2010 Subaru Outback Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Subaru Outback, about 5% of its 356 total complaints. Reported issues include water leaks, frame/sub-frame corrosion, door handle failures, and loose interior grab handles, with a median failure mileage of 49,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 18
- 5% of 356
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 49,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Owners report water leaking into the cabin through clogged drain areas, soaking floor mats and causing mold.
- Some describe corrosion on the engine frame or rear sub-frame area, found even on relatively new or low-mileage vehicles.
- Door handles have failed to release the latch, trapping the driver inside and forcing exit through the passenger side.
- Interior grab handles in the back and front passenger area have popped out of their sockets with little force.
- Owners note vibration felt through door panels, brake pedal, and seat back while stopped or at low speed.
- Head restraints were reported as angled too far forward, leading to reported neck and back discomfort.
When 2010 Subaru Outback body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint May 6, 2010, latest Jul 28, 2026.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2010 Subaru Outback
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Structure & Body complaints by Outback model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2010 Subaru Outback have?
- NHTSA lists 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Outback, making up about 5% of its 356 total complaints that year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Subaru Outback's body or structure?
- No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2010 Outback.
- At what mileage do structure and body problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 49,000 miles.
- What kinds of structure and body problems do owners report?
- Owners describe water leaks into the cabin, frame or sub-frame corrosion, door handles that fail to open, and interior grab handles that pop loose.