2022 Subaru Outback Problems
What owners have reported about the 2022 Subaru Outback, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2022 Subaru Outback a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 465 complaints with NHTSA, the 8th most of 18 Outback model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, electrical system and engine.
465 complaints 4 recalls, 1 can stall 8th worst of 18 Outback years
Top 2022 Subaru Outback problems
Wiper and visibility problems
280 complaints (60%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield and power window devices and controls.
Electrical problems
52 complaints (11%) name the electrical system, most often the 12v / 24v / 48v battery and speedometer / odometer.
Engine problems
24 complaints (5%) name the engine, most often the oil / lubrication.
Emergency braking problems
23 complaints (5%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (39 of 465). The amber line is the middle value, about 14,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2022 Subaru Outback recalls
Passenger air bag may fail to deploy
Injury riskA capacitor in the occupant detection sensors can crack and short circuit, which may stop the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash. A passenger without a working air bag faces a higher risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will replace the occupant detection sensors on the front passenger seat free of charge.
Recall 24V227000 · Mar 2024Park / neutral start interlock switch
An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail. An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge.
Recall 23V755000 · Nov 2023Windshield
The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting." An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge.
Recall 22V712000 · Sep 2022Damaged wiring can cause engine stalling
Can stallThe engine wiring harness may be damaged, creating a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit. This can cause the engine to stall while driving, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will replace the engine wiring harness and engine control unit at no cost to you.
Recall 22V473000 · Jul 2022Get an email when your 2022 Subaru Outback gets a new recall
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Outback years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2022 Subaru Outback problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2022 Subaru Outback a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 465 complaints with NHTSA, the 8th most of 18 Outback model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, electrical system and engine.
What are the most common 2022 Subaru Outback problems?
Owners most often report problems with the wipers and visibility, electrical system, engine and emergency braking system. 280 complaints (60%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield and power window devices and controls.
At what mileage do 2022 Subaru Outback wipers and visibility problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 3,000–20,000 miles, with a middle value near 7,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2022 Subaru Outback have?
4. Passenger air bag may fail to deploy (24V227000); Park / neutral start interlock switch (23V755000); Windshield (22V712000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2022 Subaru Outback?
Ask for service records covering the wipers and visibility, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2025, 2023 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.