1999 Subaru Outback: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jan 14, 2005 · Engine · 68,849 miles · WI

While driving the vehicle's engine stalled. *nm the engine stalled due to head gasket failure. In reviewing the manufacturer's website the consumer saw a recall related to head gasket failure. The consumer request reimbursement for the cost of the repairs.

Filed Mar 1, 2004 · Engine · 120,000 miles · MD

Head gasket failed on my 1999 subaru legacy outback. The material on the gasket is completely gone in a few areas, causing leakage into the engine and subsequent engine failure. Subaru specialist that fixed it said he had repaired 10 subaru head gaskets in just the past 2 weeks alone. Another friend has a 1999 subaru forester that had its head gasket fail within 3 weeks of mine. According to the subaru repair specialist, subaru does not admit the head gasket is defective. 2 days after getting the head gasket fixed, the alternator failed and the car shut down while driving 65 MPH on a highway. Barely had enough momentum to ease the car off the road out of traffic. Oh, one more thing. The check engine light comes on and the repair facilities can't seem to find anything wrong but the emissions inspection repeatedly fails due to the light being on.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Seat belts · 3,000 miles · ID

I bought a 1999 subaru outback 30th anniversary limited edition in june of 1999. Within six months, the car began to exhibit clutch and transmission problems. I brought this to the immediate attention of the subaru dealer. For three years they denied that there was anything wrong with the vehicle, always saying they were unable to duplicate the problems. Finally in june of 2002, I was able to get a regional service supervisor to admit that the car definitely had problems. His first solution was to suggest that I trade the car in on a new one. When I declined, he offered to have the car properly repaired, as it should have been three years prior. After four trips to two different subaru dealers and after supposedly having the entire clutch assembly replaced three times, the car is in worse shape than it ever has been. Subaru has refused to repair the car, despite the fact that it's under an extended warranty that covers the entire transmission. I have had to retain an attorney to deal with subaru of america. Subaru claims that the car now operates as designed and that any problems I am now experiencing are a result of my driving habits. Subaru refuses to replace the car because they were able to stall any repairs until the car passed the two year lemon law exclusion. This is not the only problem with this car. I have had repeated brake failures. The car went through a set of michelin radial tires in less than 20,000 miles. The driver's side seat belt is defective. I have experienced repeated electrical system failures. This car cannot be driven in snow (contrary to subaru's commercials) because the tires become compacted with snow and are thrown out of balance. The brakes also become compacted with snow and ice and have failed repeatedly, almost causing serious injury. The radio antenna refuses to retract in cold weather. I could go on and on, but subaru refuses to listen or repair the car.

Filed Oct 15, 2003 · Engine · OH

My 1999 subaru outback stalls when it is cold. The car has been to the dealership for tune-ups and repairs with no resolution. The dealership and subaru's area service representative, bob wiseman, have closed the case. I am stuck with a car that won't run.

Filed Aug 19, 2003 · Transmission · 70 miles · ID

I bought a 1999 subaru outback 30th anniversary limited edition in may of 1999. Within six months, the car began to exhibit clutch and transmission problems. I brought this to the immediate attention of the subaru dealer. For three years they denied that there was anything wrong with the vehicle, always saying they were unable to duplicate the problems. Finally in june of 2002, I was able to get a regional service supervisor to admit that the car definitely had problems. His first solution was to suggest that I trade the car in on a new one. When I declined, he offered to have the car properly repaired, as it should have been three years prior. After four trips to two different subaru dealers and after supposedly having the entire clutch assembly replaced three times, the car is in worse shape than it ever has been. Subaru has refused to repair the car, despite the fact that it's under an extended warranty that covers the entire transmission.subaru claims that the car now "operates as designed" and that any problems I am now experiencing are a result of my driving habits. Subaru refuses to replace the car because they were able to stall any repairs until the car passed the two year lemon law exclusion.

Filed Dec 4, 2000 · Engine, Visibility · NY

Vehicle started smoking under hood, then stalled at a stop. Taken to dealer who repaired vehicle, one week later engine light came on, vehicle overheated, but did not stall, dealer replaced engine. Wiper blades were replaced.