2019 Subaru Outback Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2019 Subaru Outback has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1,036 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 2 fires, 18 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (367 reports).

3Recalls
1,036Owner complaints
24Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2019 Subaru Outback recalls

Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving

Recall 21V587Jul 29, 2021175,968 vehicles affected

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail on certain Subaru and Toyota 86 vehicles.

Fuel pump can fail, stalling engine and raising crash risk

Recall 20V218Apr 16, 2020188,207 vehicles affected

The low pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may become inoperative.

Weak spot welds may reduce crash protection

Recall 19V493Jun 26, 20192,107 vehicles affected

Some vehicles have spot welds on the duct below the cowl panel that may not have been applied correctly, which can weaken the vehicle's body structure.

Most common 2019 Subaru Outback problems

Problem areas named in the 1,036 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System367
Visibility/Wiper326
Unknown Or Other204
Visibility64
Forward Collision Avoidance46
Engine39
Steering36
Structure28
Vehicle Speed Control26
Fuel/Propulsion System23

What owners report

2026-10-10, Power Train
Subaru Outback 2019 - Transmission CVT and Clutch failed at 6 years 103,000 miles. Transmission Slipped while driving (safety issues) and also clutch lurched/jumped (safety issue) when shifting eg reverse to drive. Common issue for 2010-2018 in manufacturers TSB. My car is 2019, and this was not included per dealer, cost $8000 for rebuilt transmission form Dealer. Subaru claimed no responsibility as normal wear despite car properly maintained.
2026-10-01, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The battery was replaced, but the failure persisted the following day. The contact associated the failure with the Data Communication Module. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by email. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
2026-09-24, Steering
Subaru has a tsb for a steering rack pinion rattle noise problem front end rattle, Subaru refused to repair it
2026-09-02, Electrical System
The Starlink infotainment touchscreen in my 2019 Subaru Outback Touring has progressively failed. Visible bubbles have formed under the glass, consistent with screen delamination. The screen registers phantom inputs on its own without being touched ("ghost touch"), changing settings, and interrupting functions while the vehicle is being driven. The touchscreen has now become completely unresponsive to actual touch input. Because the head unit controls and displays the backup camera, this failure interferes with the rear visibility display when reversing, creating a safety concern. The ghost inputs also present a driver distraction while the vehicle is in motion. I first documented this pro
2026-08-12, Fuel/Propulsion System
My complaint/safety issue is that while I was in my 2019 Subaru Outback, I experienced Unintentional acceleration. While waiting for the large chain-link fence at my storage unit to open, the Outback raced into the gate! I had one foot on the brake waiting for the gate, then I stomped the pedal with both feet, and I held that position while the car smashed through the gate. This happened in July of 2021. I don't recall if I shut the car off or if it just finally came to a stop. I was terrified to drive it for fear of it happening again, but this time hitting a person in a crosswalk! I did take the car to Subaru, and they said that they would go through it thoroughly. After one month, t

2019 Subaru Outback questions

Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Subaru Outback: Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving; Fuel pump can fail, stalling engine and raising crash risk; Weak spot welds may reduce crash protection. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Outback?

Based on 1,036 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (367), Visibility/Wiper (326), Unknown Or Other (204).

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Subaru Outback has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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