How many engine complaints does the 2013 Subaru Outback have?

NHTSA lists 88 engine complaints for the 2013 Outback, which is 30% of the 297 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Subaru Outback engine problems?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this engine issue.

At what mileage do 2013 Outback engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2013 Outback is 30,000 miles.

How serious are the reported engine issues?

NHTSA data for this engine category on the 2013 Outback includes 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries among the reported complaints.

Is the 2013 Outback's 30% engine complaint share unusual compared to other years?

Yes. Among Outback model years listed, 2013 has the highest engine complaint share at 30%, compared to figures like 6% to 24% for most other years.

2013 Subaru Outback Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 88 engine complaints for the 2013 Subaru Outback, 30% of all 297 complaints filed for the year — the highest share of any Outback model year. Median mileage at failure is 30,000. No related recalls are listed for this engine issue.

Engine complaints: 88; 30% of 297
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine suddenly revs on its own at low speed or while braking, sometimes causing the car to lunge forward.
Vehicle unexpectedly accelerates from idle to full throttle while parking, with braking having little or no effect until the driver shifts into Park.
Engine fails to respond to the accelerator pedal at low speed, then resumes normally after the engine is shut off and restarted, with the failure recurring multiple times.
Smoke and fire reported coming from the engine/hood area while the vehicle was parked in a driveway.
Delayed engine response when accelerating from idle after slowing down, described as a considerable lag before the vehicle moves.

When 2013 Subaru Outback engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 22, 2013, latest Jan 6, 2026.

88 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q1; peak 2015 Q4 (7).

Engine recalls for the 2013 Subaru Outback

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Outback model year

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

201077 (22%)
2011113 (17%)
201259 (20%)
201388 (30%)
201449 (24%)
201574 (15%)
201674 (12%)
201769 (8%)
201857 (7%)
201964 (6%)
202061 (7%)
202137 (13%)
202226 (6%)
20233 (3%)
202410 (10%)
20258 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2013 Subaru Outback have?: NHTSA lists 88 engine complaints for the 2013 Outback, which is 30% of the 297 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Subaru Outback engine problems?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this engine issue.
At what mileage do 2013 Outback engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2013 Outback is 30,000 miles.
How serious are the reported engine issues?: NHTSA data for this engine category on the 2013 Outback includes 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries among the reported complaints.
Is the 2013 Outback's 30% engine complaint share unusual compared to other years?: Yes. Among Outback model years listed, 2013 has the highest engine complaint share at 30%, compared to figures like 6% to 24% for most other years.