2026 Subaru Outback recalls and problems
No recalls and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Subaru Outback.
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2026 Subaru Outback recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
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.
I experienced a serious loss of vehicle stability while driving a redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback provided as a loaner by Subaru of Port Richey, Florida. I was traveling approximately 70 mph on the highway in windy conditions. The pavement was completely dry. While making a necessary evasive lane change to avoid a road…
I am requesting that NHTSA investigate the potential safety implications of Subaru of America’s decision to disable connected safety services for […] residents. My 2026 Subaru Outback, purchased outside […], where its connected services were available and functional. After relocating to […] as part of a military…
The blue EyeSight Assist Monitor indicator lights on my 2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT do not illuminate as described in the owner’s manual. According to the 2026 Subaru Outback EyeSight Owner’s Manual (page 251), the EyeSight Assist Monitor LEDs should illuminate in the sequence Blue → Yellow → Red → Green during the…
The read passenger tire Dunlop 255/60R18 100H exploded while driving at approx. 30miles/hour. The tire did not have any punctures and did not hit any board walk. No previous warning whatsoever. A portion of the tire side broke apart, resulting in a kind of rubber tongue. The vehicle is new Subaru Outback with approx…
Brand new 2026 Outback experienced a "Sudden Unintended Acceleration / Brake Ineffectiveness. This occurred 3 times this week after the car had been driven over 90 miles or over 90 minutes. Engine and components were warmed up. Car was initially reported to dealer 10/6, car was examined by dealer and returned to me…
Outback model years compared
Across all years, the 2019 Outback has the most complaints (1,036). All Subaru Outback years →
Questions
- Does the 2026 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Subaru Outback as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Subaru Outback?
- Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).
- How many 2026 Subaru Outback complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 1 of 21 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 4 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 23, 2026.