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2018 Subaru Outback Backup System Problems

6 owner-reported backup system complaints from NHTSA data

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Apr 2025Nov 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (6)

mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera failed to display a rearview image, comprising the back over prevention system. No warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11672269
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION,EQUIPMENT
Filed: Apr 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while reversing, the display screen image was glaring and cloudy. Additionally, the infotainment screen failed to function properly and made beeping sounds, distracting the contact while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11656021
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Nov 2024

The screen that controls everything in the car is delaminating and it prevents the driver from being able to see the back up camera properly and is a distraction to drivers. This is a known issue with this year vehicle. Subaru won’t replace and only offered me 750 to get it fixed which means I would still have to come out of pocket $900 for a known defect.

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NHTSA #: 11626727
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Oct 2024

The radio headunit which houses the backup camera freezes. When this happens, the backup camera does not work. Vehicle was brought to a Subaru dealership, and confirmed that radio unit freezes, and diagnostic did not improve system.

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NHTSA #: 11619920
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the Eyesight system had become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the system was recalibrated.

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NHTSA #: 11588643
lowBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Oct 2024

The infotainment screen has delaminated rendering it unusable and will intermittantly interrupt the backup camera while moving. This is the second screen already with this issue in my vehicle

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NHTSA #: 11620100

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