acknowledge that there may be a serious need for a recall. when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the car will stall out the next day in the middle of traffic. car ran but then stalled out in the middle of traffic. i was able to get it off the road eventually and take it to the dealership. the dealership did not want to acknowledge the issue and wanted to charge me $200 for diagnosis. i do not feel safe driving my car because i need to get a new battery ($225 at subaru which i can't afford and $119 at firestone), however, firestone does not have the memory stick subaru does and i run a very good chance of stalling out in traffic after the work is done at a non subaru dealership. neither the dealer nor headquarters will acknowledge this article that this safety issue has happened to others too. this is very unsafe for me and others on the road here is an article which describes exactly what happened to me. a recall needs to be involved and subaru must be waiting for a major accident to happen. i am not willing to put my life on the line anymore by driving this unsafe vehicle. this article provides exactly what is going on. http://www.computerworld.com/article/2467230/enterprise-applications/please-don-t-reboot-the-subaru.html subaru hq lost the email twice and i am very afraid to drive this car. austin subaru and subaru headquarters acted like they remedied the situation by cleaning a different part. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Power TrainSubaru Outback 2005 Power Train Review #10655388 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . my subaru (and others '05-'09) have serious computer issues causing the car to stall out in the middle of traffic. i got the car special edition of consumer reports and the article below is no joke. subaru outback '05-'09 have gotten terrible reviews for the following: major engine issue and drive issues and more. the dealer and headquarters will not acknowledge that there may be a serious need for a recall. when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the car will stall out the next day in the middle of traffic. car ran but then stalled out in the middle of traffic. i was able to get it off the road eventually and take it to the dealership. the dealership did not want to acknowledge the issue and wanted to charge me $200 for diagnosis. i do not feel safe driving my car because i need to get a new battery ($225 at subaru which i can't afford and $119 at firestone), however, firestone does not have the memory stick subaru does and i run a very good chance of stalling out in traffic after the work is done at a non subaru dealership. neither the dealer nor headquarters will acknowledge this article that this safety issue has happened to others too. this is very unsafe for me and others on the road here is an article which describes exactly what happened to me. a recall needs to be involved and subaru must be waiting for a major accident to happen. i am not willing to put my life on the line anymore by driving this unsafe vehicle. this article provides exactly what is going on. http://www.computerworld.com/article/2467230/enterprise-applications/please-don-t-reboot-the-subaru.html subaru hq lost the email twice and i am very afraid to drive this car. austin subaru and subaru headquarters acted like they remedied the situation by cleaning a different part. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Exterior LightingSubaru Outback 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10659373 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . my wife and i recently purchased a used 2005 subaru outback. the headlights on this vehicle are what i consider to be dangerously dim, barely lighting up the road. both the fog lamps and also the high beams work well, but the low beam light (which is produced from a different bulb than the high beam) is very inadequate. i have replaced the bulbs with higher intensity bulbs. this offered little if any increase in lighting. i have also had the electrical system checked to assure the proper voltage is being supplied. googleing this problem has told me i'm not alone. other subaru owners complain of the same issue. here's what i have researched and determined to be the problem. there is an inner reflective cavity in which the headlight bulb is housed. the reflection process within this housing magnifies the light produced by the bulb. this process is similar to that of a reflective prism inside a lighthouse. in the case of our subaru, the reflective material inside of the headlight bulb housing has either worn away or become clouded to the degree that the light produced by the bulbs no longer reflects adequately to produce a bright light. these headlights need to either be replaced or perhaps somehow removed from the vehicle, opened up and then repaired. in either case this would be very expensive to the degree in which most consumers would not be willing to incur the cost, thereby continuing to take their chances driving at night with unsatisfactory headlights. my questions: is this considered a safety issue? if so, is it the responsibility of the manufacturer to correct this problem? do i have to pay for any corrections? i'd be grateful for any help or suggestions you can offer to assist me with this issue. i feel this is a potentially dangerous problem, not just for myself, but other subaru owners. thank you for your time. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 160000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C257. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in EUGENE, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Subaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiperSubaru Outback 2005 Visibility/wiper Review #10659732 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . the rear windshield wiper stopped working due to a bad electrical connection that occurs where the hatchback opens up. the wires fray and break from normal usuage of the hatchback, causing loss of power to the rear windshield wiper, defogger and backup lights. i have experienced this problem and there a numerous blogs and videos on the internet showing this problem, this should be recall item for all 3rd generation subaru outbacks (2005-2009) .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GOLDEN, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical SystemSubaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10659732 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2010.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the rear windshield wiper stopped working due to a bad electrical connection that occurs where the hatchback opens up. the wires fray and break from normal usuage of the hatchback, causing loss of power to the rear windshield wiper, defogger and backup lights. i have experienced this problem and there a numerous blogs and videos on the internet showing this problem, this should be recall item for all 3rd generation subaru outbacks (2005-2009) .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67C756. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in GOLDEN, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Electrical System Review #10662542 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while driving on the highway at 65 mph, the car would not accelerate. the check engine light came on and the cruise control light flashed. once the car was turned off and restarted, the accelerator again engaged. this is an extremely dangerous (and common in subarus) malfunction. i was fortunate enough to be able to pull over on the side of the highway without incident. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C754. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEBASTOPOL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed ControlSubaru Outback 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10662542 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving on the highway at 65 mph, the car would not accelerate. the check engine light came on and the cruise control light flashed. once the car was turned off and restarted, the accelerator again engaged. this is an extremely dangerous (and common in subarus) malfunction. i was fortunate enough to be able to pull over on the side of the highway without incident. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP86C754. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SEBASTOPOL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 SuspensionSubaru Outback 2005 Suspension Review #10669361 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . car was purchased in september 2014. this was my first time driving this car in wet, snowy driving conditions. i had 5 passengers and twice we had the rear end of the car kind of break loose. it felt like it was swinging to the side. it scared me and the passengers in the car. i have not noticed it while driving alone. i originally suspected under inflated or poor tires, but when i checked the following day they were not bad. i went to a subaru website looking for tire recommendations and there are over 1,000 postings regarding "ghostwalking" on 2005-2009 subaru outbacks. i had never heard of this before but it appears to describe my conditions..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP67CX54. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SCITUATE, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Subaru Outback 2005 Air BagsSubaru Outback 2005 Air Bags Review #10671341 SUBARU OUTBACK 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2014.SUBARU OUTBACK 2005, manufactured by Subaru of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru outback. the contact stated that he had experienced a failure related the manufacturers takata air bag recall. the specifics of the failure experienced were not available. the contact stated that the vin was not included in the manufacturers takata air bag recall. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):4S4BP61C457. Subaru Outback 2005 problem was reported in SCARSDALE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. |
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