2025 Subaru Outback recalls

No safety recalls, 83 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

No recalls found for the 2025 Subaru Outback in NHTSA’s database.

0Recalls
83Complaints
7Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2025 Subaru Outback owner complaints

83 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Forward Collision Avoidance21
Unknown or Other18
Lane Departure15
Electrical System13
Service Brakes6
Steering6
Power Train5
Engine5
Air Bags5
Visibility/Wiper5

Recent complaints

October 18, 2026Service BrakesLane DepartureForward Collision Avoidance

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system conducted an emergency , neck snapping stop while backing out of a sloped driveway at 9PM local time, zip 94596, walnut creek, California. There was no vehicle traffic, pedestrian traffic or other movements nearby to trigger the RAB system. There was a local rescue ambulance parked on another intersecting street, well over 300 feet away, with emergency flashing lights. As the driver, I immediately checked for traffic, pedestrians, etc, found nothing; rolled down windows to check again, found nothing. The vehicle was still held by the RAB system, I applied pressure to the throttle and the car slowly started to backup and the brakes then released. I believe

October 7, 2026Power Train

The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving on the freeway in stop-and-go traffic with the automatic braking system activated, the vehicle erroneously reversed and failed to immediately stop while depressing the brake pedal. The contact shifted out of drive(D) and then back to drive(D), and the vehicle stopped. The contact stated that the failure had occurred a second time during a trip before returning to normal operation, and the vehicle was driven to the residence and parked. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. Th

September 21, 2026Power TrainElectrical SystemForward Collision Avoidance

July 4, 2025 car had about 4100 miles Severe dangerous phantom braking on highway CA 280 N just prior to foothill expressway exit at about 7:30 pm. Suddenly while traveling 60+ MPH on mid lanes of freeway car auto braking caused car to brake/slow to 1/2 speed with no visible obstacle seen by any of 4 adults in car. Multi[ple Dash lights up with eyesite failure and all red , green and yellow lights. Gas pedal ws unresponsive no power. Eminent crash danger. Driver responded trying to hit gas then brake to steer off freeway. After several seconds the car gas pedal eventually responded and I was able to exit freeway at next exit. Taken to dealer July 23, 2025 Reported to Subaru of Santa Cruz . T

September 16, 2026Service BrakesForward Collision AvoidanceCrash

The brakes failed and could be inspected upon request. My safety and the safety of two other passengers was put at risk because my vehicle rear ended an another vehicle at a red light. The problem has not yet been confirmed or reproduced by the dealership or inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representative of others. There were no warning messages, or symptoms of the problem prior to the failure.

September 16, 2026Equipment

See attached document for complaint.

2025 Subaru Outback crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2025 Subaru Outback SW AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2025 Subaru Outback: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard & optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 18.5%.

2025 Subaru Outback recall FAQ

Does the 2025 Subaru Outback have any recalls?

No recalls are currently listed for the 2025 Subaru Outback. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.

What are the most common 2025 Subaru Outback problems?

Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is forward collision avoidance (21 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2025 Subaru Outback safe?

The 2025 Subaru Outback earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 Subaru Outback?

Contact any authorized Subaru dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.