In 2001 I had to have my transmission replaced because the engine would not hold the car back when going down hills. I was going down a steep mountain road and had to use the brakes alone. It did not matter if it was in 1, 2 or D it was the same as neutral. It would also not shift into the top gear on the freeway. It cost over $3000 to get a Subaru rebuilt transmission put in at the dealer. It had 97K on it at the time. I just now took my car to the dealer because the car was shaking and hesitating. The dealer told me that the car needed a new transmission and it would cost $3500. This transmission is only 4 years old and has less than 50K on it! I can't afford to replace the trans every 4 years.

- Santa Ana, CA, USA

Vehicle continuously jumps out of gear.

- Unknown, UN, USA

While driving about 40 mph, the driver's hand accidently hit the button on the gear shift which caused vehicle to slow down. Driver pulled over to side of road, and noticed that the gear shift indicator was in the reverse position. After restarting, the vehicle was very sluggish. The vehicle is being serviced by the dealership.

- Bushkill, PA, USA