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2017 SUBARU OUTBACK Safety Overview

The 2017 SUBARU OUTBACK has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
  • Steering:column
  • Suspension

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as in the event of a crash necessitating passenger frontal air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SUBARU OUTBACK owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2017 SUBARU OUTBACK 19V910000

Subaru of America, Inc.

In the event of a crash necessitating passenger frontal air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 19V910000: In the event of a crash necessitating passenger frontal air bag deployment... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2019
2017 SUBARU OUTBACK 16V716000

Subaru of America, Inc.

If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V716000: If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/6/2016
2017 SUBARU OUTBACK 16V576000

Subaru of America, Inc.

If any of the front brake caliper, wheel hub or stabilizer clamp attaching bolts loosen or detach, the related components would also become loose and may detach possibly making the vehicle unstable and reducing the braking capability. These conditions would increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V576000: If any of the front brake caliper, wheel hub or stabilizer clamp attaching... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/3/2016
2017 SUBARU OUTBACK 16V292000

Subaru of America, Inc.

The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V292000: The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/11/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.