Subaru Baja recalls and problems
15 recalls and 117 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
15
Complaints
117
Crashes reported
10
Fires reported
3
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Subaru Baja by year
Most reported Subaru Baja problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | |
| Power Train | 13 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | |
| Suspension | 11 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Steering | 7 |
All Subaru Baja recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V-001 | Jan 2, 2020 | 2003–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 20V-003 | Jan 2, 2020 | 2003–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 20V-002 | Jan 2, 2020 | 2003–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 17V-026 | Jan 11, 2017 | 2005–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 17V-016 | Jan 10, 2017 | 2005–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 17V-014 | Jan 10, 2017 | 2005–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 16V-358 | May 25, 2016 | 2003–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 16V-359 | May 25, 2016 | 2003–2006 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 16V-361 | May 25, 2016 | 2003–2004 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 15V-323 | May 28, 2015 | 2003–2004 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 14V-763 | Dec 1, 2014 | 2003–2005 | Air Bags | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| 09V-277 | Jul 17, 2009 | 2005–2006 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Subaru is recalling 15,761 my 2005-2006 baja vehicles. |
| 04V-473 | Oct 1, 2004 | 2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the cover bolts for the engine oil control valve may not be sufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak from around the cover gasket. |
| 02V-282 | Oct 30, 2002 | 2003 | Power Train | Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions were produced with an improperly manufactured transmission parking rod. |
| 02V-240 | Sep 13, 2002 | 2003 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines, the water pump pulley center hole was improperly machined. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Subaru Baja?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2003 Subaru Baja has the most reports (38). Check the 2003 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Subaru Baja have?
NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls covering Subaru Baja model years 2003–2006.
What are the most common Subaru Baja problems?
Owners report air bags, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems most often.