Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have a structural recall?

Yes. Recall 19V493000 covers improperly applied spot welds on the duct below the cowl panel on 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles, which can affect body strength.

How common are body and structure complaints for the 2019 Outback?

NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints, which is 3% of the 1,034 total complaints filed for the 2019 Outback.

What is the most common structural issue owners report?

Spontaneous windshield cracking is the most frequently described issue in the sample complaints, often starting without any apparent impact.

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

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 6,150 miles for Structure & Body complaints on the 2019 Outback.

2019 Subaru Outback Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints for the 2019 Subaru Outback, 3% of its 1,034 total complaints for the year. A related recall (19V493000) covers faulty spot welds on the cowl duct panel affecting body strength. Median mileage at failure was 6,150 miles.

Structure & Body complaints: 34; 3% of 1,034
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 6,150 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Windshields reportedly crack spontaneously, often starting near the wiper or top edge and spreading across the glass without any visible impact.
Interior trim panels, including one above the driver's pedals, have detached due to missing clips and screws, in one case interfering with pedal use.
Owners report the rear liftgate cannot be manually released from inside if someone is trapped, since only an exterior button and a hard-to-reach interior panel control the latch.
The tailgate has reportedly opened on its own multiple times while parked, in some cases draining the battery.
Some owners describe faulty spot welds in the body structure, consistent with the recalled cowl duct panel welds.

When 2019 Subaru Outback body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 14, 2019, latest Jan 4, 2026.

34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2019 to Jan 2026; peak Jun 2021 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2019 Subaru Outback

NHTSA 19V493000Jun 26, 2019Structure & Body2,107 vehicles
Structure
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.

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

Does the 2019 Subaru Outback have a structural recall?: Yes. Recall 19V493000 covers improperly applied spot welds on the duct below the cowl panel on 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles, which can affect body strength.
How common are body and structure complaints for the 2019 Outback?: NHTSA lists 34 Structure & Body complaints, which is 3% of the 1,034 total complaints filed for the 2019 Outback.
What is the most common structural issue owners report?: Spontaneous windshield cracking is the most frequently described issue in the sample complaints, often starting without any apparent impact.
At what mileage do structure and body problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 6,150 miles for Structure & Body complaints on the 2019 Outback.