CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Subaru Tribeca has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).
2007 Subaru Tribeca recalls
Ignition Switch May Turn Off Engine, Disabling Airbags
The ignition switch on these vehicles may have a ball spring inside that can break, weakening the switch.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in certain Subaru vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in a crash
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain Subaru Baja, Impreza, and Tribeca vehicles, and a Saab 9-2X, may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, spraying metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash
Certain vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that can rupture after long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Hood May Open While Driving, Blocking View
Certain Subaru Tribeca vehicles may have a problem with the hood safety system and hood lock system.
Most common 2007 Subaru Tribeca problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
THREE DAYS AGO I BACKED MY 2007 SUBARU TRIBECA DOWN THE DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKES.....THEY DID NOT WORK AND THE BRAKE PEDAL DID NOT DEPRESS. AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES FOR ABOUT TWO MINUTES OR MORE THEY FINALLY STARTED TO WORK. I TOLD MY WIFE AND SHE INSISTED THAT SHE TOLD ME ABOUT THIS HAPPENED EVERY WINTER WHEN THE TEMPERATURE WAS BELOW 25 DEGREES. I GUESS I NEVER LISTENED TO HER. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE LOCAL DEALER IN SCHAUMBURG AND HE STATED THAT THIS WAS A TYPICAL PROBLEM WITH THE 2007 TRIBECA AND I WOULD WASTE MY MONEY TRYING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I CALLED SUBARU AND THEY TOLD ME TO BRING THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALER AND THAT HE WOULD DISCUSS THE PROBLEM WITH THE DEALER. THE
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUBARU TRIBECA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V096000 (SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 09/28/16*LJ *TR
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUBARU TRIBECA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V358000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUBARU TRIBECA. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXHAUST FUMES MULTIPLE TIMES WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,747.
2007 Subaru Tribeca questions
Does the 2007 Subaru Tribeca have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2007 Subaru Tribeca: Ignition Switch May Turn Off Engine, Disabling Airbags; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture and spray metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in a crash; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, spraying metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Subaru Tribeca?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Subaru Tribeca 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.