Why are Subarus not dependable?
One of the core reasons that Subaru reliability has dropped is due to the problems that the Outback and Legacy have had with in-car technology. This is a common reason for declining dependability in a number of makes and models since the early 2000s. Many cars today have a great deal of new and complex technology.
Is Subaru safer than Toyota?
Both vehicles fare pretty well when it comes to safety ratings too. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded the 2021 Subaru Forester with a five-star overall safety rating. The Toyota RAV4 also earned itself a five-star overall safety rating.
What should you know before buying a Subaru?
Before you even consider buying a 2020 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek, there are 7 things you should know. You might change your mind about buying one after reading this. The world is not a fun place right now and we need to lighten things up and have some fun at Subaru’s expense.
Why does my new Subaru not start up?
Too many owners of newer Subaru vehicles are waking up to cars that won’t start due to dead batteries. The batteries aren’t defective, but just lack the capacity to handle the electrical system draw particularly while the vehicle is turned …
Is the new Subarus really as bad as I am hearing?
Fantasy Land, IMO, if one expects 250K trouble free miles. Probably no better Subaru has ever existed than the one in the showroom now. It all depends on what you consider to be problems. I’ve seen plenty of Hondas and Toyotas running fine with more than 250K miles on them, and none of them had any internal engine work done to them.
Are there any problems with the Subaru Outback?
Any further back than 15 years and you’re courting danger with potential problems that could arise from a vehicle that old. In 2005, the Subaru Outback had issues with things like the head gasket leaking, issues with speed control, as well as clutch problems.