Vehicle report

2019 Subaru Outback

Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.

2019 Subaru Outback
3 Total recalls
Jul 29, 2021 Latest recall date
1029 Complaint reports
$2,200 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2019 Subaru Outback has 3 official recalls and 1029 consumer complaints in our database. The latest recall date is Jul 29, 2021. The most common complaint categories include electrical system, visibility/wiper, unknown or other. Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,200 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall homework

There are 3 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.

Owner complaint pattern

Owner complaints most often mention electrical system, visibility/wiper, unknown or other. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Service bulletin signal

403 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.

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  • Have you noticed any issues related to electrical system, visibility/wiper, unknown or other?
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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 1 tested variant of the 2019 Subaru Outback.

Overall 5/5 stars
Frontal crash 5/5 stars
Side crash 5/5 stars
Rollover 4/5 stars

Displayed variant: 2019 Subaru Outback SW AWD ; rollover risk 17.4%

Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain, or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless the official record says so.

How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru Outback have?

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3 official recalls on record for the 2019 Subaru Outback. 22 matched quarterly completion reports are available.

Latest recall: July 29, 2021

Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer. Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
Campaign Component Summary Consequence Remedy Date Completion
21V587000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP 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. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Jul 2021 2023-2
159,453 remedied / 175,968 involved (90.6%)
20V218000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative. If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Apr 2020 2022-1
179,446 remedied / 188,207 involved (95.3%)
19V493000 STRUCTURE 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. In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury. 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. Jun 2019 2020-4
2,107 remedied / 2,107 involved (100%)

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2019 Subaru Outback?

Official records show 403 manufacturer communications on record for the 2019 Subaru Outback.

0 warranty 0 service campaigns 0 software/OTA

Common components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (234), EQUIPMENT (155), POWER TRAIN (35), EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY (28), ENGINE (22)

Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions, software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
Date Type Component Summary ID / document
Jun 2026 Other UNKNOWN OR OTHER This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras. 11034249
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Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the orignal bulletin.) 11034242
16-156-25R
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) for certain vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. 11034240
02-195-26
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. 11033069
01-167-08R
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. 11033063
16-156-25R
May 2026 Other POWER TRAIN This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program. 11033056
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May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE INCOMPATIBILITY IMMOBILIZER CM TO ECM) and B1572(IMM CIRCUIT EXCEPT ANTENNA CIRCUIT) are detected by Keyless Access with Push Button Start(KACM). 11033051
18-230-26
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20. 11032034
07-240-26R
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions POWER TRAIN This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures. 11032040
03-97-26
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions POWER TRAIN In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the original five (5) years or sixty thousand (60,000) miles (whichever comes first) to ten (10) years or one-hundred thousand (100,000) miles (whichever comes first). 11032037
16-155-25R

What are the most common 2019 Subaru Outback complaints?

1,029 total complaints on record

How much does the 2019 Subaru Outback cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $2,200 $183/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 22.6 MPG
Energy used 530 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.15 $/gal

Assumptions: 20 city / 27 highway / 22 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jul 18, 2026)

398 g/mi CO2Fuel score 4/10Smog 3/10

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