Vehicle report

2024 Subaru Outback

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

2024 Subaru Outback
0 Total recalls
None Latest recall date
2 Complaint reports
$1,754 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2024 Subaru Outback has 0 official recalls and 2 consumer complaints in our database. No latest recall date is available. The most common complaint categories include equipment, visibility/wiper. Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,754 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall record

No official recalls are listed for this model year in our current data. That lowers one type of homework, but it does not replace a VIN lookup or a mechanical inspection.

Owner complaint pattern

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

Service bulletin signal

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

Ownership-cost check

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  • Have you noticed any issues related to equipment, visibility/wiper?
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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 1 tested variant of the 2024 Subaru Outback.

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

Displayed variant: 2024 Subaru Outback SW AWD ; rollover risk 18.5%

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How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru Outback have?

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No official recalls on record for this vehicle and model year.

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.

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2024 Subaru Outback?

Official records show 221 manufacturer communications on record for the 2024 Subaru Outback.

0 warranty 0 service campaigns 0 software/OTA

Common components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (141), ENGINE (52), EQUIPMENT (24), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (22), POWER TRAIN (21)

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 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs on the vehicles listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034268
15-246-19R
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034269
02-193-24R
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034264
09-74-21R
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup. 11034257
02-196-26
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin provides new diagnostic steps for DTC P0851 and P0852 to be used in conjunction with the applicable Service Manual. 11034259
16-159-26
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions SERVICE BRAKES This bulletin announces availability of new Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) & Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) module reprogramming files developed to address cases of a cracking-type noise heard under the dashboard in the brake pedal area when the brake pedal is released. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034251
06-94-25R
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 Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide removal and installation tips to be followed when working with EyeSight Stereo Cameras. 11034247
07-241-26
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions POWER TRAIN This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034271
16-151-24R
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ENGINE This bulletin announces the design change made to the exhaust manifold flange nut material that has been changed from stainless steel to medium carbon steel. This change also necessitates a revised tightening torque specification. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) 11034243
09-130-25R

What are the most common 2024 Subaru Outback complaints?

2 total complaints on record

How much does the 2024 Subaru Outback cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $1,754 $146/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 28.4 MPG
Energy used 423 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.15 $/gal

Assumptions: 26 city / 32 highway / 28 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jul 18, 2026)

314 g/mi CO2Fuel score 6/10Smog 7/10

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