2011 Subaru Outback: loss of power steering

Filed May 30, 2023 · Airbags, Steering · CA

Loss of steering wheel electronic functions including paddle shifters radio volume and Airbag light illuminated. Looked up faults and found the federal safety agency campaign ID 10V283000 which describes cable damage from Subaru manufacturing. According to Subaru and the federal safety agency, our vehicle was manufactured 2 months after "Affected" vehicles. Subaru unwilling to work on problem as it is not listed in affect vehicles, yet clearly the problems found are exact match to campaign list. I will seek outside confirmation of failure and then request the federal safety agency to update the affect vehicles list so Subaru can fix a safety issue for all affected vehicles.

Filed Apr 17, 2023 · Engine, Steering · WI

The front lower subframe cracked where the driver's side front wheel attaches to it in our 2011 Subaru Outback. This resulted in loss of steering control of vehicle. The issue has been confirmed by independent mechanic. Vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturer, police, or insurance agent. It is available for inspection at [XXX]. There were no warning lights when this failure occurred. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Apr 23, 2019 · Brakes, Electrical · 150,930 miles · WV

I was driving home tonight and the car stalled everything quit working, the car jumped a few times and turned back on. I lost brakes and no steering coming down a 8 % grade. I turned the car back on and it kept doing it. I was out of cell service range so I could not call for help. It was scary. I got home and I see there was a recall but my car is out of that recall range at 100000 miles. I just paid 11,000 for this car. I believe I should not have to pay for this known issue.

Filed Jun 12, 2013 · Steering · 1,000 miles · IA

High winds caused a loss of steering and the entire car was moved and I almost blew into a semi.this always happens in high winds (25- 30mph and above ). Internet bloggers call this " lane wandering" subaru refuses to address this problem. I filed a claim with subaru of america and their response was "it has been determined that the vehicle is operating as designed". I am past the date of being able to use the lemon law. The only option subaru has given me is to trade-in the car with a $1500 discount toward a new one. I hesitate to do business with them again as there is a trust issue and I cannot, in good conscience,sell the car to someone else. It is very dangerous and I am afraid to drive it.I did speak to a gentleman with the same problem and he said subaru bought back the car from him, however they refused to do that for me. I have been trying to resolve this problem with subaru for a couple of years with no satisfaction. Here is a link that may be helpful. Http:/www.subaruoutback.org/forums/104-gen-4-2010-present/31638-ob-lanewandering.html.

Filed Oct 6, 2011 · Steering · 4,710 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 subaru outback. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently when driving at different speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the power steering rack assembly, gear box assembly and power steering fluid would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 4,710. Updated 10/27/11*lj the consumer stated the steering was stiff all the time. He stated the faster he drove, the harder the steering became, as if there were no power steering. Updated 11/07/11

Filed Aug 27, 2010 · Engine · 289 miles · WA

2011 subaru outback wagon - stalling problem. With clutch pedal depressed fully the engine stalled twice during a turn and coming to a stop sign. Lost power steering in corner - this is a safety issue!