2022 Subaru Outback Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 465 owner complaints for the 2022 Subaru Outback. The EPA rates it 24 to 29 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 465
- Crashes / fires reported
- 10 / 4
- EPA combined
- 24–29 MPG
2022 Subaru Outback recalls
Air BagsMar 22, 2024 · NHTSA 24V227000+
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Power TrainNov 9, 2023 · NHTSA 23V755000+
Risk: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
VisibilitySep 22, 2022 · NHTSA 22V712000+
Risk: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Engine and Engine CoolingJul 1, 2022 · NHTSA 22V473000+
Risk: A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2022 Subaru Outback problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Visibility/Wiper255
- Unknown or Other87
- Electrical System52
- Visibility26
- Engine23
- Forward Collision Avoidance23
- Power Train18
- Lane Departure11
2022 Subaru Outback gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S8) | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,200 |
| Outback AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S8) | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S8) | 22 | 26 | 24 | $2,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2022 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Subaru Outback, most recently for the air bags (Mar 22, 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Subaru Outback problems?
Owners filed 465 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are visibility/wiper (255), unknown or other (87), electrical system (52).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Subaru Outback get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Subaru Outback at 24 to 29 MPG combined (best version: 26 city / 33 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.