2015 Subaru Outback Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2015 Subaru Outback, 1 of them with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The newest was filed on March 4, 2018. A campaign covers some or all cars of this model year. To check one car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Some campaigns carry a safety warning

One campaign is flagged by NHTSA with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. If you own a 2015 Subaru Outback, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls today.

Electronic stability control (esc)1Steering1Forward collision avoidance1Power train1Trailer hitches1

Recall campaigns for the 2015 Subaru Outback

NHTSA 16V251000 · filed March 4, 2018

Electronic stability control (esc)

What NHTSA says: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

The risk: Poor performance of the electronic stability control system when it is activated may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix, as filed: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will perform an ABS activation, then flush and replace the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTC-64.

Campaign 16V251000 on nhtsa.gov

Do not driveNHTSA 16V292000 · filed November 5, 2016

Steering: column

What NHTSA says: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.

The risk: The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.

The fix, as filed: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.

Campaign 16V292000 on nhtsa.gov

NHTSA 15V366000 · filed December 6, 2015

Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking

What NHTSA says: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.

The risk: If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix, as filed: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.

Campaign 15V366000 on nhtsa.gov

NHTSA 15V502000 · filed October 8, 2015

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

What NHTSA says: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.

The risk: If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.

The fix, as filed: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.

Campaign 15V502000 on nhtsa.gov

NHTSA 14V577000 · filed July 9, 2015

Trailer hitches

What NHTSA says: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Outback vehicles manufactured January 22, 2014, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with a Subaru accessory trailer hitch assembly. During installation, the trailer hitch mounting nuts may have been overtightened, potentially resulting in failure of the trailer hitch mounting studs.

The risk: The mounting nut(s) may not provide sufficient force to remain attached to the studs or the studs themselves might break. If this were to happen while a trailer is being towed, the driver might not be able to operate the vehicle as desired or the trailer may detach from the vehicle. Either situation could increase the risk of a crash.

The fix, as filed: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight mounting nuts for the trailer hitch assembly, and will inspect all eight mounting studs for damage, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2014. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQN-50.

Campaign 14V577000 on nhtsa.gov

Other model years

2014 Outback: 10 recalls 2016 Outback: 4 recalls Every Subaru Outback year

Before you buy or sell a 2015 Subaru Outback

Check the car itself

This list is for the model year. Only a VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows which recalls are still open on one car.

Confirm the build

Recalls often cover one engine, trim or build period. Decode the VIN to see what the car left the factory with.

Retiring the car?

See a rough scrap and parts value with the working shown. It is an estimate, not an offer.

Source: NHTSA recall data, checked November 1, 2026.Not affiliated with NHTSA or Subaru.

2015 Subaru Outback recalls: common questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Subaru Outback have?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2015 Subaru Outback as of November 1, 2026. Each campaign covers some or all vehicles of that model year, so not every car is affected by every recall.

How do I check if my 2015 Subaru Outback has an open recall?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's own recall page. That lookup shows the recalls still unrepaired on that one car, which this page cannot do. The VIN is on the driver's side of the dashboard, seen through the windshield, and on your registration card.

Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

Under federal law the manufacturer generally has to fix a safety recall at no charge to the owner. There are limits, for example for vehicles first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires). A Subaru dealer does the work, so call one with your VIN to book it.

What do "do not drive" and "park outside" mean on a recall?

They are warnings NHTSA flags on some campaigns. Do not drive means the manufacturer advises owners not to drive affected vehicles until the repair is done. Park outside means it advises parking affected vehicles outdoors and away from buildings because of a fire risk. For the 2015 Subaru Outback, 1 campaign carry the do-not-drive flag.

Where does this recall list come from?

From NHTSA, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which publishes recall records as public data. We refresh the list every week and show NHTSA's own wording for each campaign. We are not affiliated with NHTSA or with any vehicle manufacturer.