What problems does the 2018 Subaru Outback have?
While the 2018 Subaru Outback still has the traits aficionados love – versatility, ability and value – it also has some reliability issues. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, the 2018 Outback’s main problem areas are the electrical, fuel/propulsion and steering systems.
Was 2018 a bad year for Subaru Outback?
The 2018 Subaru Outback earned only a 1 out of 5 for the reliability of its in-car electronics. Additionally, the 2018 Outback earned only 2 out of 5 for reliability of power equipment. These two ratings contribute to the poor overall reliability rating that the Outback received for that year.
Is the tailgate on a Subaru Outback still dead?
Tried with it both on and off. Still dead. Sometimes it does three beeps when the button on the gate is pressed. Afterwards it is totally dead. Make sure you just do a short press of the button on the tailgate.
What happens when a Subaru Outback battery dies?
When Subaru does agree to replace a battery, owners and lessees often experience the same issue subsequent to the repair. Consumers are incurring expenses associated with the dead battery, including towing costs, rideshare and taxi service fees, and other expenses.
How to reset rear lift gate on Subaru Outback?
That should be “press and hold” – and it is the button on the outside of the rear gate. Holding it pressed down for more than 5 seconds (maybe 7? a good count of 10). thx all. Will try that next time, as I think I have a recurring problem here. Gonna be a once a month deal.
Can a dead battery open the rear lift gate?
I understand that Honda/Acura still uses that design; wish Subaru would. The Acura does have multiple sensors hidden in the weather seal. Completely dead battery can still open the rear hatch to get out the jumper cables. Not sure what happens with the powered lift gate in a dead battery condition and you can’t get to the inside release.