The vehicle dossier US · 2000
2000 Subaru
OUTBACKProblems & recalls
207 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 70 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 207 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 15 years with reports.
68,317 miles is the median among 104 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 47,000–104,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
2 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 13E065000
Reported concern
Airtex Products LP (Airtex) is recalling certain model E8598M, E8518M, E8600M, E8596M, and E8597M fuel pumps manufactured July 26, 2013, and July 29, 2013 and used as aftermarket replacements on Subaru Baja's, Outback's and Legacy's. The affected fuel pumps were sold or installed into the aftermarket applications on or after July 26, 2013, and may may leak fuel from the base of a fuel line connection when the gas tank is full.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Recall is expected to begin on January 2, 2014. Customers may contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056. The recall is expected to begin during January 2014. This recall is being conducted by Airtex, not by Subaru.
Read campaign 13E065000 at NHTSASUSPENSION:REARCampaign 03V153000
Reported concern
THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME COMPONENTS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE ROAD SALTS FOR A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS, COULD RESULT IN RUST-OUT OF THE COMPONENT AND POSSIBLE BREAKAGE OF THE SUBFRAME.
Manufacturer’s stated response
DEALERS WILL CLEAN AND RUST-PROOF THE REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.
Manufacturer campaign: WWM-96
Read campaign 03V153000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
76 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
SubaruNet AnnouncementThis annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update…NHTSA ID 11010925
This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11010925 at NHTSA15-130-08RThis bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retaile…NHTSA ID 11009701
This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11009701 at NHTSA01-167-08RThis bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.NHTSA ID 11009685
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11009685 at NHTSA15-298-22RThis Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recov…NHTSA ID 11008283
This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008283 at NHTSA01-167-08RThis bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.NHTSA ID 11008282
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008282 at NHTSA02-192-24This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.NHTSA ID 11008281
This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008281 at NHTSA07-178-21RThis Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.NHTSA ID 11008280
This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008280 at NHTSA15-320-24This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.NHTSA ID 11008279
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008279 at NHTSASubaruNet AnnouncementThe CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.NHTSA ID 11008276
The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008276 at NHTSA02-191-22RThis bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.NHTSA ID 11008267
This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008267 at NHTSA03-94-24This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.NHTSA ID 11008259
This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
Components: SUSPENSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11008259 at NHTSA15-308-23RThis Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.NHTSA ID 11006932
This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11006932 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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