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2020 Subaru Outback recalls

6 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2020 Subaru Outback.

6 Open recalls
889 Complaints
0 Fire reports
0 Crash reports

Recall details

Recall BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION #20V766000 Reported 10/12/2020

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with "high" grade and "mid" grade multimedia navigation. The August 2020 over-the-air software update may have timed out without completing the installation, corrupting the data, and causing the rearview display to shutoff intermittently. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk

The intermittent loss of the rearview image reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of crash.

Free fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software and, if necessary, replace the Cockpit Control Module, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-20.

Recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) #21V955000 Reported 09/12/2021

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2020 Legacy and Outback vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.

Risk

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

Free fix

Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855. Vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall once available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-21.

Recall FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP #21V587000 Reported 29/07/2021

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix

Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

Recall SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES #19V664000 Reported 18/09/2019

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020 Outback and Legacy vehicles. The brake pedal mounting bracket may have a missing or insufficiently tightened bolt.

Risk

A missing or loose bolt may cause the brake pedal mounting area to deform over time, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Free fix

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal mounting bracket hardware and replace the hardware or brake pedal assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUL-97.

Recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) #22V485000 Reported 08/07/2022

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.

Risk

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

Free fix

Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-22. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-955.

Recall AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER #24V227000 Reported 22/03/2024

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.

Risk

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

Free fix

Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 889 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Subaru Outback.

VISIBILITY/WIPER 284
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 245
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 123
VISIBILITY 70
POWER TRAIN 45
STRUCTURE 17
ENGINE 15
AIR BAGS 15

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2020 Subaru Outback have?

6 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2020 Subaru Outback. Recall repairs are always free at a franchise dealer.

Do I have to pay to fix a Subaru recall?

No. Federal law requires manufacturers to repair safety recalls for free at any authorized dealer, regardless of who owns the vehicle or its warranty status.

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