Subaru Outback Third generation (BP) - Facelift (2008 - 2009)

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Third generation (BP) - Facelift of Subaru Outback has been in production since 2008 by 2009.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Third generation (BP) - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 0.3 inches . The weight of the car has increased by 27 lbs.
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Subaru Outback Third generation (BP) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | Wagon, SUV, Crossover |
Engine options | EZ30D, 3.0L H-6, 217 HP, 213 lb/ft |
EJ255 Turbo, 2.5L H-4, 240 HP, | |
EJ253, 2.5L H-4, 162 HP, 167 lb/ft | |
Length | 189.00 in |
Width | 69.70 in |
Height | 61.6 - 63.2 in |
Wheelbase | 105.10 in |
Curb weight | 3350 - 3631 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 51.00 in |
Rear hip room | 52.60 in |
Front Headroom | 38.7 - 40.5 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.1 - 39.1 in |
Front shoulder room | 54.40 in |
Rear shoulder room | 53.70 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 16.90 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 17 - 20/24 - 27 |
Towing capacity | 2700 - 3000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 7.4 - 9.2 sec |
¼ mile time | 15.8 - 17.1 sec |
Subaru Outback Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Subaru Outback Third generation (BP) - Facelift production period from 2008 to 2009 drivers have reported 277 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
Model Year | Complaints |
2009 Outback |
84
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2008 Outback |
193
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS tl* the contact owns a 2009 subaru outback. the contact stated that while the brakes were depressed the vehicle accelerated... |
120
~ 48560 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM started my car at night to find out my headlights would not turn on but the safely lights were still... |
47
~ 71668 miles |
ENGINE head gasket failure on 2009 outback wagon which as been serviced regularly. *tr... |
21
~ 87103 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2009 subaru outback. the contact stated that he had difficulty seeing the road while driving... |
19
~ 64674 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES contacted dealer (mike shaw subaru northglenn co) per the nhtsa recall 14v-311 -- recall states inspect and repair. insisted on... |
17
~ 121133 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER 09 outback was blowing fuses on the door lock circuit. put in a new fuse and it would blow in... |
13
~ 78407 miles |
POWER TRAIN this type of incident happened twice. making a left hand turn pulling onto main two-way road the dash lights flashed... |
13
~ 42332 miles |
SUSPENSION i recently purchased a 2009 subaru outback 2.5 special edition. while driving on i-35 near cloquet mn the car exhibited... |
11
~ 36693 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER i recently purchased a 2009 subaru outback 2.5 special edition. while driving on i-35 near cloquet mn the car exhibited... |
10
~ 43176 miles |
STEERING vehicle has a shimmy when driving at highway speeds: 70-75 mph. shimmy has been present since vehicle delivery. 5 trips |
8
~ 48375 miles |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl* the contact owns a 2009 subaru outback 2.5. the contact was driving 55 mph when the engine stalled after... |
7
~ 53235 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL my 2009 subaru outback began idling erratically in november 2009 causing the vehicle to lurch forward when slowly entering parking... |
7
~ 40718 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM car turns over but will not start.... |
6
~ 103346 miles |
REAR > SUSPENSION vehicle has a shimmy when driving at highway speeds: 70-75 mph. shimmy has been present since vehicle delivery. 5 trips |
6
~ 41633 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE inside cab hood latch can trigger by contact with right leg when exiting vehicle driver can usually see hood not... |
5
~ 50033 miles |
WHEELS subaru outback 2008 front-wheel bearing second time need to be change after 25000 miles. *tr... |
5
~ 53060 miles |
SEAT BELTS my seat belt warning light on the dashboard was coming on intermittently but usually went off if i turned the... |
4
~ 40975 miles |
STRUCTURE in may of this year dash started to get stick and also produces a bad glare on windshield. has gotten |
3
~ 39200 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL road conditions: poor icy. vehicle: 2009 subaru outback wagon loaded with 4 passengers (2 adult 2 teen plus "light" luggage).... |
3
~ 69233 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2009 subaru outback. the contact was driving at 45 mph when every service warning light... |
3
~ 15119 miles |
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES the tire pressuure management system on my 2009 subaru outback 2.5 xt ltd has never worked properly and the local... |
3
~ 32 miles |
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING when driving our new 2008 subaru outback in darkness there are times when the headlights do not project the beam... |
3
~ 1067 miles |
LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2009 subaru outback. while driving approximately 65 mph the hood popped up. the contact pulled... |
2
~ 12416 miles |
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM i have a 2008 subaru outback equipped with good winter tires. at highway speeds on winter roads my car is... |
2
~ 80000 miles |
TIRES sidewall tire failure in ordinary use 2009 subaru outback 5500 miles bridgestone/firestone tire failed inner right rear sidewall fractured. no... |
2
~ 17770 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE while driving the engine suddenly died. luckily we were on a lightly traveled road and were able to pull off... |
1
~ 115000 miles |
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN brought it to honda dealership i purchased it used. 18 months later i'm having the current issue. thought it was... |
1
~ 75000 miles |
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. the contact stated that the abs traction control engine and other unknown... |
1
~ 128000 miles |
SEATS in december 2015 i was involved in a collision in which a driver didn't see that traffic had come to... |
1
~ 108000 miles |
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM 2008 subaru outback. consumer seeks reimbursement from manufacturers catalytic converter defect recall repairs. *smd the consumer stated a few days... |
1
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ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING in june of 2009 my husband and i purchased a 2009 v6 subaru outback (vin [xxx]) from manchester subaru in... |
1
~ 30000 miles |
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia) 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) 2009 subaru outback windshield wipers ice up... |
1
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FRONTAL > AIR BAGS i was involved in an intersection accident where my vehicle hit the other car. the impact was quite sever and... |
1
~ 31000 miles |
FRONT > SUSPENSION vehicle has a shimmy when driving at highway speeds: 70-75 mph. shimmy has been present since vehicle delivery. 5 trips |
1
~ 800 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES sidewall tire failure in ordinary use 2009 subaru outback 5500 miles bridgestone/firestone tire failed inner right rear sidewall fractured. no... |
1
~ 5540 miles |
EQUIPMENT tl*the contact owns a 2008 subaru outback. while driving approximately 70 mph with a kayak strapped to the roof of... |
1
~ 17600 miles |
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE the rear trim that retains the center light will break off if there is ice built up on the inside... |
1
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BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING the rear trim that retains the center light will break off if there is ice built up on the inside... |
1
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MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT 2008 outback subaru - drove the car for over 1 year with the transmission jerking into gears. i had the... |
1
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ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL s10 appropriate handling-letter regarding suburu problems *tgw the consumer stated the accelerator pedal became stuck when he attempted to make... |
1
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How to improve the appearance of your Subaru Outback and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Subaru Outback to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X11...
- Touren Employs The Most Advanced Engineering In All Of Our Wheels
- Our Meticulous Standards Deliver The Highest Quality And Performance For Your Vehicle
- Vivid Finishes Create Tasteful Looks With Stylish Appeal; Our Lifetime Warranty Is...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Compatible With/Replacement For Brightt ...
- Fits 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Subaru Outback(BL/BP)
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds to Daily Driving Scene To The Sunday Track
- Performance Internal Piston With Koyo Japan 6204z...
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Godspeed MRS2050 MonoRS Coilover Suspens...
- Compatible With Subaru Outback (BL/BP) 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 8 kg/mm/10 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 32 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 32 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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78"x5.9" Italy Flag Color Stripe Decal S...
- [High quality materials]: The color stickers are made of high-quality PVC materials. The vinyl stickers have strong adhesion and are not easy to crack, fade and peel off. Waterproof and rainproof for long-term use.
- [Automobile...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO 4PCS Aluminum Valve Stem Cap, Gr...
- High quality: High quality aluminum alloy is used to replace the original bad valve cap of the tire, which can keep the wheel working well.
- Convenience: The valve cover is easy to install and disassemble....

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