Model year guide

2001 Subaru Outback

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Subaru Outback is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 34 on record.

2001 Subaru Outback — representative photo
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2001 Subaru Outback at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints170
Typical price$2,137

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2001 Subaru Outback recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #13E065000 · 29/11/2013

Airtex Products LP (Airtex) is recalling certain model E8598M, E8518M, E8600M, E8596M, and E8597M fuel pumps manufactured July 26, 2013, and July 29, 2013 and used as aftermarket replacements on Subaru Baja's, Outback's and Legacy's. The affected fuel pumps were sold or installed into the aftermarket applications on or after July 26, 2013, and may may leak fuel from the base of a fuel line connection when the gas t…

Fix: Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Recall is expected to begin on January 2, 2014. Customers may contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056. The recall is expected to begin during January 2014. This recall is being conducted by Airtex, not by Subaru.

Vehicle Speed Control:cables NHTSA Campaign #04V128000 · 16/03/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, WAGONS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE COULD COME OUT OF ITS TRACK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER AND LODGE ON THE CONTROL LEVER TAB WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE THROTTLE WILL NOT RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION AND WILL REMAIN IN AN OPEN POSITION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CRUISE CONTROL CABLE RETAINING CLIP TO THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER TAB ON THE THROTTLE SHAFT IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE FROM COMING OUT OF ITS TRACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #03V153000 · 22/04/2003

THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME COMPONE…

Fix: DEALERS WILL CLEAN AND RUST-PROOF THE REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #02V282000 · 30/10/2002

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "P" (PARK) POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM, THAT IS INTENDED TO HOLD YOUR VEHICLE, MAY NOT ENGAGE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION JANUARY 8, 2003. AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT DURING NOVEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY W…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Subaru Outback common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2001 Subaru Outback worth?

Low
$700
Typical price
$2,137
High
$4,100

From 31 comparable 2001 Subaru Outback listings.

2001 Subaru Outback trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Limited · L.L. Bean Edition · VDC · OUTBACK · OUTBACK- L.L.Bean
Engines
2.5L · 3.0L

2001 Subaru Outback vehicles on record

2001 Subaru Outback L.L. Bean Edition4S3BH806217626341 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Limited4S3BH686117619177 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Limited4S3BE686517202573 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665216620628 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665917623925 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665016619154 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665117606360 2001 Subaru Outback Limited4S3BE686717200114 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH675017623620 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Limited4S3BH686017607067 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665617630430 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH675417632451 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665317650084 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH675X17653529 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665017644887 2001 Subaru Outback Limited4S3BH686X17627441 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback L.L. Bean Edition4S3BH806217640398 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665X17628213 2001 Subaru Outback VDC4S3BH896417658808 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665X16676509 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH665X17661924 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback Base4S3BH675217631900 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback L.L. Bean Edition4S3BH806617668138 2001 Subaru Outback 2001 Subaru Outback VDC4S3BH896717632607

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2001 Subaru Outback — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Subaru Outback have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Subaru Outback. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Subaru Outback?

Based on 170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, suspension, fuel/propulsion system.

How much is a 2001 Subaru Outback worth?

Comparable 2001 Subaru Outback listings run roughly $700–$4,100, typically around $2,137 (from 31 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.