Component Record

Subaru Outback 2016 Power Train Problems

44 distinct owners reported a power train problem on the 2016 Subaru Outback - 7% of all complaints for this model year.

Recall Coverage44 complaints

44 complaints; 2 recall campaigns cover this system.

Campaigns Covering This System

15V502000Reported August 10, 2015 - 2,893 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on August 10, 2015. The campaign covers an estimated 2,893 vehicles across all affected models.

15V794000Reported November 24, 2015 - 3,251 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on November 24, 2015. The campaign covers an estimated 3,251 vehicles across all affected models.

Other Systems on This Model Year

Electrical System309 Unknown Or Other124 Visibility90 Engine56 Steering24 Driver Assistance and Stability Systems24

How to Read These Counts: complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not failure rates. Older and higher-volume vehicles accumulate more reports, and counts are not adjusted for vehicles sold - no per-sales rate or reliability ranking is shown, because the public data does not support one.

Data as of November 1, 2026. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, recalls, and investigations files (U.S. Government public domain). DefectRecord is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. For your specific vehicle, use NHTSA's VIN lookup. Report an error.