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2002 Subaru Outback Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2002 Subaru Outback has 3 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2002 Subaru Outback

Brakes
31
Fuel System
24
Engine
23
Powertrain
19
Speed Control
11
Other
9
Visibility
6
Structure
5
Seat Belts
5
Tires
5
Suspension
4
Electrical
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 2, 2011ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTINGFUSE FOR TAIL LIGHTS BLEW DUE TO TAIL LIGHT SOCKET PARTIALLY MELTING (AREA WHERE THE TWO CONTACTS FO...
Apr 5, 2006ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTHE FRONT HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. I REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BUT THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. T...
Jan 1, 1970ELECTRICAL SYSTEMA ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE REAR HARNESS CAUSED THE TAIL LIGHTS NOT TO WORK ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WITH...

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