| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 006082593 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on normal road conditions, the passenger front tire exploded. the aaa provided assistance and replaced |
| 004061561 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Noticed oil leaking from engine. had to have front crank seal replaced. also needed to get timing belt replaced as oil leaked into timing belt cover |
| 006060820 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | BLOWN HEAD GASKET 1997 SUBARU OUTBACK LEGACY. *JB |
| 006057724 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 1997 subaru outback 2.5 dohc engine 1) car was suddenly leaking anti-freeze, brought it in to shop asap 2) head gasket busted, ruined the engine 3 |
| 006055007 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Outback 1997: 108,000. car overheated suddenly on a short trip. replaced thermostat and flushed/filled radiator at local firestone. two days later |
| 005049272 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Head gasket failure. purchased in 2/07 (est. date) began to fail at least in 1/05 (1x). then weekly in 7/05. but may have been signs of problem as |
| 005025903 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE RESULTING IN A ROLL-OVER ACCIDENT TOTALING THE VEHICLE |
| 005020540 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | In 2001 i had to have my transmission replaced because the engine would not hold the car back when going down hills. i was going down a steep mountain |
| 005006248 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | This is the standard subaru 2.5l head gasket failure problem. i add this to the database to increase the pressure on subaru of america to address |
| 004005680 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 1997 subaru outback blown head gasket. *bf the vehicle lost internal heat and the engine temperature read hot. the consumer pulled over and |
| 004315460 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving vehicle started to overheat. the thermostat was replaced, and the vehicle continued to overheat. the vehicle was towed to the dealer |
| 004311074 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The hood flew open while driving 65 mph, the hood cracked the front windshield, dented the hood and bent the hinges. the consumer believed the problem |
| 004299254 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Problems with brake equipment on 1997 subaru outback. *mr the brakes failed to stop, resulting in the consumer rear ended the vehicle in front. |
| 004285158 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | I have a '1997 legacy outback subaru. i have had the vehicle for 3 years. today, june 21, i stopped on my way to bar harbor, maine for a cup of coffee |
| 004282739 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | After alternator replaced, noticed the following sequences of electrical outages: rear power outlet, seat heater switches, radio dial illumination |
| 004270163 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The now infamous "blown head gasket" in phase i 2.5l engines is the focus of my complaint. subaru of america has at least recognized the phaseii 2. |
| 004263191 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Spark plug popped out of head while driving, engine died. spark plug unable to be reinserted resulting in a head replacement. very expensive! only |
| 0000259617 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The engine seals of the main cam shaft failed and caused the engine to leak oil. the dealer replaced the seals and the timing belt. please provide |
| 004255901 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Power brakes fail to function immediately and shortly after (within about 5 minutes) after cold start in temperatures below 10 degrees f. brake pedal |
| 003239597 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | A THICK FILM COVERED THE HEADLIGHTS CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS TO BECOME DIM. *AK |
| 0000234518 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Vehicle fuel fill tube rotted resulting in a fuel leak. *mr there was a puddle of gas in the garage. the consumer was told that if the tank was |
| 0000234517 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Vehicle fuel fill tube rotted resulting in a fuel leak. *mr there was a puddle of gas in the garage. the consumer was told that if the tank was |
| 001193565 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 2.5 liter engine block cracked, causing repeated instances of overheating requiring stopping in dangerous traffic situations and eventual replacement |
| 001193564 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 2.5 liter engine block cracked, causing repeated instances of overheating requiring stopping in dangerous traffic situations and eventual replacement |
| 002180750 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH WATER PUMP FAILED ,ALLOWING TIMING CHAIN TO SLIP OFF, AND BENDING VALVES TO ENGINE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK |
| 002165938 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer noticed spots on the driveway. vehicle was taken to dealer who determined that o rings were leaking and had to be replaced, also the front |
| 999117781 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer was traveling about 50mph on the highway and vehicle started to veer to the left and right, going into oncoming traffic. then, vehicle |
| 0000113539 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving at any speed consumer noticed speedometer was not working correctly, was unable to determine the actual speed of traveling. also, |
| 001101015 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | OVERHEATING CAUSED BY DEFECTIVE BLOCK WHICH CRACKED REQUIRED REPEATED IMMEDIATE PULLOVERS ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY TO PREVENT SEVERE OVERHEATING. MR |
| 002098634 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Crank/cam/oil pan silicone seals faileds early in vehicle life. also, alternator belt fell off, main pulley broke, center of pulley badly worn, and |
| 997064599 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Our 1997 subaru shares the common problem documented at http://forums.vmag.com/suvsubaru0200/messages/5096.html : namely, as with other subaru |
| 000042891 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Local subaru dealer has sold these parts several times recently. it appears to be a known problem. when this fails the pully system of the engine |
| 999153582 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving at 50 mph on wet pavement vehicle hydro planed. driver applied the brakes, and vehicle slid off the road and ran into brick wall. *ak |
| 0000152952 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving vehicle suddenly accelerates out of control which could cause a crash. the braking system does not work properly while vehicle is |
| 0000152951 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving vehicle suddenly accelerates out of control which could cause a crash. the braking system does not work properly while vehicle is |
| 0000152950 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving vehicle suddenly accelerates out of control which could cause a crash. the braking system does not work properly while vehicle is |
| 997152859 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Windshield wipers would accumulate some kind of film on them when it starts to rain. this only happens on the outside of the vehicle. this causes |
| 0000142007 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When cruise control is set vehicle accelerates over the set speed. brakes have to be applied so cruise can be disengaged. dealer cant duplicate |
| 998134096 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The location of the cup holder right above of radio, caused liquids to seep into the stereo system. the radio began to malfunction and smoke started |
| 998126058 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Coffee cup holder placement is above the radio, and by it being directly over the radio, spillls or fluids coming directly into the radio, causes the |
| 998126057 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Coffee cup holder placement is above the radio, and by it being directly over the radio, spillls or fluids coming directly into the radio, causes the |
| 0000122893 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Driving at approximately 30 mph in freezing weather or 32 degrees below vehicle will stall out ,consumer must wait at least 10 minutes before |
| 997121598 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving the vehicle there are various electrical malfunctions, resulting in the windshield wiper becoming inoperative, also heater. consumer |
| 0000120511 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer has taken vehicle to dealers on four occasions due to erratic idling. when at stop sign the vehicle will begin to idle and creep forward |
| 997072048 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | STRESS CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. |
| 0000061975 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP THE ENGINE DOES NOT DOWNSHIFT CAUSING HIGH IDLE. MJS |
| 997049796 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED RESULTING IN POOR VISIBILITY. |
| 0000048382 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | I have previously owned a 1993 subaru legacy wagon and it was a rewarding experience, with little trouble. perhaps, my ruby red subaru should be |
| 003229697 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | CONSUMER STATES THAT LATCHES, LOCKS AND HINGES ARE RUSTED. DEALER STATED NOTHING WE COULD DO. VEHICLE'S WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK |
| 003208788 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving down route. 495 at 65 mph during the 6:30-6:45 a.m. rush hour, (primarily large trucks barreling down the highway), the hood of my car |
| 003201614 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE.*JB |
| 001194030 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 2.5 liter engine block cracked, causing repeated instances of overheating requiring stopping in dangerous traffic situations and eventual replacement |
| 001194029 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | 2.5 liter engine block cracked, causing repeated instances of overheating requiring stopping in dangerous traffic situations and eventual replacement |
| 002188625 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | CONSUMER STATES ALL 4 ALLOY RIMS ARE CORRODING EXCESSIVELY RESULTING IN LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. TS |
| 002180749 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH WATER PUMP FAILED ,ALLOWING TIMING CHAIN TO SLIP OFF, AND BENDING VALVES TO ENGINE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK |
| 0000169516 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving at 50 mph was involved in an accident, and air bags did not deploy. manufacturer has been notified, and replied malfunction was not |
| 0000169506 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving at 50 mph was involved in an accident, and air bags did not deploy. manufacturer has been notified, and replied malfunction was not |
| 002165948 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer noticed spots on the driveway. vehicle was taken to dealer who determined that o rings were leaking and had to be replaced, also the front |
| 001160298 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Engine will stall intermittently during normal operation of vehicle while traveling at any speed. dealership has examined vehicle and replaced |
| 001160292 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Engine will stall intermittently during normal operation of vehicle while traveling at any speed. dealership has examined vehicle and replaced |
| 001160291 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Engine will stall intermittently during normal operation of vehicle while traveling at any speed. dealership has examined vehicle and replaced |
| 001158911 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Recall 01 v 216 000/front coil spring: unable to get dealer; hassett dealership; wantah, ny; phone# 516/785-7800 to honor recall due to no parts |
| 001158904 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Recall 01 v 216 000/front coil spring: unable to get dealer; hassett dealership; wantah, ny; phone# 516/785-7800 to honor recall due to no parts |
| 0000156683 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | PIN HOLES INSIDE WHEEL ON FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE; TIRES WOULD GO FLAT OVERNIGHT WHEN PUT ON RIM. HAD NOT CONTACTED DEALER, BUT REPLACED RIM.*AK |
| 001155853 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | There is an air leak at weld on front right aluminum wheel. tire continually has low air pressure. sears tire center diagnosed the problem. |
| 001155846 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | There is an air leak at weld on front right aluminum wheel. tire continually has low air pressure. sears tire center diagnosed the problem. |
| 0000141008 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving rear tailgate come unlatched. tailgate did not stay fully latched. also, note tailgate has not come fully opened. consumer has yet to |
| 0000141001 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving rear tailgate come unlatched. tailgate did not stay fully latched. also, note tailgate has not come fully opened. consumer has yet to |
| 0000134546 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While at a stop the vehicle surges forward two or three feet before driver can stop the vehicle. owner has been experiencing this problem from day one |
| 999117788 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer was traveling about 50mph on the highway and vehicle started to veer to the left and right, going into oncoming traffic. then, vehicle |
| 0000113546 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving at any speed consumer noticed speedometer was not working correctly, was unable to determine the actual speed of traveling. also, |
| 001105868 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer states that engine block and head are cracked with no signs of overheating, subaru mechanic could not find no mechanical reason why this |
| 001105860 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer states that engine block and head are cracked with no signs of overheating, subaru mechanic could not find no mechanical reason why this |
| 001105861 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Consumer states that engine block and head are cracked with no signs of overheating, subaru mechanic could not find no mechanical reason why this |
| 001101022 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | OVERHEATING CAUSED BY DEFECTIVE BLOCK WHICH CRACKED REQUIRED REPEATED IMMEDIATE PULLOVERS ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY TO PREVENT SEVERE OVERHEATING. MR |
| 002098640 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Crank/cam/oil pan silicone seals faileds early in vehicle life. also, alternator belt fell off, main pulley broke, center of pulley badly worn, and |
| 002098635 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Crank/cam/oil pan silicone seals faileds early in vehicle life. also, alternator belt fell off, main pulley broke, center of pulley badly worn, and |
| 002098633 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Crank/cam/oil pan silicone seals faileds early in vehicle life. also, alternator belt fell off, main pulley broke, center of pulley badly worn, and |
| 0000072585 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | CONSUMER UNABLE TO NAVE AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH INSTALLED. NLM |
| 997064605 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Our 1997 subaru shares the common problem documented at http://forums.vmag.com/suvsubaru0200/messages/5096.html : namely, as with other subaru |
| 000051113 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Background: my 1997 subaru outback developed a problem that involved a failed piece of equipment and collateral damage from this failure. i took my |
| 000042897 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Local subaru dealer has sold these parts several times recently. it appears to be a known problem. when this fails the pully system of the engine |
| 0000156676 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | PIN HOLES INSIDE WHEEL ON FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE; TIRES WOULD GO FLAT OVERNIGHT WHEN PUT ON RIM. HAD NOT CONTACTED DEALER, BUT REPLACED RIM.*AK |
| 999153602 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving at 50 mph on wet pavement vehicle hydro planed. driver applied the brakes, and vehicle slid off the road and ran into brick wall. *ak |
| 999147533 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The braking system malfunctioned, causing brake pedal to feel "mushy," and had extended stopping distance, which could cause a crash. currently at |
| 0000142026 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When cruise control is set vehicle accelerates over the set speed. brakes have to be applied so cruise can be disengaged. dealer cant duplicate |
| 998136121 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Windshield wiper switch and radio will stop working, and then in an hour they will work again. fuses were checked and no problem. dealer contacted |
| 998136104 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | Windshield wiper switch and radio will stop working, and then in an hour they will work again. fuses were checked and no problem. dealer contacted |
| 0000134563 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While at a stop the vehicle surges forward two or three feet before driver can stop the vehicle. owner has been experiencing this problem from day one |
| 998134112 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The location of the cup holder right above of radio, caused liquids to seep into the stereo system. the radio began to malfunction and smoke started |
| 998134095 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The location of the cup holder right above of radio, caused liquids to seep into the stereo system. the radio began to malfunction and smoke started |
| 998125340 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | While driving about 40 mph, the driver's hand accidently hit the button on the gear shift which caused vehicle to slow down. driver pulled over to |
| 997121707 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | On a dry pavement, while driving 60 mph, went to slow down by applying the brakes, and the vehicle spinned out and almost caused a serious accident. |
| 0000121703 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE SINCE COLLISION. *AK |
| 997121691 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | On a dry pavement, while driving 60 mph, went to slow down by applying the brakes, and the vehicle spinned out and almost caused a serious accident. |
| 997121615 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving the vehicle there are various electrical malfunctions, resulting in the windshield wiper becoming inoperative, also heater. consumer |
| 997121614 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving the vehicle there are various electrical malfunctions, resulting in the windshield wiper becoming inoperative, also heater. consumer |
| 997121599 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving the vehicle there are various electrical malfunctions, resulting in the windshield wiper becoming inoperative, also heater. consumer |
| 997117481 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | THE VEHICLE'S WINDOWS STREAK UP WHEN IT RAINS AT NIGHT, MAKING IT HARD TO SEE OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 997117465 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | THE VEHICLE'S WINDOWS STREAK UP WHEN IT RAINS AT NIGHT, MAKING IT HARD TO SEE OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 0000113538 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | When driving at any speed consumer noticed speedometer was not working correctly, was unable to determine the actual speed of traveling. also, |
| 0000098094 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | The dealer stated that some of those vehicles have driveshafts that are not properly balanced which causes the vehicle to vibrate at 65 mph and up, |
| 0000074646 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH FOR RR WINDOW. |
| 0000074638 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH FOR RR WINDOW. |
| 0000072593 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | CONSUMER UNABLE TO NAVE AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH INSTALLED. NLM |
| 997072056 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | STRESS CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. |
| 997049804 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED RESULTING IN POOR VISIBILITY. |
| 0000044019 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY JUMPS OUT OF GEAR. |
| 0000029071 | SUBARU | OUTBACK | 1997 | VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE WHILE STANDING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. |
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