- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKC-20.
Vehicle safety record
2006 Subaru Baja Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the 2006 Subaru Baja with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (8) and the suspension (5). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 10 recalls, the latest in January 2020 for the inflator module. For comparison, the 2005 has 37.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Baja year, for its age
#179 most complained-about 2006 vehicle
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 10
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2006 Subaru Baja problems
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2006 Subaru Baja recalls 10
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-20.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (STI included), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators with alternate inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-20.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Baja, 2009 Forester, Legacy and Outback and 2006-2009 Impreza (including WRX and STI models) and Tribeca vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-17.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Baja, 2006-2008 Impreza (including WRX and STI models), Tribeca, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2017. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKC-17.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Subaru Baja, 2006-2011 Impreza (including WRX and STI models), 2006-2012 Tribeca, 2009-2012 Forester, Legacy, Outback, and 2012 WRX vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-17.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Legacy, Outback, 2006-2008 Impreza, Tribeca, 2006 Saab 9-2x, and 2003-2006 Baja vehicles originally sold or that have ever been registered in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." These vehicles may be equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-16. Note: This notice is only for vehicles that were not covered by 16V-358 for Zone A.
- The problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Legacy, Outback, 2009-2011 Legacy, Outback, Forester, 2006-2011 Impreza, Tribeca, 2003-2006 Baja, and 2006 Saab 9-2x vehicles originally sold or that have ever been registered in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." These vehicles may be equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Saab owners may contact GM at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-16.
- The problem
- Airtex Products LP (Airtex) is recalling certain model E8598M, E8518M, E8600M, E8596M, and E8597M fuel pumps manufactured July 26, 2013, and July 29, 2013 and used as aftermarket replacements on Subaru Baja's, Outback's and Legacy's. The affected fuel pumps were sold or installed into the aftermarket applications on or after July 26, 2013, and may may leak fuel from the base of a fuel line connection when the gas tank is full.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Recall is expected to begin on January 2, 2014. Customers may contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056. The recall is expected to begin during January 2014. This recall is being conducted by Airtex, not by Subaru.
- The problem
- Subaru is recalling 15,761 my 2005-2006 baja vehicles. Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection on the outlet pressure side of the fuel pump.
- The risk
- Fuel can leak from the hose connection. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket including all nipples with a new and stronger design part. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during september 2009. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
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24 complaints about the 2006 Subaru Baja
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Brake fluid low (light on), added fluid. A week later the fluid is low again. Found recalls for this year Outback with similar potential problem. Upon inspection it appears that fluid is leaking at or near the coupler near the passenger rear wheel well. The BAJA is mechanically the same as the Outback. This model should be included on theses recalls. NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V110000 NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V311000
I had my headlight repaired at the dealership on 3/18/20. While there they did a complimentary safety inspection of the vehicle and it passed with flying colors. I drove the car home and parked it in the carport. I noticed a few days later that the driver's side rear tire was tipped in on the top. I brought the vehicle to a mechanic who informed me that the subframe was totally rusted out and caused the tire to be rubbing against the inside of the wheel well, which ruined a brand new tire. I now have to have the...
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whole subframe replaced in order to be able to drive the vehicle as the subframe totally rusted out. The same thing happened to a friend of mine who had a 2003 baja. She ended up junking the vehicle. I have not received a quote from the mechanic yet on the repairs. *Tr
If the gas cap is not securely tighten and I mean tighten hard. The car will stop operating within 5 sec ish. This is not good, no matter where u are driving. Not enuff time to pull over safely. This has happened to me at least 4-5 times now.
I had the head gaskets and timing belt replaced at 142,000 miles. Brand new. I put oil in my car every time I filled up with gas, as I was told subarus burn a lot of oil. The low light never came on, never had a check engine light come on. Three months later, at 145,000, without any indication that something is wrong, going 70 on the freeway, in 5th gear, I hear a "pop" sound and my car starts to lose power, smoke is coming from the engine. I get pulled over, safely thank goodness, and car dies. No longer will turn...
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on. Smoke is pouring from the engine. I am towed to the mechanics where they tell me they "think" a rod bearing through a rod through the engine. Not sure is this could be caused by the recall, but something did. I'm quite frustrated at this car, not to mention, the cost. So. I am checking. Thank you.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 subaru baja. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v359000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called larichie subaru (920 plaza st, findlay, oh 45840, (419) 423-5656) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Sub frame on drivers side rear rusted through and broke at upper support main arm resulting making tire wobble and rubbing on strut spring.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 subaru baja. While the gear shifter was in reverse, the accelerator pedal was depressed and a grinding noise was heard from the front driver's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the passenger side bearing was hooked onto the universal shaft, and the universal joint and drive shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 09v277000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact...
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called riley subaru at (563) 588-2326 (4455 dodge st, dubuque, ia 52003) where it was confirmed that the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact inquired about a recall for the universal joint and drive shaft, but there was none. The contact was advised to call nhtsa. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,432. Parts distribution disconnect.
Frame that holds motor mount and steering components to front wheels is rusted so badly, it will not pass annual inspection.
I bought this car a few years ago. I bought a well maintained subaru that was in perfect condition.. About a year ago it started leaking oil found out the head gaskets were leaking. Had them replaced and it still leaks. Subaru was contacted and they offered some money off a new subaru. My car is work significantly less from this problem. And I to try to fix it again. Could be a fire hazard.
Takata recall: received notice of passenger-side front seat airbag recall in july 2016; use of passenger front seat restricted since then. I understand backlog, but six months?
Takata recall on my vehicle is still not repaired. I have been driving my vehicle for over 10 years and live in a very humid region of south eastern maine. How can it be acceptable for subaru to not have to supply alternate transportation for customers during this time when it is know a serious injury or death is very likely to occur with the slightest auto accident? Please help me find a means to expedite this repair or be provided with alternate transportation until this repair can be completed. Thank you
Sub frame on drivers side rear rusted through and broke at upper support main arm resulting making tire wobble and rubbing inner tire well. If not noticed in time tire would have blown out collapsing main support arm causing a crash
I have a 2006 baja turbo, obsidian black, 5 speed. It has (60k) on the odometer. I bought it new and loved it from day one. However, february of last year that love was lost. The cel came on and I went to autozone to have the code pulled. It showed po304. I was told it was a misfire on cylinder #4. I asked the guy there what the cause could be. He said it could be anything from a fuel injector, to the coil pack or a valve issue. I looked up on this forum and there were multiple cases that pulled up. I read what...
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fixes worked for some and not for others. I tried injector cleaner. That did nothing. I installed a new coil pack on cylinder four. It ran better for a short time and then the cel came back on. I replaced all four spark plugs. Once again a short term fix, just a few miles. Finally, I installed a new fuel injector. Again better, then much worse. I took to the baja to a local subaru dealer fearing the worst. Sure enough, burnt exhaust valves on cylinders #2 and #4. They gave a rough quote of 5-6k to fix it. I was offered 7k for the truck in the shape it was in. Angered by the whole experience, I sent a letter to subaru of america and subaru japan explaining in great detail the issue and that there were several similar cases noted online in various models of subaru with the ej255 engine. I was hoping they would offer some assistance, no dice. They basically thanked for sending them the letter and telling them of the issue. They stated since the baja was out of warranty and there was no recall for this issue, there was nothing they would do. *Tr
Fuel leak/smell on passenger side during cold weather. Leaking oil from engine head gasket. *Tr
2006 Subaru baja turbo with several problems including lunging forward and randomly sputtering and hesitating.. Consumer states that the problems began when the vehicle had 707 miles and have continued. *Kb the consumer stated on one occasion, there was no throttle response. Somtimes the vehicle would idle high and the check engine light would frequently come on and stay on. *Jb
My vehicle is currently in the shop for the 8th time for the same problem. Each time a different part or parts were replaced and each time the dealer stated that the car was fixed but the same behavior would come back, sometimes within a week or sometimes many months after the repair. There is no rhyme or reason as to when it happens (ie. Nothing leads up to it happening) but basically, it hesitates and sputters or lunges forward while you are accelerating. It's as if the acceleration just drops out but then comes...
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back or accelerates and then backs off again. Sometimes it is subtle; sometimes it hesitates or accelerates violently. I have spoken to the manufacturer several times about this problem. They have extended my warranty for free and also provide me with a loaner car when it is in for service as a sign of good will, but it is obvious that this car is dangerous. I am seriously afraid that eventually I will be hit from behind when it hesitates or hit someone from behind when it accelerates unexpectedly. I'm not sure the car is even able to be fixed considering they have been trying to repair it for 2 years now. Dates of service are 11/20/06, 12/3/06, 2/12/07, 2/21/07, 3/8/07, 3/8/08, 7/22/08 and 11/8/08 (the dealer still has it as of today, 12/9/08). Days out of service is approx. 82 So far. I don't know if the old parts are available as the dealer has kept all of those; I do have service records for each time at the dealer for repairs and what was done each time. I am also currently dealing with a regional rep from subaru who never returns my calls. I've owned one other subaru and only had minor and ordinarily problems with that car. Subaru needs to step up and do the right thing by getting this dangerous car off the road. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 subaru baja. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle lost all power and shut off. The vehicle has been to the dealer three times for the failure. During the first visit, the failure could not be diagnosed. The mechanic eventually stated that the accelerator relay switch failed. The vehicle has shut off 25 times since it was purchased. The manufacturer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,540. Updated 09/10/08 *bf updated 09/17/08. *Jb
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 subaru baja. The engine knocks when the vehicle is started. The dealer replaced two pistons, but the failure still exists. The manufacturer stated that the failure is normal. The failure mileage was 16,992 and current mileage was 34,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 subaru baja. While making a turn at 10 mph, the front passenger side tie rod failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and has not been inspected by a mechanic. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 11,000.
Rusted brakes. The rear rotors are pitted and need to be exchanged, according to the dealer, after 22 months and 19,800 miles. No warranty, dealer sees this as normal wear. According to other authorized repair shop, brakes are fine, shoes still at 50 %, brakes do not need replacement. Never had a car with rust pitted rotors before, especially not with such low mileage and age.*Cn
1. Rear rotors where pitted after 22 months, front rotors were blue. This was documented on 12/20/07. Brake failure resulted in car crash two days later. *Tr
On march 16th 2007 I was driving from my home in fort myers florida to a business meeting in clearwater florida. I was driving on interstate 75 going north. I was approximately a quarter of a mile from the skyway bridge. Since this is a toll bridge I was decreasing in speed getting ready to make a stop, at that time, there was a loud explosion and before I could think I was beginning to lose control of the car. The explosion or implosion was the rear driver side tire completely came off the rim of the car. ...
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This sent me into a tail spin trying to control the car at which time the car came up on two wheels. I then proceeded into the ditch and was able to stop the car. I then called roadside assistance which the tow truck driver stated he never saw anything like this. We were able to get a spare tire on the car so that I could drive to a tire shop to have the tire replaced. This was a nightmare to say the least. I first called the dealership since I happened to purchase the car from a dealership in which my business meeting was being held. The car dealership mastro motors stated that they do not keep tires in stock. I explained this care almost killed me and the response was that I purchased tire insurance to call them. I then called subrau only to be told that they do not warranty the tires and that I would have to call bridgestone. I then called bridgestone and they were not able to help me find an athorized service center. I then found a firestone tire outlet in which after driving around all weekend on a spare tire were finally able to get the correct tire for my car and replace it. I now have the tire that exploded on in my possesion as proof that this tire is clearly a defect as I have not owned my car more that six months. I purchased this car new and it has about 5400 miles total on the car. At this time I do not feel safe with the tires on this car. *Ak
While driving a subaru baja 2006 model I swerved and rolled over after fish tailing. I also almost did the same in a 2005 model but only came up off two wheels but did not roll it , even though it was close. I suspect a tendency for the baja to roll over is a design flaw. *Nm
We bought a 2006 baja in early october for cash. This car had 157 miles when we left the bill mcbride dealer ship in plattsburgh, ny. We have had a problem with the car pulling to the right since the beginning. We have brought the car back 4 times to have it fixed. They have done 3 alignments, rotated the tires 2 times and replaced 1 tire. This vehicle still pulls to the right. On 3rd alignment the dealership refused to produce a receipt for the alignment and stated the reason was there was no charge for the alignment. All receipts state vehicle pulls to right. Dealership can't seem to find the problem and we are not sure what our next step should be to correct this problem. *Nm
Subaru Baja: every year compared
All Baja years2006 Subaru Baja vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 24 | 10 | C | |
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 281 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2006 Subaru Tribeca | 93 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 88 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 87 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 56 | 10 | C | Compare |
| 2006 Subaru WRX | 14 | 4 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2006 Subaru Baja
Does the 2006 Subaru Baja have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2006 Subaru Baja: inflator module (January 2020); inflator module (January 2020); inflator module (January 2020); inflator module (January 2017) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Subaru Baja?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (8), suspension (5), airbags (3).
How many complaints has the 2006 Subaru Baja had?
24 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 24, 2006 and the latest on November 1, 2022. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2006 Subaru Baja a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 54 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Subaru Baja year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Subaru Baja years have the most complaints?
2003 (40), 2005 (37), 2006 (24). See every Subaru Baja year compared.
What should I do if my 2006 Subaru Baja has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data