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2023 Subaru Outback Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

2

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Nov 9, 2023

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Subaru Outback average of 7.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2023 Subaru Outback recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V755000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/neutral Start Interlock Switch

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Nov 9, 2023

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.

Safety consequence

An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V647000

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Sep 21, 2023

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.

Safety consequence

Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Subaru Outback model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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Other 2023 Subaru recall reports

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2023 Subaru Outback recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Outback have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2023 Subaru Outback. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2023 Subaru Outback?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology