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2019 Subaru Outback: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

3Safety recalls
1,026Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2019 Subaru Outback has 3 open NHTSA safety recalls and 1,026 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether the work was done and to verify mileage and title.

Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2019 Subaru Outback has 3 open safety recalls and 1,026 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Outback had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

STRUCTURE

Campaign 19V493000 · 26/06/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.

RiskIn the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
RemedySubaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.
2

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 21V587000 · 29/07/2021

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.

RiskFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers 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.
3

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 20V218000 · 16/04/2020

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

RiskIf the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedySubaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

What owners complain about

The systems 2019 Subaru Outback owners report most often to federal regulators:

Visibility388
Electrical System361
Wiper326
Unknown Or Other201
Engine39
Forward Collision Avoidance36

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have any recalls?

Yes. The 2019 Subaru Outback has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2019 Subaru Outback owners report?

Owners have filed 1,026 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2019 Subaru Outback, most often about the visibility, electrical system, wiper.

How do I check a specific Outback's history?

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