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2019 Subaru Outback recalls and problems

3 recalls and 1,036 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Subaru Outback.

3
recalls
1,036
owner complaints
24
complaints mentioning a crash
2
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Subaru Outback recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 21V587000 · reported July 29, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 175,968 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
The risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 20V218000 · reported April 16, 2020 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 188,207 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
The risk
If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 19V493000 · reported June 26, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 2,107 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 10, 2026 · Power train

Subaru Outback 2019 - Transmission CVT and Clutch failed at 6 years 103,000 miles. Transmission Slipped while driving (safety issues) and also clutch lurched/jumped (safety issue) when shifting eg reverse to drive. Common issue for 2010-2018 in manufacturers TSB. My car is 2019, and this was not included per dealer…

Oct 1, 2026 · Electrical system · 156,000 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The battery was replaced, but the failure persisted the following day. The contact associated the failure with the Data Communication Module. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by email. The failure mileage was…

Sep 24, 2026 · Steering

Subaru has a tsb for a steering rack pinion rattle noise problem front end rattle, Subaru refused to repair it

Sep 2, 2026 · Electrical system

The Starlink infotainment touchscreen in my 2019 Subaru Outback Touring has progressively failed. Visible bubbles have formed under the glass, consistent with screen delamination. The screen registers phantom inputs on its own without being touched ("ghost touch"), changing settings, and interrupting functions while…

Aug 12, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system · crash reported

My complaint/safety issue is that while I was in my 2019 Subaru Outback, I experienced Unintentional acceleration. While waiting for the large chain-link fence at my storage unit to open, the Outback raced into the gate! I had one foot on the brake waiting for the gate, then I stomped the pedal with both feet, and I…

Outback model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 4643223
2017 4919323
2018 3816274
2019 31,036242
2020 6901197
2021 429892
2022 4465104

Across all years, the 2019 Outback has the most complaints (1,036). All Subaru Outback years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 Subaru Outback, the most recent reported on July 29, 2021 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Outback?
Owners have filed 1,036 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (364 complaints), followed by visibility/wiper (326).
How many 2019 Subaru Outback complaints mention a crash or fire?
24 of 1,036 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 18 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 10, 2026.