How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Subaru Outback?

NHTSA lists 22 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Outback, which is 7% of the 297 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Subaru Outback structure or body issues?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2013 Outback.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Outback is 40,000 miles.

What kind of structure and body problems do 2013 Outback owners report most?

Owners most often describe headrest/seat positioning causing neck strain, smoke or fire near the passenger seat, and doors that will not open in cold weather.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

Yes, the 2013 Outback's Structure & Body complaints include 3 crashes, 3 fires, and 3 injuries.

2013 Subaru Outback Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Subaru Outback, 7% of the year's 297 total complaints. Owners report seat/headrest neck pain, fires near the passenger seat, and doors that jam shut, with a median failure mileage of 40,000. No related recall is on file.

Structure & Body complaints: 22; 7% of 297
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 40,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners describe the headrest angling too far forward, pushing the head and neck out of a straight position and leading to reported neck and spine pain.
Some report smoke or fire originating under or near the front passenger seat, in one case after an electrical drain repair at a dealership.
Several describe the driver's door failing to open from inside or outside in sub-freezing temperatures, even after cycling the power locks.
One owner reported a cargo-area tie-down breaking under a 50-pound load and being told it would not be replaced.
A driver reported a foot becoming wedged between the accelerator and brake pedals at low speed, resulting in a crash where airbags did not deploy.

When 2013 Subaru Outback body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 11, 2013, latest Jul 17, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Jul 2026; peak Feb 2013 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2013 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.

201018 (5%)
201115 (2%)
20129 (3%)
201322 (7%)
201413 (6%)
201537 (7%)
201621 (3%)
201729 (3%)
201824 (3%)
201934 (3%)
202027 (3%)
20218 (3%)
20229 (2%)
20236 (7%)
20246 (6%)
20253 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Subaru Outback?: NHTSA lists 22 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Outback, which is 7% of the 297 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Subaru Outback structure or body issues?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2013 Outback.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Outback is 40,000 miles.
What kind of structure and body problems do 2013 Outback owners report most?: Owners most often describe headrest/seat positioning causing neck strain, smoke or fire near the passenger seat, and doors that will not open in cold weather.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: Yes, the 2013 Outback's Structure & Body complaints include 3 crashes, 3 fires, and 3 injuries.