2016 Subaru Outback Transmission Problems

Subaru dealer diagnosed oil leaks on the valve cover gaskets. I took the car to an independent repair business and the problem was diagnosed as a camshaft carrier oil leak. Upon removing the necessary parts, the company reported to me they found chunks of silicone around the carrier.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 subaru outback. The contact stated that while his wife had attempted to park the vehicle, the vehicle independently accelerated while at a complete stop. The contact stated that the vehicle jumped a curb and hit a tree; however, his wife was unsure if any warning lights had illuminated during the failure.

While driving on the highway, the transmission in my 2016 subaru outback started making a loud grinding sound and violently halted the car to a stop. I was lucky enough that it wasn't during a busy time and an accident was narrowly avoided. This transmission only had 67,000 miles on it and is actually the second transmission that car has had.

The CVT transmission failed at 79k miles at highway speeds causing the car to violently stall. We barely avoided hitting the cars around us trying to pull over. Luckily there was no car to rear end us.

I had a major issue with this vehicle on june 24. We were driving back from our family vacation when I was passing a semi truck on a two lane road the vehicle suddenly lost power to the wheels and would not accelerate. As I stepped on the gas the engine revved up but the vehicle was not accelerating.

Your 2016 Subaru Outback's CVT transmission jerks and grabs when you accelerate from a stop, especially when the engine is cold. A dealer confirmed a CVT oil pump cover leak within your warranty period, but the repair was never completed and your warranty expired before you could get it fixed. This unpredictable jerking at intersections and during merging creates a safety risk. The issue will likely require CVT transmission fluid service, oil pump cover replacement, or transmission rebuild depending on the underlying cause.

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the passenger’s side wheel window trim was slightly pivoted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the trim needed to be replaced.

Complete draining of battery just sitting there for no reason... We see this is an enormous problem with outbacks, and we have one with great problems leaving us stranded !

2.12 february 2021, vehicle milage approaching 42,000. Traveling from mazama wa to seattle via wa hwy 20, us 97 and I-90, traveled +/- 200 miles. Temperature ranges from 10f to 20f.

We have had 2 major issues with this car: 1- multiple episodes of battery failure requiring a jump start over the last year. This has happened when the car was not used for a week, but also randomly after a drive. Just happened 4 days ago after a 30 minute highway drive- when we came back out to the car after 15 minutes, it wouldn't start.

Car stalled in the middle of an intersection. It was truly frightening because the baby was in the car and it was during morning commute rush hours when everyone is rushing. The car is relatively new with 35k miles and am the only owner of the vehicle.

I had experienced a shudder, pop, revving rpms of the vehicles before a sudden power loss at highway speed (65mph). I was unable to accelerate and had limited steering to get off the highway safely. The vehicle had stalled by the time I was on the side of the road.

This issue is a safety enhancement request affecting top of the line subaru outback 2016 limited/premium models equipped with keyless ignition systems. This issue is similar to that reported in NHTSA id number:10881286. Issue: it is possible for a driver to inadvertently turn off the engine (we are only human) using the start/stop button when the vehicle is in drive, park or neutral.

Less than 1 week later, 2nd occurrence: while driving on interstate, all warning lights came on and vehicle suddenly lost forward movement. Vehicle was running but not engaging enough to propel vehicle. Towed to dealer, dealer repaired pilot pin in transmission.

3rd occurrence: while driving on a state highway, vehicle jerked, all warning lights came on and vehicle lost movement with resistance. Towed to dealer.

The "SELECT LEVER COMPLETE" or fear shift neutral park sensor switch stops working. Subaru has acknowledged the issue and issued a TSB (NUMBER: 16-112-18R). The issue is that the car does not sense it is in park or Neutral, even though the shifter is in that position.

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be serviced; however, while the mechanic was inspecting the vehicle, he noticed oil splatter inside the engine compartment. The vehicle was diagnosed with an oil leak.

oil leak from power train

Battery corrosion on terminal post and drained for no reason, failed battery test and had to be replaced. Windshield has imperfections throughout and cracks easily. Shift mechanism will not release the vehicle key while in park.

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently started shuddering and jerking. The contact also stated that the vehicle was making abnormal sounds.

Unable to turn key to off position when in neutral and unable to remove key from the ignition. In order to get the key out of the ignition, the car needs to be restarted and turned back off or the gear shift needs to be pushed as hard as possible into the neutral position multiple times.

Parking shifter sensor is failing intermittently. This prevents removing the key from the ignition. Seems to react better when you throw the shifter into park forcefully.

For a few years off and on with the car stopped and attempting to complete parking, the key would not turn from the acc to off position or release the key from the ignition. Of the several times we mentioned it to multiple dealerships, we were told it was our technique, not a problem with the vehicle.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 subaru outback. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. Aaa was contacted and the vehicle was jump started.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 subaru outback. The contact stated that the key would not release from the ignition. The vehicle had to be turned on an off multiple times in order for the key to release.

Front right cv joint started making a clicking sound that became extremely bad after one month. We were told to replace immediately due to safety hazard. Had to replace the cv axel costing over $600.

Subaru outback 2016 4dr 2.5i - vehicle began making loud noise when driving in the highway. Noise coming from the rear passenger side of vehicle. Took to subaru dealer in chandler az and dealer changed right-rear wheel hub bearing.

Wobbling and shaking occurs when the car is in motion (when accelerating). Happens on street and on highway. Service advisor recommended transmission replacement.

The automatic transmission does not engage often causing a jerking motion of the car which is undiagnosed for the past 3 years. Subaru extended the transmission warranty for one year. I want it fixed.

My 2016 subaru outback 3.6 limited has 64,000 miles on it. Recently I noticed an unfamiliar noise. When I brought it to a mechanic he said it needed a wheel bearing and the wheel was about to fall off.

Had complained about car jolting at stop lights on occasion in gear at full stop at lights. No diagnosis. Changed gas thinking it might help.

1st occurrence: while driving on a county road, all warning lights came on. Brought vehicle back to dealer, dealer replaced the transmission.

When I back up and stop and put transmission into drive there is a 3 to 4 second hesitation before the vehicle goes forward. This hesitation puts me into risk as I back out of driveway onto a busy urban street. The dealership says this the way the CVT transmission works.

Stationary vehicle rolls back significantly when on any incline when in gear. It has an automatic transmission which rolls in drive and reverse. The dealer said all vehicles roll when in gear.

Stationary vehicle rolls back significantly when on any incline when in gear. It has an automatic transmission which rolls in drive and reverse. The dealer said all vehicles roll when in gear.

I’m unable to remove the car key from the ignition when the vehicle shifter is in Park.

Transmission went out at 72,000 miles. Was told it was not covered by warranty even though I purchased extended warranty. Will never buy another Subaru again.

The transmission, without warning, stopped functioning.

Noticing when I park my car the key won't release from ignition switch when car lever is set in "p" position. As I push in and turn the key from start to lock the key will stay acc position won't go into lock.

I regularly cannot remove key from ignition while in park. The ignition does not seem to recognize the vehicle is in park, so I have to restart car, shift do drive, reshift to park and try to remove key multiple times. This has been happening consistently and is worst when parked on a hill.

Key gets stuck in ignition when put into park and can't take key out of ignition after turning car off.

When stopped, unable to remove key from ignition (unable to move key from acc position to lock position such that key remains in ignition). Safety concern: unaccompanied child could start vehicle. Unlocked vehicle could be stolen with keys in ignition.

Key sticks in the ignition and will not come out. The failing park position switch did not allow the key to be turned to the fully off position for key removal.

I was in a store parking lot. I drove approx. 2 blocks and came to a full stop where there was a pedestrian crossing.