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2003 Subaru Outback Lights Problems

2 owner-reported lights complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Aug 2007Dec 2018
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (2)

mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Dec 2018

Your headlights have become cloudy and unclear over time. Even after cleaning and polishing them to restore brightness, the cloudiness returns within 6-7 years. The plastic headlight covers on your car are prone to deterioration and haziness. You may need to replace or restore your headlight lenses to improve visibility.

NHTSA #: 11161929
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2007

WATER IS GETTING INTO THE REAR DOOR OF OUTBACK SUBARU WAGON CAUSING THE CORRODING OF REAR LIGHT HARNESSES. TAILLIGHT FAILED TO OPERATE AND HAD ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE HOW/WHY WATER IS GETTING INTO THE REAR DOOR. AFTER HEAVY RAIN, THE WATER CAN BE HEARD MOVING AROUND IN THE DOOR. WATER DRAINS OUT WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED. *TR

NHTSA #: 10200852

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