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2021 SUBARU OUTBACK Safety Overview

The 2021 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:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
  • Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch
  • Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase 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

2021 SUBARU OUTBACK 24V227000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V227000: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/22/2024
2021 SUBARU OUTBACK 23V755000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V755000: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/9/2023
2021 SUBARU OUTBACK 22V485000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V485000: An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/8/2022
2021 SUBARU OUTBACK 21V024000

Subaru of America, Inc.

A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V024000: A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/26/2021

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.