Does the 2023 Subaru Outback have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Subaru Outback, the most recent reported on November 9, 2023 (Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru Outback?

Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (22 complaints), followed by electrical system (17).

How many 2023 Subaru Outback complaints mention a crash or fire?

8 of 89 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 Subaru Outback recalls and problems

2 recalls and 89 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Subaru Outback.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2023 Subaru Outback recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch

NHTSA campaign 23V755000 · reported November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 95,830 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
The risk: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 23V647000 · reported September 21, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 4,311 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
The risk: Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.

Most reported problems

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

Forward collision avoidance22
Electrical system17
Visibility/wiper16
Unknown or other15
Service brakes7
Exterior lighting6
Power train5
Latches/locks/linkages3
Vehicle speed control3
Visibility3

What owners report

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

Sep 2, 2026 · Lane departure
While driving on the highway I had my cruise control on with my driving assist turned on. My car tried to veer to the left, hard, almost into the guardrail. It had happened before but not as severe as this time. Going highway speed, I was lucky enough no one was next to me. Someone could have got seriously injured!

Aug 20, 2026 · Service brakes
Driving at speeds around 40 and when braking to turn, the brakes jerk and feel like they are not engaging properly. It has happened to a different driver, twice both times on a 90 degree day, a few minutes after the vehicle had been started and the air conditioner was running on high. After this happened we Googled…

Aug 3, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
Phantom Braking of Pre-Collision Braking 2023 Subaru Outback Turbo Wednesday, July 29, 2026. 9:30 am, sunny day Driving south on local city street. Brakes slammed on, car stopped, flashing yellow lights on left Combination Meter stating that Pre-Collision Braking was activated. There was no vehicle/obstacle/animal in…

Jul 30, 2026 · Tires
The original equipment Yokohama Avid GT tires experienced rapid, catastrophic structural degradation (extreme inner-edge wear and chunking of the exterior edge over ~7,000 mi.). I have photos of the tires, and Carr Subaru (Beaverton, OR) has one of the tires available for inspection. I am the original owner of this…

Jul 8, 2026 · Electrical system
The Advanced Driver Assistance System (EyeSight/Automatic Emergency Braking), the Service Brakes, and the Central Electrical System malfunctioned. The vehicle is currently held at an authorized dealership and is available for inspection.On Monday, June 22, 2026, at approximately 4:47 PM, while traveling at highway…

Outback model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2020	6	901	19	7
2021	4	298	9	2
2022	4	465	10	4
2023	2	89	8	1
2024	0	104	5	2
2025	0	83	5	2
2026	0	21	1	0

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

Questions

Does the 2023 Subaru Outback have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Subaru Outback, the most recent reported on November 9, 2023 (Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru Outback?: Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (22 complaints), followed by electrical system (17).
How many 2023 Subaru Outback complaints mention a crash or fire?: 8 of 89 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 2, 2026.