2025 Subaru Outback recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Subaru Outback and 83 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance (21), unknown or other (18), lane departure (15). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 23–28 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Outback model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 5.6 per model year.
Recalls 0
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Subaru Outback. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Outback.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system conducted an emergency , neck snapping stop while backing out of a sloped driveway at 9PM local time, zip 94596, walnut creek, California. There was no vehicle traffic, pedestrian traffic or other movements nearby to trigger the RAB system. There was a local rescue ambulance parked on another intersecting street, well over 300 feet away, wit…
The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving on the freeway in stop-and-go traffic with the automatic braking system activated, the vehicle erroneously reversed and failed to immediately stop while depressing the brake pedal. The contact shifted out of drive(D) and then back to drive(D), and the vehicle stopped. The contact stated that the failu…
July 4, 2025 car had about 4100 miles Severe dangerous phantom braking on highway CA 280 N just prior to foothill expressway exit at about 7:30 pm. Suddenly while traveling 60+ MPH on mid lanes of freeway car auto braking caused car to brake/slow to 1/2 speed with no visible obstacle seen by any of 4 adults in car. Multi[ple Dash lights up with eyesite failure and all red , gr…
Safety ratings
2025 Subaru Outback SW AWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Subaru Outback.
Outback AWD
Auto (AV-S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Outback AWD
Auto (AV-S8) · 4 cyl · 2.4 L · Turbo
Regular
Outback Wilderness AWD
Auto (AV-S8) · 4 cyl · 2.4 L · Turbo
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Subaru Outback have?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 Subaru Outback. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Subaru Outback?
Based on 83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (21), unknown or other (18), lane departure (15).
Is the 2025 Subaru Outback safe?
The 2025 Subaru Outback earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Subaru Outback?
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Outback model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 5.6 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Subaru Outback get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Subaru Outback range from 23 to 28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: OUTBACK, Outback.