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2019 Subaru Outback body & structure problems

The 2019 Subaru Outback has 28 body & structure complaints filed with NHTSA — 2% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

28

Body & Structure complaints

2%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Body & Structure complaints by year

Related recalls

19V493000Body & StructureJune 26, 2019 · 2,107 units

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.

Common questions

How many body & structure complaints does the 2019 Subaru Outback have?

NHTSA has 28 complaints about the 2019 Subaru Outback body & structure — 2% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2019 Subaru Outback body & structure?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the body & structure: 19V493000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.