Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2000 Subaru Outback. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗SUBARU/REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME CORROSION
- Summary
- THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME COMPONENTS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE ROAD SALTS FOR A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS, COULD RESULT IN RUST-OUT OF THE COMPONENT AND POSSIBLE BREAKAGE OF THE SUBFRAME.
- Consequence
- IF SUCH BREAKAGE OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED, CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE AFFECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL CLEAN AND RUST-PROOF THE REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.
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Owner complaints (207)
207 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 207 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 42 | 20.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 35 | 16.9% |
| Tires | 30 | 14.5% |
| Suspension | 24 | 11.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 6.8% |
| Structure | 13 | 6.3% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 5.8% |
| Electrical system | 8 | 3.9% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 3.9% |
| Fuel system | 7 | 3.4% |
How 2000 compares with other Outback years
Best and worst Outback years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 46 | 2 |
| 1997 | 79 | 4 |
| 1998 | 127 | 2 |
| 1999 | 111 | 1 |
| 2000 | 207 | 1 |
| 2001 | 171 | 3 |
| 2002 | 143 | 4 |
| 2003 | 93 | 14 |
| 2004 | 90 | 10 |
| 2005 | 273 | 9 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2000 Subaru Outback FAQ
How many recalls does the 2000 Subaru Outback have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 03V153000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2000 Subaru Outback problems?
Owners filed 207 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (42), Engine and engine cooling (35), Tires (30) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2000 Outback compare with other years?
Among the 1996–2005 Subaru Outback model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (46) and the 2005 the most (273). The 2000 drew 207. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.