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Official NHTSA Record

2019 Subaru Outback — Recalls & Safety

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this vehicle and 1,035 owner complaints. Recall repairs are free by US law at any authorized dealer.

3 Campaigns

Every Recall on File

STRUCTURE 19V493000 26/06/2019

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.

Free fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP 21V587000 29/07/2021

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP 20V218000 16/04/2020

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

Risk: If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

NHTSA Crash Tests

Official Safety Ratings

2019 Subaru Outback SW AWD

★★★★★
Overall
5/5 stars
★★★★★
Frontal Crash
NHTSA test
★★★★★
Side Crash
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★★★★☆
Rollover
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Other Years

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Recall Checker

Any year, make and model: open the Car Recall Checker. Also see owner-reported problems & years to avoid for the 2019 Subaru Outback. Data: NHTSA (US DOT, public domain), cached up to 7 days.

Questions

FAQ

Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Outback. Every listed defect must be repaired free of charge by any authorized Subaru dealer, regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.
Is the recall repair really free?
Yes. US federal law requires manufacturers to fix safety recalls free at any authorized dealer — parts and labour. You do not need to be the original owner.
How do I check my exact vehicle?
This page covers the 2019 Subaru Outback generally. For your specific car, use the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — it tells you whether YOUR vehicle's recalls were already repaired.