At the shop, Subaru tire-related issues have a recognizable signature. 56 documented complaints across 14 year-model entries from 2005 to 2024 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 3 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Repair cost runs around $150 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
ProblemsByVin SUBARU / TIRES
14 model-year entries · 2005–2024
Subaru tires problems
56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Subaru vehicles for tires issues. 1 active recall campaign. See tires across all makes →
Complaints
56
Recalls
1
Year-models
14
Avg fix
$150
3crashes
Worst-affected Subaru model-years for tires Top 14 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
2011 Subaru Outback
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Subaru Outback
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2005 Subaru Legacy
6 complaints · ~$150 severe
2015 Subaru Forester
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2009 Subaru Outback
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Subaru Forester
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2024 Subaru Impreza
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2023 Subaru Ascent
3 complaints · 1 recall · ~$150 moderate
2017 Subaru Outback
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2014 Subaru Impreza
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Subaru Forester
3 complaints · ~$150 severe
2007 Subaru Impreza
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2005 Subaru Outback
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
Active recalls — Subaru tires 2 on file
Subaru of America, Inc
Installing incorrect tires or applying incorrect tire air pressure may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTS-78.
Subaru of America, Inc
A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-23.
Common questions
How many Subaru tires complaints are on file with NHTSA?
56 complaints across 14 model-year entries from 2005 to 2024. 1 active recall campaigns cover tires issues across the Subaru lineup.
Which Subaru model has the most tires complaints?
The 2011 Subaru Outback leads with 6 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Outback (6) and 2005 Legacy (6).
What does it cost to fix Subaru tires problems?
Independent shops average $150 for tires repairs across the Subaru lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Subaru tires recalls?
Yes — 2 active recall campaigns cover tires on Subaru vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Subaru.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.