2000 Subaru Outback Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 3%of 207 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 114,700miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2000 Subaru Outback, 3% of the 207 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 114,700 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Rear sub frame rotted out in multiple places and broke loose while I was driving. There was a recall in 2003. The car was never repaired before I purchased it a few years ago. I had the car towed to doyle Subaru in webster ny. They offered to cover the expense of the part but I would have to pay them $800.00 to cover the repair labor! They have had my car for 8 weeks now and I'm disable and on ssd without much income. I could have died when the car broke loose on the expressway while I was going 55 MPH. I'm without a loner car and can't make my medical appointments. …”
NHTSA complaint #11061950, filed 2018-01, 105,000 miles“While driving at low speed on a town street the check engine light came on, followed by the odor of gas fumes. Subsequent inspection by experienced Subaru mechanics revealed a simultaneous failure of the A/C compressor, catalytic converter, a headlight bulb and finally, a damaged fuel line that was spraying a mist of gasoline over the entire engine compartment. The mechanics had never seen a situation like this before, and had no explanation for how these components could have failed at the same time. The fuel line and bulb were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10863233, filed 2016-05, 124,400 miles“The car seat is manufacturered by britax. It is a roundabout model. I have a 22 month old toddler who weighs 27 lbs and is about 32 inches tall. He can easily open the crotch latch. Britax makes and I bought a latch cover. He can also easily open the latch cover. The seat has a design defect if it can be easily opened by a young toddler. Dt”
NHTSA complaint #769051, filed 2002-10“Harness material on car seat is too soft to retain flat configuration; rolls up into rope-shape inside shoulder pads, bunches and binds in harness hardware. Seeking a way to get initiate a replacement by manufacturer. Did contact mfgr., cosco, who said straps are soft material intentionally for kids' comfort. I don't buy it; seatbelt material in cars is soft, but does not collapse laterally. If car seatbelts folded, bunched and rolled this way, they would be recalled immediately, I suspect. Thanks very much for your attention, and please let me know how I can help.”
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Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 33% |
| 2025 | 18 | 22% |
| 2024 | 29 | 28% |
| 2023 | 16 | 18% |
| 2022 | 87 | 19% |
| 2021 | 66 | 22% |
| 2020 | 153 | 17% |
| 2019 | 205 | 20% |
| 2018 | 163 | 20% |
| 2017 | 178 | 19% |
| 2016 | 124 | 19% |
| 2015 | 109 | 21% |
| 2014 | 22 | 11% |
| 2013 | 25 | 8% |
| 2012 | 24 | 8% |
| 2011 | 39 | 6% |
| 2010 | 19 | 5% |
| 2009 | 6 | 6% |
| 2008 | 10 | 4% |
| 2007 | 6 | 5% |
| 2006 | 13 | 5% |
| 2005 | 13 | 5% |
| 2004 | 3 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 4 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 3% |
| 1999 | 6 | 5% |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2000 Subaru Outback
42 complaintsEngine cooling
35 complaintsTires
30 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Subaru Outback
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology