Subaru Outback 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Outback 2025 and 82 complaints filed by owners. It has 84% fewer complaints than the average Subaru Outback from 2016–2025 (524 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Subaru Outback 2025? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Subaru Outback 2025
NHTSA has no vehicle recalls on file for this model and year.
Complaints from other owners
82 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
5 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 1 injuries
Most reported problems on the Subaru Outback 2025
- Forward collision avoidance: 20 (24% of complaints)
- Lane departure assist: 14 (17% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 12 (15% of complaints)
- Steering: 6 (7% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 5 (6% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Subaru Outback 2025
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Test lane assist on the highway.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Outback SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Subaru Outback recalls by year
- 2016 : 4 recalls · 642 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 918 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 813 complaints
- 2019 : 3 recalls · 1,035 complaints
- 2020 : 6 recalls · 899 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 296 complaints
- 2022 : 4 recalls · 465 complaints
- 2023 : 2 recalls · 89 complaints
- 2024 : 0 recalls · 2 complaints
- 2025 : 0 recalls · 82 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Subaru Outback 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Outback 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Subaru Outback 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (20 of 82 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).