2015 Subaru Outback Seats Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 510 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 37,300miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the seats of the 2015 Subaru Outback, 1% of the 510 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 37,300 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.
“Substantial rust has developed at the attach point of the driver's seat-belt to the driver's seat and of the attach-point of the driver's seat to the car. We're the original owner and the car was never flooded or exposed to water in any other way. I took it to the dealer two weeks ago and they didn't know what to make of it or do about it. They reached out to Subaru and (as of 4/24) the dealer hasn't received a response. The passenger side doesn't have this problem, but the design is entirely different -- no exposed metal. …”
NHTSA complaint #11203440, filed 2019-04, 37,300 miles“Automatic front seats. When wife opens the passenger door first (before the driver) the driver seat adjusts to her set position. An d if I don't pay attention the driver seat will push/crush me into the steering wheel. I have a bad back and drop foot, so I don't have the strength of a younger person. My only salvation is to squeeze out or hit the position button on the door panel. Also, the presets go out all the time. I have asked if they could disable the passenger side door sensor. Nothing. Rear gate opening: it has happened so many times. …”
NHTSA complaint #11298330, filed 2020-01, 85,000 miles“I have a new 2015 Subaru Outback limited. Within a month of purchase, it started giving me lower back pain. Several owners of new 2015 Outback including professional reviewers are also reporting back pain and injuries because of over extending lumbar support - some examples attached below. When contacted Subaru, I was advised that nothing can be done to reduce the lumbar support. Dealer also advised me that nothing can be done from their side. It would be greatly appreciated if this can be investigated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10700936, filed 2015-03, 1,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10202842Oct 27, 2021This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns of a âsqueakingâ -type sound from the front seat(s).
- 10201027Aug 4, 2021This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
- 10199949Jul 16, 2021This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking or popping -type sound heard coming from the driverâs seat.
- 10186399Jan 26, 2021This bulletin announces a design change made to the front seat hinge bolts.
- 10186363Jan 12, 2021This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
- 10185082Dec 15, 2020This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
Seats: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 10% |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 2 | 2% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 1 | 0% |
| 2021 | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 | 4 | 0% |
| 2019 | 5 | 0% |
| 2018 | 8 | 1% |
| 2017 | 2 | 0% |
| 2016 | 1 | 0% |
| 2015 | 4 | 1% |
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 9 | 3% |
| 2012 | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 | 6 | 2% |
| 2008 | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 Subaru Outback
143 complaintsElectrical system
127 complaintsOther or unknown
109 complaintsEngine
47 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsBody and structure
33 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
26 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsAir bags
14 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsWheels
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 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.
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