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2013 Subaru Outback
Engine Problems

CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013 Outback has a problem with excessive oil consumption.
A class action lawsuit is pending that alleges Subaru's "FB" engine has defective piston rings which causes oil to leak past the rings & burn up at an excessive rate. More information about the class action is available here.
2013 Subaru Outback Engine Problems
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- Excessive Oil Consumption
- Engine Failure
- Exseseve Oil Consumption
- Hole In Engine Block
- Sudden Unintended Acceleration
- NHTSA: Engine
- NHTSA: Vehicle Speed Control
- NHTSA: Engine And Engine Cooling
- NHTSA: Vehicle Speed Control: Cruise Control
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