How many brake complaints does the 2011 Subaru Outback have?

NHTSA lists 84 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Subaru Outback, which is 13% of the 651 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Subaru Outback?

Yes. Recall 18V626000 covers 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback models with manual transmissions where the electronic parking brake may not engage as intended. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 80,500 miles at the time of brake-related failure for the 2011 Outback.

Have brake problems caused crashes in the 2011 Outback?

Yes. NHTSA records 11 crashes and 2 injuries tied to brake complaints for this model year.

Is the brake complaint rate worse for 2011 than other Outback years?

The 2011 Outback's 13% brake complaint share is close to nearby years like 2012 at 14% and 2010 at 11%, but higher than later years such as 2016-2020, which range from 2% to 3%.

2011 Subaru Outback Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 84 brake complaints for the 2011 Subaru Outback, 13% of its 651 total complaints, with 11 crashes and 2 injuries reported. A related recall (18V626000) covers the electronic parking brake on manual-transmission cars, though it is not a do-not-drive recall.

Brakes complaints: 84; 13% of 651
Crashes reported: 11
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 80,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden loss of braking at low speed, with the pedal going to the floor without stopping the vehicle.
Some report long brake pedal travel and increased stopping distance before a collision.
Electronic parking brake on manual-transmission cars fails to engage, letting the vehicle roll and gain speed on an incline.
Several describe the brakes locking abruptly at highway on-ramp speeds during wet or icy conditions, sometimes linked to anti-lock system malfunction.
A few owners report the brake pedal makes a clicking noise on release, alongside a dashboard passenger airbag sensor warning.

When 2011 Subaru Outback brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 29, 2011, latest Aug 3, 2025.

84 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q3 to 2025 Q3; peak 2016 Q2 (5).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Subaru Outback

NHTSA 18V626000Sep 13, 2018Brakes27,175 vehicles
Parking brake
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not engage as intended, allowing the vehicle to rollaway if the transmission is not in the proper gear when parked.
Risk: A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPB actuator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTV-81.

Brakes complaints by Outback model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200542 (15%)
200628 (10%)
200713 (10%)
200834 (15%)
20099 (8%)
201041 (11%)
201184 (13%)
201241 (14%)
201333 (11%)
201424 (12%)
201531 (6%)
201622 (3%)
201728 (3%)
201821 (3%)
201925 (2%)
202017 (2%)
20218 (3%)
202211 (2%)
20237 (8%)
20244 (4%)
20256 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Subaru Outback have?: NHTSA lists 84 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Subaru Outback, which is 13% of the 651 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Subaru Outback?: Yes. Recall 18V626000 covers 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback models with manual transmissions where the electronic parking brake may not engage as intended. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 80,500 miles at the time of brake-related failure for the 2011 Outback.
Have brake problems caused crashes in the 2011 Outback?: Yes. NHTSA records 11 crashes and 2 injuries tied to brake complaints for this model year.
Is the brake complaint rate worse for 2011 than other Outback years?: The 2011 Outback's 13% brake complaint share is close to nearby years like 2012 at 14% and 2010 at 11%, but higher than later years such as 2016-2020, which range from 2% to 3%.