2006
Subaru
Outback
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175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
175 hp
Horsepower
169 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.6 - 10.3 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,120 mm
Front Legroom
861 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft8.8"
4.8m
Width
5 ft9.7"
1.77m
Height
5 ft2.2"
1.58m
Wheelbase
8 ft9.1"
2.67m
Gallery
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Colors
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Satin White Pearl
#E7E7E7
Champagne Gold Opal
#CECBBD
Atlantic Blue Pearl
#295573
Brilliant Silver Metallic/Granite Gray Opal
#A5A6A5
Willow Green Opal/Moss Green Metallic
#9C9E8C
Obsidian Black Pearl
#000000
Diamond Gray Metallic
#AEAEAE
Seacrest Green Metallic
#869596
Garnet Red Pearl
#940C39
Brilliant Silver Metallic
#A5A6A5
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
280 complaints reported to NHTSA
280
Total Reports
7
Crashes
3
Injuries
3
Fires
Most Common Issues
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
98
ENGINE
44
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
42
AIR BAGS
41
SUSPENSION
37
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
29
Recent Reports
ODI #11670391
Jun 30, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
I was driving home when my brake pedal went all the way to the floor. Next, I realized I could not stop the vehicle. I was able to pull over and stop. A puddle was pooling under my vehicle by the rear passenger tire. I received no lights or illumination or warning.
Incident: May 29, 2025VIN: 4S4BP61C067***
ODI #11646332
Mar 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
My brake warning light came on as I was driving down a steep decline on a narrow road. When I found a safe place to pull over I found I had very little brakes. It was found that once a plastic shield was removed from the rear of the car that the plastic shield was full of mud and water and had corroded the brake lines causing the brake fluid to drain out of the system. It appears there was a recall for this but only in salt belt states. I have only owned the car for a year and it does not show any outstanding recalls.
Incident: Feb 22, 2025VIN: 4S4BP61C167***
ODI #11583783
Apr 18, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Was driving approximately 35mph missed my turn went to hit brakes and brakes pedal went straight to the floor.started pumping the brakes to stop the car and had to use emergency brake to stop completely. After getting car home inspected rear brakes and both rear brakes lines are rust covered at connections.The passenger rear brake line had burst where 2 pieces of the line connect before going up and over gas tank.
Incident: Apr 11, 2024VIN: 4S4BP62C367***
ODI #11544649
Sep 15, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
All the brake lines rusted through where they were unprotected and inserted into body clips resulting in a complete loss of brake fluid and the inability to stop the vehicle.
Incident: Sep 15, 2023VIN: 4S4BP61C466***
ODI #11495831
Dec 2, 2022
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2006 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V311000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and had the recall repair completed. The contact stated on 11/30/2022 while his wife was driving 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The driver continued to depress the brake pedal until the vehicle started to decelerate. The vehicle was parked on the side of the road. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact drove another vehicle to the location and trailered the vehicle back to his residence. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.
Incident: Dec 1, 2016VIN: 4S4BP61C967***
ODI #11494313
Nov 20, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
Rusting brake line recall WQK47 supposedly done to the vehicle June of 2015 with the vehicle having 244,246 miles. No brake lines were replaced at that time and only assume they only sprayed something on them. Car now has 288,500 miles and the right rear brake line rotted out in the clip mount to the body. Luckily wife was able to stop the car and didn't get into an accident.
Incident: Nov 16, 2022VIN: 4S4BP61C767***
ODI #11483915
Sep 11, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear hatch door malfunction of security lock.
Incident: Sep 7, 2022VIN: 4s4bp61c067***
ODI #11460840
Apr 15, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLENGINE
The engine will randomly loose power. This has happened three times now. You must coast to a stop, turn the key off and try to restart the car. Sometime it will take several tries to restart. I see this as a real safety concern in heavy traffic. Especially so if heavy traffic makes it impossible to reach the side of the road safely. The service code points to the throttle peddle position sensor. Reading some of the internet forums it seems to be a fairly common issue. Of course internet forums must be considered carefully. However with the above said I see this issue as a real safety concern. Not only for my safety but those around me if this happens in heavy traffic. Thank you
Incident: Apr 14, 2022VIN: 4s4bp61c267***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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