Car has less than 38000 miles and both fog lights went out and also one headlight went out...Car is only 3 yrs. Old. Saw another car; same model; 1 yr. Newer with same headlight out. *Nm
Vehicle safety record
2003 Subaru Wagon Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2003 Subaru Wagon with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the lights (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2002 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Wagon year, for its age
#342 most complained-about 2003 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2003 Subaru Wagon problems
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No recalls for the 2003 Subaru Wagon
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 Subaru Wagon. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2003 Subaru Wagon
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While sitting in traffic, I had my foot slightly on the brake to prevent creep. The engine suddenly revved so high that I had to stand on the brake to keep from crashing into the car in front of me. I put the transmission into park and the engine returned to normal idle. My foot was not on the gas pedal the entire time! *Jb
Subaru Wagon: every year compared
All Wagon years2003 Subaru Wagon vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Subaru Wagon | 2 | 0 | B | |
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 191 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 95 | 15 | B | Compare |
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 64 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 62 | 15 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Subaru WRX | 60 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 40 | 10 | D | 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 2003 Subaru Wagon
Does the 2003 Subaru Wagon have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 Subaru Wagon right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Subaru Wagon?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), lights (1).
How many complaints has the 2003 Subaru Wagon had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 10, 2005 and the latest on January 9, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2003 Subaru Wagon a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Subaru Wagon 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 Wagon years have the most complaints?
2002 (4), 1991 (2), 2003 (2). See every Subaru Wagon year compared.
What should I do if my 2003 Subaru Wagon 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