I noticed when driving that my horn had stopped working. I am unsure if this is related to the airbag replacement or some other issue. The concern is that most people do not check their horns for functionality before it is really needed. I was able to get it repaired at a cost of 529.58

- New London, CT, USA

The Roll Connector Harness failed, and use of the horn was disabled. It is due to the mechanical steering of the vehicle, and fails over time. As a multiple Subaru owner this has been a topic of safety with most of the owners with 2014 Subarus. Subaru changed the design/engineering of this part in 2016 due to the concern. Because they won't issue a recall, and the cost of repair is high ($400+), mainly due to the location of the part, many will not fix the issue. There is no way to warn other drivers or deer without use of the horn. This has put me in harm's way multiple times until I finally got it fixed. I have contacted my dealer who says it is one of the more common issues they see with this year and probably 2015 as well. It needs to be recalled so everyone with this problem can get their cars fixed instead of Subaru charging for a known problem and making money over safety.

- Columbia Falls, MT, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill when the contact saw unknown warning lights were flickering on and off. The contact parked the vehicle and went inside a store when approximately 10 minutes later the vehicle was on fire. Fire marshals and police extinguished the fire and a report was taken; no one was injured. The vehicle was then towed to an insurance lot where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis. The manufacturer was informed of failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

- Tesuque, NM, USA

Driving at highway speeds with over half a tank of gas and car just shut down, no warning lights, no noise just shut down and lost all control. Fortunately was able to safely move to shoulder. Sat there for a few minutes, called subaru dealer (no suggestions though i now know there is a recall (NHTSA 21V587000) for an identical problem in newer subaru outbacks and also plenty of online sites suggesting this has happened to other outbacks. Car restarted and we were able to complete our ride home, very scary to think of what could have happened if we were in a different situation of traffic or highway conditions.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

Horn malfunctions. Press horn on steering wheel is dead silent. However, if I enable the Panic button on key, the alarm sounds. When I start the car after pressing Panic button, the horn I steering wheel works. Sporadic operation.

- Cumberland , RI, USA

The rear view camera was not designed or manufactured properly and it allows moisture to get into the camera itself. After a while the camera with fuzzy picture and eventually you can not view things properly or see them at all. There are many other complaints by others on the internet. This makes it unsafe to back the car up if trying to use the camera to assist in clearing the path especially at night.

- Willoughby, OH, USA

1. rear liftgate will not open when using remote or sensor on vehicle. Only way to open is to crawl from inside to the back, pop a lid and then maneuver latch release. No way to open liftgate from outside the vehicle. I'm 66 and disabled. 2. excessive oil use reported by technicians during oil change.

- Long Beach, CA, USA

HVAC fan control switch and connector melted

- Rochester, NY, USA

The back-up camera started flickering when backing in parking lot. That happened twice. The next time it completely stopped working when backing out of driveway. The screen doesn't even show that I'm backing-up.

- Oregon, WI, USA

My back-up camera completely stopped working. The car doesn't even switch into a mode where I can see the camera when I shift the car into reverse; it stays on whatever screen it was on. Nothing happened to the vehicle, it just quit working yesterday afternoon.

- Kirkwood, MO, USA

Since 5/2019 my Subaru has been in for service 5 times due to the dashboard lights flashing while driving. The brake light, check engine light, and the cruise control light. My remote starter and radio do not work either. Each time it's brought in for the same problem I am given a different reason, charged a fee and sent on my way, until it happens again! getting a little tired of having my chain yanked. Subaru needs to do a recall for this recurring problem.my car ran fine until the passenger air bag was changed, due to a recall.

- Bronx, NY, USA

Battery failing prematurely even new. Leaving drivers and occupants stranded in winter freezing, or summer hot weather. I had total of 4 episodes of battery failure in my 2014 Outback bought new on 8/12/2014. Subaru factory battery failed twice when car was less then 20K miles in January 2017, replaced under warranty, then again failed twice again with the replaced battery 11/26/2019 at 47K miles. Subaru dealer refused to replace the battery this time stating warranty had expired. Researched online found similar complaints about Subaru batteries below: Vehicle 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5I limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl cvt) review I have had persistent problems with a dead battery. If I don't drive the car for at least one-half hour each day, the... 3.9/5(196) mileage: 106400 drive train: All wheel drive mpg: 25 combined mpg Subaru battery problems? questions about Subaru battery on... https://www.justanswer.com/topics-battery Subaru battery problems a car or automobile battery is a device which stores and supplies electrical energy. This is supplied to the ignition system, appliances and lights, and to power the starter motor. An automobile battery can be recharged which begins to happen once the engine is started. Battery on my new 2017 Subaru forester runs down - car on... Nov 18, 2017 about 3 weeks ago I had a dead battery that I needed... Jul 21, 2012 Subaru alternator troubleshooting questions answered

- Portland, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Outback. While driving, the traction control, brake, and atm oil temperature warning indicators illuminated. When the failure occurred, the gears and cruise control failed to function. The vehicle was taken to grove Subaru of silverthorne (171 9th St, silverthorne, co 80498, (970) 276-6039) where it was diagnosed that code: P0971 failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

- Gypsum, CO, USA

While driving locally the indicator lights on the dashboard started flashing (cruise control, check engine and brake lights).parked car, checked gas cap and disconnected battery and cleaned terminals, problem continued. Took the car to our local auto mechanic (after some not so pleasant dealings with Subaru) 7/22/19 he performed computer diagnostic and found faulty oxygen sensor. $601.38. Car worked well until today. Returning home from store the lights are flashing again back to the mechanic. 18,000 miles on the car!

- Bronx, NY, USA

Spontaneous engine fire while driving - Mar 07,2019 - 2014 Subaru Outback with current maintenance and no prior history of malfunction. During a 2.1 mile drive on city streets electrical disturbances of the radio/media console were noted, followed shortly thereafter by black smoke from under the hood. The car was immediately pulled to the side of the road. Upon exiting the car, the smoke had become white and flames were noted under the car. The front of the car soon became engulfed in flames. The entire front of the car was burnt/melted. No one was injured.

- Owens Cross Roads, AL, USA

Rear tail running light bulbs inside the lift/tail gate were burnt out and when replacing the bulbs the plastic housing the bulbs press into were charred and cracked. I fear this is a potential fire hazard given the state of charring. My vehicle did not experience a fire, but I am submitting this complaint in case similar vehicles have caught fire from this area.

- Orchard Lake, MI, USA

Electronic parking brake actuator failed. When this occurs you can't use the parking brake and the eyesight safety equipment does not work. This occurs at startup, when the vehicle goes through it's diagnostic checks. Car has stranded us twice with the brake not allowing us to disengage. Eventually, after starting car multiple times or removing battery, it will work briefly to allow to disengage. Now we don't set the parking brake, or use the eyesight. Subaru has recalled their manual transmission models with this issue, but not the automatic transmission models.

- Shelton, WA, USA

4 headlamps changed. 2 fog lamps, both front marker lights, both rear stop lights and turn signals. Unit was purchased in may of 2014 from dealer showroom. I have changed more lights on this vehicle than my last 5 cars combined. Is there an electrical or wiring issue here?

- Edison, NJ, USA

Vehicle is stopped, transmission is in park and ignition key can not be removed after turning vehicle off. Jiggling the transmission shifter seems to fix the issue.

- Charlottesville, VA, USA

On or about Nov 24, 2015, an ignition problem developed. When turning the ignition switch there was no power. With each turn, more and more power turned until it finally started. According to sheehy Subaru, springfield, va, there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and stated "I needed to start the car ever couple of days." About 2 weeks later, reynolds GMC Subaru came and picked up the car and said there was technical bulletin out for this problem (I was not able to locate) and they have fixed twenty other cars with this same problem. The car was fine until January 11, 2016, the car started exhibiting the same ignition issues. I contacted reynolds who contacted Subaru engineers who said not to have my foot on the gas pedal when I turn the ignition key. The vehicle starts with a foot on the gas pedal or not. They stated the car was designed not to start with a foot on the pedal. I was called back and then told the Subaru engineers said the problem is intermittent, some vehicles have this problem and others don't. deal with it. The car has 15K miles and is almost brand new and has major electrical problems. On Tuesday, January 12th, 2015, dash instructions began flashing on and off. That is not normal. Prior to having nitrogen put in the tires, the car constantly pulled to the right and lost air pressure weekly. But now I am very concerned about the electrical problems. Subaru has been notified.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA