1996 Subaru Outback Transmission Problems

Your vehicle was involved in a serious crash after the hill holder feature unexpectedly engaged while driving uphill in snow, causing the car to skid uncontrollably and slide across multiple lanes before hitting another vehicle on the passenger side. The owner reports the hill holder (a feature that keeps the car from rolling backward on hills) activated without being intentionally activated, which led to a loss of control during normal braking and downshifting. A diagnostic check of the hill holder system and brake control module may be needed to determine why the system engaged unexpectedly.

You were in a serious crash after your car's hill holder feature unexpectedly activated on a snowy highway, causing the vehicle to skid and spin out of control before hitting another vehicle at the B-pillar. The crash resulted in significant injuries to the driver. This complaint involves questions about the hill holder brake system's unexpected activation during normal driving and braking.

Your 1996 Outback's transmission is binding (catching or sticking) when turning, which you've noticed happening now at 116,000 miles. You've heard this could eventually damage your axle if it gets worse. The fix may involve transmission service, fluid replacement, or internal transmission repairs depending on the root cause.

CAR JUMPS WHEN STEERING AT LOW SPEED. I WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS A TRANSMISSION DEFECT. I FEEL IT IS A CONSTRUCTION DEFECT. *AK

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE FUEL TANK AREA DUE TO IMPROPER TIRE SIZE AND THE OVERHEATING OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK