How many recalls does the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK have?

The 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK has 4 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK?

The most recent recall was issued on December 19, 2019 and relates to the air bags: air bag/restraint control module system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK?

Yes, there are 4 high-risk recalls for the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK.

2016 SUBARU OUTBACK Recalls Canada & USA

2016 SUBARU OUTBACK Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2016 Subaru Outback has 4 recalls, with two posing a fire risk: a driveshaft that can separate from the rear differential and puncture the fuel tank, and transmission oil that can leak onto the exhaust pipe. On the steering side, the steering column on certain vehicles may have been machined incorrectly, meaning turning the steering wheel can have no effect on the direction the front wheels point. There is also an airbag concern affecting vehicles that had a replacement airbag control module installed: if the replacement module is not compatible with the passenger airbag, the passenger frontal airbag may fail to deploy properly in a crash.

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NHTSA (USA)High Risk

December 19, 2019

2016–2017 SUBARU OUTBACKNHTSA Campaign #19V910000

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly affecting air bag deployment.

Safety Risk

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

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUX-09.

46 vehicles affectedMfr ref: WUX-09

NHTSA (USA)Critical

2016 SUBARU OUTBACK Recalls — Canada & USA

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