2013 Subaru Outback: engine failure

7 of the 297 complaints about the 2013 Subaru Outback describe engine failure.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 2%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 105 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine failure by model year

2025
2
2022
5
2021
1
2020
3
2019
3
2018
2
2017
2
2016
2
2015
4
2014
2
2013
7
2012
2
2011
3
2010
4
2009
2
2008
1
2007
1
2006
1
2005
2
2004
1
2002
1
2001
3
2000
4
1999
5
1998
6
1997
1

What owners say

Filed Dec 4, 2024 · Engine · NY

According to my mechanic, the Engine Cradle is severly corroded and needs to be replaced. According to Subaru, today December 4, 2024, Subaru inspected my vehicle and determined it was badly corroded. I have pictures to show this and the report from Subaru showing they did look at this corrosion. I had wanted Subaru to replace the Engine Cradle because of the damage. They claimed the car was out of Warranty and was 12 years old. Even so, that much corrosion should not have happened.

Filed Sep 16, 2024 · Brakes · 154,500 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that several other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the parking brake had seized. The parking brake was released, and the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer declined to inspect the vehicle due to a title alert for a total loss report. In addition, the contact stated that he had owned the vehicle for eight years, and the vehicle had been serviced at the same dealer for routine service. The contact was informed of an unknown recall repair; however, the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,500.

Filed Sep 22, 2022 · Engine · TX

Engine failure due to oil leakage. No “oil light” warning light ever turned on. Engine confirmed failed by repair shop and replaced.

Filed Feb 11, 2020 · Engine · PA

This car is an extreme oil burner. We have to add oil every 1,000 miles. There was a lawsuit and subaru is offering to replace the engine block, but our dealership says the car continues to pass the oil consumption test. Also, the clutch just went out at 58,000 miles. After an online search, I am seeing this is typical of this car.

Filed Mar 15, 2019 · Brakes, Transmission · 250,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 subaru outback. While driving 60 MPH, the brakes seized without warning. Last week, the transmission seized while in traffic on the golden gate bridge. On both occasions, the contact had to pull the vehicle over to prevent a crash. The transmission warning indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was towed three times to marin subaru (595 francisco blvd e, san rafael, ca 94901, (415) 454-9240) where it was diagnosed that a new transmission was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was repaired five additional times, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and did not assist. The failure mileage was 250,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2018 · Transmission · 119,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 subaru outback. While driving various speeds, the transmission failed. The contact stated that all four wheels seized intermittently and the vehicle made a loud grinding noise prior to the failure. Sendell subaru (5085 us-30, greensburg, pennsylvania 15601, (724) 837-1600) replaced the transmission. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with case number: sr#: 1-35673914925. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

Filed Jan 17, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 48,000 miles · WA

On multiple occasions, the vehicle stalled, as in the engine died. This is an intermittent problem. Usually it happens when the vehicle is started, the engine will die, this will happen 2-3 times on each occurrence. It does eventually start and run correctly. A similar issue occurs when coming to a stop. The engine will "flutter" almost die and then resume normal operation. So far it has not left us stranded, however, I am concerned as to what the problem might be and at what point will it stall and not start again. I plan on taking it to my dealership and have them look at it, however, the engine light has not come on so I don't expect the computer has stored any codes for the mechanic to be able to troubleshoot.