Subaru Outback recalled

Subaru Australia is recalling 27 examples of the latest generation Subaru Outback over an incorrectly installed seatbelt bracket.

“Due to a manufacturing defect, vehicles may be fitted with cargo barriers that have the middle seatbelt bracket installed in an incorrect orientation. As a result, the middle seatbelt may not operate as intended, when in use,” the recall notice said.

“The middle rear seatbelt may not function as intended in the event of a collision due to the incorrect orientation of the middle seat belt bracket. If the seatbelt does not operate correctly, it may increase the risk of serious injury or death to the vehicle occupant.”

• A total of 27 vehicles are affected, produced in 2025
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

Subaru Australia will contact affected owners in writing and ask them to book an appointment with an authorised dealer to have the fault rectified, free of charge.

Owners can contact Subaru Australia on 1800 226 643 or at feedback@subaru.com.au.

This is the first recall for the new, seventh-generation Outback.

The previous-generation Outback was recalled in November 2023 alongside certain Forester and Crosstrek models over a potential front driveshaft fault.

On the same day, a separate recall covered 2610 Outbacks manufactured in 2021 and 2022 over a poorly sealed CVT inhibitor switch that could disable the reversing lights and rear-view camera. The seventh-generation Outback was launched in Australia earlier this year with boxier styling and a five-grade lineup priced from $48,990 before on-road costs. It also introduced the off-road-focused Wilderness grade to Australia.

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