# \#subaru **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/subaru/32.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Rhythmic Humming Noise at Highway Speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rhythmic-humming-noise-at-highway-speeds/196416)
**Author:** [@allycat312\_191423](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allycat312_191423)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rhythmic-humming-noise-at-highway-speeds/196416 "2026-09-27T01:23:00Z")
Hi, I need serious help. I have a 2013 Subaru Outback that since I bought it, has had a rhythmic humming noise/vibration when at highway speeds (55-70). Sounds like a hum, hum, hum once per second. Vibration doesn’t shak… --- ## [2015 Subaru Outback - TPMS with spare?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-tpms-with-spare/156473)
**Author:** [@LowellSchwartz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LowellSchwartz)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-tpms-with-spare/156473 "2026-02-14T17:44:30Z")
When the low tire pressure light is on, does that tire pressure includes the spare tire or not? --- ## [Subaru Turbo and Short Block $6,000?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-turbo-and-short-block-6-000/58050)
**Author:** [@kkindle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kkindle)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-turbo-and-short-block-6-000/58050 "2026-01-28T01:15:57Z")
Returning to Upstate NY from a T'giving visit in Boston, my turbo bit the bullet on the Mass pike around Worcester. Just prior to losing it, I smelled what seemed like plastic burning, but thought it was coming from the … --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback - It opens itself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-it-opens-itself/145840)
**Author:** [@AlAbrahamson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlAbrahamson)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2025, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-it-opens-itself/145840 "2025-08-20T01:49:23Z")
OK. After reading some of the above comments, I now know I’m not crazy! Our 2018 Subaru Outback was parked in our garage. We used it yesterday with no problem. This morning, upon entering the garage, I noticed the re… --- ## [2017 Subaru - A puff of smoke followed by the coldest blowing AC my car has ever put out?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-a-puff-of-smoke-followed-by-the-coldest-blowing-ac-my-car-has-ever-put-out/201405)
**Author:** [@booster.scoots\_5m\_194335](https://community.cartalk.com/u/booster.scoots_5m_194335)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2025, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-a-puff-of-smoke-followed-by-the-coldest-blowing-ac-my-car-has-ever-put-out/201405 "2025-08-19T03:10:24Z")
My 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has always had very wimpy air conditioning, ever since I bought it brand new. When you first start it up, it blows room temperature, barely cool air until you get on the highway and drive a few m… --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback nav system fails in heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-nav-system-fails-in-heat/201399)
**Author:** [@tomon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-nav-system-fails-in-heat/201399 "2025-08-10T20:23:37Z")
Our navigation system is failing when the temperature is very high. --- ## [2019 Subaru Outback - Electrical issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-electrical-issue/200845)
**Author:** [@MBB4RWA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MBB4RWA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2025, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-electrical-issue/200845 "2025-07-27T20:59:55Z")
Bought the car on 8-24-24 with 109K miles on it. There was an apparent electrical problem with the passenger side front window would go down but would not go back up. In mid to late October the Oil light can on and qu… --- ## [2016 Subaru Outback - Hesitates - then goes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-hesitates-then-goes/200948)
**Author:** [@3.6Rbpell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3.6Rbpell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2025, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-hesitates-then-goes/200948 "2025-07-12T23:53:32Z")
Engine: 3.6R - runs rough, hesitation to move when pressing the gas at low speeds, then suddenly taking off seconds later. --- ## [What size rims can I fit on a 2011 Subaru Impreza 2.5i premium?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587)
**Author:** [@Brant.Langley\_177395](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brant.Langley_177395)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587 "2025-07-10T20:36:45Z")
Hi! I was just wondering what size rims I can fit on my current Subaru Impreza. My stock rims right now are 5x100 16x6.5,+55. I want to go with 5x100 17x8+37. Will these rims fit my car without rubbing? Any help would be… --- ## [2023 Subaru Crosstrek - Any issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-subaru-crosstrek-any-issues/200721)
**Author:** [@Nancy34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy34)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2025, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-subaru-crosstrek-any-issues/200721 "2025-06-22T00:51:04Z")
Any major issues with the 2023 Crosstrek? --- ## [2018 Subaru Crosstrek - Sometimes will not crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-sometimes-will-not-crank/200509)
**Author:** [@gwlkny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gwlkny)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-sometimes-will-not-crank/200509 "2025-06-03T15:25:58Z")
2018 Crosstrek on occasions randomly will not crank so I replaced battery and continued to have a problem every so often. No check engine or other lights on. sometimes I wait 2 or 3 seconds and it will start. There is no… --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback - Low oil light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-low-oil-light/200409)
**Author:** [@KarinRH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarinRH)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2025, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-low-oil-light/200409 "2025-06-02T01:12:20Z")
low oil light comes on in dash periodically, sometimes a day or so after oil change and refill new filter plus 5 quarts oil. Checking oil level when parked after light came on says oil is full. Subaru dealer wants to d… --- ## [2010 Subaru Forester - Fuel mileage dropped by 10% or so - Why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-fuel-mileage-dropped-by-10-or-so-why/200115)
**Author:** [@Windsoran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Windsoran)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-fuel-mileage-dropped-by-10-or-so-why/200115 "2025-05-14T04:25:26Z")
I have a 2010 Subaru Forester with manual transmission and about 70k miles. Until 2 months ago, mixed driving resulted in 27.6 mpg. Abruptly, following refueling, the mileage dropped to 24.5 mpg. There are no error c… --- ## [Subaru Outback 2006 A/C Hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-2006-a-c-hose/200088)
**Author:** [@gr8flippa\_193531](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gr8flippa_193531)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2025, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-2006-a-c-hose/200088 "2025-05-04T16:23:57Z")
Hi everyone, my A/C line just blew and frayed. I was told I need a new line. He said I could order the parts myself cheaper (a family friend who owns a shop) and he can fix it. He said something about ordering two lines:… --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback - Reasonable price for this work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-reasonable-price-for-this-work/199940)
**Author:** [@AprilS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AprilS)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2025, 10:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-reasonable-price-for-this-work/199940 "2025-04-27T10:40:43Z")
Need to reseal the engine in my 2018 subaru outback. Looking for a reasonable price. --- ## [Replace starter in 2018 Subaru Outback, 2.5i Premium engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-starter-in-2018-subaru-outback-2-5i-premium-engine/199654)
**Author:** [@BicycleRider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BicycleRider)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-starter-in-2018-subaru-outback-2-5i-premium-engine/199654 "2025-04-22T01:38:49Z")
The starter in my Subaru Outback (2.5i Premium engine) has over 100,000 miles on it. I tried to remove it and found the lower nut holding the starter in place is very tight. Any suggestions on how to remove the nut is mo… --- ## [2015 Subaru Crosstrek - Do I need lower control arms?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-crosstrek-do-i-need-lower-control-arms/199911)
**Author:** [@Ella59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ella59)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-crosstrek-do-i-need-lower-control-arms/199911 "2025-04-19T15:46:30Z")
I went in for 6 month oil change at dealership. I was told I needed front lower complete control arms because the bushings inside the arms are cracked. Is this normal for 2015 Subaru Crosstrek, 51,000 miles in Arizona? $… --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback - Battery terminal switch works great](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-battery-terminal-switch-works-great/199708)
**Author:** [@rstrick97](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rstrick97)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2025, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-battery-terminal-switch-works-great/199708 "2025-04-03T20:17:21Z")
Dealer recommended a kill switch device to switch off battery negative terminal when not driven. Working so far. --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback - How long will the starter last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-how-long-will-the-starter-last/198381)
**Author:** [@BicycleRider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BicycleRider)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-how-long-will-the-starter-last/198381 "2025-04-02T17:38:05Z")
I have a 2018 Subaru Outback with 100,000 miles. How long will the starter last. I average 3 trips a day. That works out to starting the car 6 times a day. I live is Minnesota so it gets cold in the winter. --- ## [Wondering if my 2002 Subaru Forester can make a long drive/trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wondering-if-my-2002-subaru-forester-can-make-a-long-drive-trip/199652)
**Author:** [@laurenquesada786\_193257](https://community.cartalk.com/u/laurenquesada786_193257)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2025, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wondering-if-my-2002-subaru-forester-can-make-a-long-drive-trip/199652 "2025-03-28T19:00:55Z")
I’m planning a trip with some friends and I’m worried my car isn’t up for the drive. Looking for advice or reassurance on whether we should look into renting a car instead. For reference, Flattest Route says my daily co… --- ## [Subaru rear main oil seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-rear-main-oil-seal/199647)
**Author:** [@michaelgarrity\_183240](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelgarrity_183240)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2025, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-rear-main-oil-seal/199647 "2025-03-28T17:22:01Z")
2012 outback. If the rear main oil seal is leaking will oil be visible on the flywheel? --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester - What should I pay for the 100K maintenance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-what-should-i-pay-for-the-100k-maintenance/199556)
**Author:** [@jbrennan06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbrennan06)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-what-should-i-pay-for-the-100k-maintenance/199556 "2025-03-26T21:42:19Z")
100,000 mile maintenance --- ## [Salvage History](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvage-history/199483)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2025, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvage-history/199483 "2025-03-14T16:09:02Z")
I found a free vehicle history report from Cars for Sale (similar to Carfax) regarding a 2014 Subaru Forester. In March 2023 it was branded as “salvage” in Ohio. In May 2023 it was reported as “rebuilt” in Pa and in Oct … --- ## [2003 Subaru Forester 5-speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-5-speed/199270)
**Author:** [@greg3809](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greg3809)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2025, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-5-speed/199270 "2025-02-28T23:43:32Z")
5-speed slack in shifter won’t go in 4th or reverse it grinds what can I do --- ## [Faulty parts replacement responsibility for labor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-parts-replacement-responsibility-for-labor/199198)
**Author:** [@aakaash3404\_192910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aakaash3404_192910)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-parts-replacement-responsibility-for-labor/199198 "2025-02-21T17:01:10Z")
A year ago at car inspection, I had to have a brake job. This year, the brakes failed again, due to what they said was a faulty part, which they were able to get replaced by the manufacturer + $50 for the labor. Their st… --- ## [2004 Subaru Outback won't start after a short drive on a very cold day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-outback-wont-start-after-a-short-drive-on-a-very-cold-day/199208)
**Author:** [@pedersdan\_192922](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pedersdan_192922)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-outback-wont-start-after-a-short-drive-on-a-very-cold-day/199208 "2025-02-20T01:20:30Z")
Once in a while my 2004 Subaru outback won’t start after a short drive on a very cold morning (below zero Fahrenheit). It starts fine first thing in the morning then I drive it a quarter of a mile to the store, and 20 m… --- ## [2015 Subaru Forester - Lost key inside car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-lost-key-inside-car/198951)
**Author:** [@Val26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Val26)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2025, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-lost-key-inside-car/198951 "2025-02-13T16:06:49Z")
I lost my car keys inside my car. Do you know of any hidden spots for keys to fall into. Car has been searched by about 11 people and unable to find. How do I know they are in the car because i’m unable to lock it. --- ## [AWD tire trouble - replace one tire or all four?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-tire-trouble-replace-one-tire-or-all-four/198759)
**Author:** [@griffin0523\_192545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/griffin0523_192545)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2025, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-tire-trouble-replace-one-tire-or-all-four/198759 "2025-01-25T16:49:32Z")
I’m in a quandary and would love some advice, as I’m not a huge car guy. I drive a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Touring - an AWD vehicle. I’ve currently got size 225/55R17 Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22 tires on the vehicle. … --- ## [2013 Forester P0451 Troubleshooting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-forester-p0451-troubleshooting/198729)
**Author:** [@B737JD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/B737JD)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-forester-p0451-troubleshooting/198729 "2025-01-17T23:18:49Z")
Hello all, this is my first post here, I’m looking to see if anyone can help me troubleshoot an emissions issue. Specifically, I get the P0451 code every other time I drive my car when it is around 40°F outside or above… --- ## [2011 Subaru Outback - Oil sensors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-oil-sensors/198460)
**Author:** [@chucknelson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chucknelson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2024, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-oil-sensors/198460 "2024-12-21T14:13:35Z")
are oil sensers (4) reason needing replacement how often? [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/subaru/32.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=subaru)