Vehicle report

2026 Subaru Outback

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

2026 Subaru Outback
0 Total recalls
None Latest recall date
4 Complaint reports
$1,972 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2026 Subaru Outback has 0 official recalls and 4 consumer complaints in our database. No latest recall date is available. The most common complaint categories include electrical system, electrical system,unknown or other, seat belts. Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,972 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 electrical system, electrical system,unknown or other, seat belts. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Service bulletin signal

27 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, electrical system,unknown or other, seat belts?
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How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Outback have?

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

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Are there manufacturer notices for the 2026 Subaru Outback?

Official records show 27 manufacturer communications on record for the 2026 Subaru Outback.

0 warranty 0 service campaigns 0 software/OTA

Common components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (16), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (8), ENGINE (2), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS (2), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (1)

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
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 UNKNOWN OR OTHER This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. 11032039
01-167-08R
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 WHEELS This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected. 11032035
05-97-26
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program for certain 2026 model year Outlook vehicles equipped with the 2.4L turbo engine and trailer hitch accessory kit. 11032029
WRE-26
Apr 2026 Other UNKNOWN OR OTHER This announcement provides information about a new Subaru service program to address a gap created at the joint between the exhaust pipe and the muffler due to incorrectly specified muffler gaskets included in the 2026 Outback trailer hitch kit. 11032026
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Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. 11030557
01-167-08R
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak. 11030560
10-105-25R
Mar 2026 Other ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This announcement provides information for product enhancement FAQs for the 2026 Outback Touring and Touring XT EyeSight Drvier Assist with Hands Free Assist. 11030571
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Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully 11030567
15-219-18R

What are the most common 2026 Subaru Outback complaints?

4 total complaints on record

How much does the 2026 Subaru Outback cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $1,972 $164/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 27.4 MPG
Energy used 438 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.50 $/gal

Assumptions: 25 city / 31 highway / 27 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)

330 g/mi CO2Fuel score 5/10

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