2017 Subaru Outback Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 28 brake complaints for the 2017 Subaru Outback, 3% of its 917 total complaints, with 6 crashes and 3 injuries reported. A related 2016 recall (16V576000) covers loose front-left bolts, but is a separate issue from most brake complaints filed here.
- Brakes complaints
- 28
- 3% of 917
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 20,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the vehicle continuing to accelerate or lurching forward/backward even while the brake pedal is pressed, sometimes resulting in a crash into a fixed object.
- Several drivers describe unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers or while shifting into reverse or park, with the brake failing to stop the car.
- Some owners say the brake pedal sits too close to the gas pedal, causing both pedals to be pressed at once and producing unexpected acceleration while braking.
- One owner reported the parking brake engaging on its own at highway speed, causing the car to shudder and pull toward the shoulder.
- A reverse automatic braking system reportedly activated on its own due to sensor misreads on angled pavement.
When 2017 Subaru Outback brake complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 20, 2017, latest Jun 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Subaru Outback
- NHTSA 16V576000Aug 3, 2016Brakes99 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Outback vehicles manufactured June 20, 2016, to June 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may have improperly tightened attaching bolts for the front left and right brake calipers, wheel hubs, and the right stabilizer clamp.
Risk: If any of the front brake caliper, wheel hub or stabilizer clamp attaching bolts loosen or detach, the related components would also become loose and may detach possibly making the vehicle unstable and reducing the braking capability. These conditions would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts for proper torque, and replace any loose bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTE-66.
Brakes 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 brake complaints does the 2017 Subaru Outback have?
- NHTSA lists 28 brake complaints for the 2017 Outback, which is 3% of the 917 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Subaru Outback?
- Yes. Recall 16V576000, reported in August 2016, covers improperly tightened front-left brake attaching bolts; dealers inspect torque and replace loose bolts free of charge.
- Have brake problems caused crashes in the 2017 Outback?
- NHTSA data shows 6 crashes and 3 injuries linked to brake complaints for this model year.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2017 Outback is 20,500 miles.