2024 Subaru Outback Problems
What owners have reported about the 2024 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 2024 Subaru Outback a good year?
It's one of the better years for the Outback. Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Outback model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, emergency braking system and electrical system.
104 complaints 0 recalls 16th worst of 18 Outback years
Top 2024 Subaru Outback problems
Wiper and visibility problems
23 complaints (22%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield.
Emergency braking problems
18 complaints (17%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Electrical problems
16 complaints (15%) name the electrical system.
Engine problems
7 complaints (7%) name the engine.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2024 Subaru Outback recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Subaru Outback.
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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.
Common questions
Is the 2024 Subaru Outback a reliable year?
It's one of the better years for the Outback. Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Outback model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, emergency braking system and electrical system.
What are the most common 2024 Subaru Outback problems?
Owners most often report problems with the wipers and visibility, emergency braking system, electrical system and engine. 23 complaints (22%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield.
How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru Outback have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
Should I buy a used 2024 Subaru Outback?
Ask for service records covering the wipers and visibility 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.