2002 Subaru Outback Suspension Problems

“The contact owns a 2002 Subaru Outback. While the vehicle was being serviced for routine maintenance, the independent mechanic discovered that the rear suspension subframe had fractured due to severe rusting. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. Update 01/13/16 ma; updated 4/17/18 the consumer stated traded vehicle due to the fact not knowing what to do about fixing it.”

“The contact owns a 2002 Subaru Outback. While the vehicle was being serviced, the independent mechanic observed that the entire frame was severely corroded and holes were forming. The vehicle needed a new cross member. The vehicle was not repaired. Also, when the vehicle was shifted into the park position while on an incline, it began to roll away without warning. The failure recurred two times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. …”

“The contact owns a 2002 Subaru Outback sport. While having the vehicle examined, the contact was informed that the sub frame had begun to rust and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not serviced. The current and failure mileages were 152,000. Updated 05/09/12”

“The contact owns a 2002 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that corrosion was on the rear sub frame. The mechanic advised the contact of a recall related to the failure under NHTSA campaign id number:03v153000(suspension:rear). The failure was also confirmed by an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was contacted but it was not confirmed if the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 148,731.”