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2017 Subaru Outback Lights Problems

Lights complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2017 Subaru Outback has 5 NHTSA lights complaints and 0 lights-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2017 Subaru Outback

Electrical
381
Visibility
217
Other
153
Powertrain
41
Speed Control
25
Steering
21
Structure
20
Engine
14
Airbags
14
Brakes
9
Lights
5
Suspension
5
Tires
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Lights Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Feb 15, 2025EXTERIOR LIGHTINGHeadlight lenses fill up with water on interior of lenses causes headlights to distort lighting and ...
Sep 10, 2023EXTERIOR LIGHTINGMy 2017 Subaru outback has moisture forming inside the passenger side headlight. Temperature does no...
Apr 2, 2021EXTERIOR LIGHTINGTHE HEADLIGHTS (HID WITH AUTO-LEVELING) ARE POINTED DANGEROUSLY LOW. THEY DO NOT ILLUMINATE THE ROAD...
Jul 10, 2018EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI have been stranded repeatedly by my subaru since it was purchased with drained batteries, no expla...
Aug 27, 2016EXTERIOR LIGHTINGSUBARU MARKETS THEIR HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA) FEATURE AS WORKING 'IN CONJUNCTION WITH EYESIGHT TO AUTO...

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