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2013 Subaru Outback

The 2013 Subaru Outback has 409 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (17%) concerns engine. Next are drivetrain & axles (15%) and air bags (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
409 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 17% of complaints
Recalls
12
Fuel economy
20 to 26 MPG combined
Safety rating
5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 2013 Subaru Outback has 409 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (17%) concerns engine. Next are drivetrain & axles (15%) and air bags (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2013 Subaru Outback

Recalls

The 2013 Subaru Outback is affected by 12 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 12 recall campaigns for the 2013 Subaru Outback

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2013 Subaru Outback. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 26 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 30 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Safety rating

In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2013 Subaru Outback earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Frontal, side and rollover ratings

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