Subaru Outback 2012 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2012 Subaru Outback? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2012 Subaru Outback issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2012 Subaru Outback in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Was Sat Nav a standard inclusion in the base 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i?

Answered by Graham Smith · 29 March 2018

It was an option.

Used Subaru Liberty and Outback review: 2003-2016

By Ewan Kennedy · 8 August 2016

Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the 2003, 2004, 2009, 2010 and 2013 Subaru Liberty and Outback as used buys.

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Used Subaru Outback review: 2009-2014

By Graham Smith · 9 June 2016

City types can venture off-road in Subaru’s high-riding wagon. New The idea of a high-riding station wagon with limited off-road capability seemed a clever one when Subaru introduced the Outback. After all, not everyone wanted to go serious bush-bashing and most SUV buyers really wanted the high-driving position

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Used Subaru Liberty and Outback review: 1989-2012

By Ewan Kennedy · 17 August 2012

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Subaru Outback coolant leak

Answered by Graham Smith · 9 February 2012

It's not a blown head gasket, so I would try Bars Leaks or some other similar product and hope that seals the coolant leak. The replace the gasket, which is the best fix, you'd have to take the engine out as the mechanics suggest.

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