I’ve been working on Subarus exclusively for over 15 years. I’ve rebuilt hundreds of engines, replaced countless transmissions, and diagnosed every problem imaginable. But here’s what nobody talks about: the parts that never fail. The components that keep working flawlessly for 200,000, 300,000, even 400,000 miles. While everyone focuses on head gaskets, CVTs, and oil consumption, they miss the bigger picture. Subarus have some of the most reliable components in the automotive industry. Parts that simply refuse to break no matter how you drive or maintain the car. Last week, I worked on a 2003 Outback with 342,000 miles. Original alternator, original starter, original wheel bearings, all still perfect. This isn’t unusual, this is what Subarus do when they’re designed right. In this video, I’m revealing the Subaru components that are virtually indestructible. The parts you’ll never need to replace, the systems that just keep working. This is the positive side of Subaru ownership that nobody talks about.
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I wouldn't agree w/ the starter, b/c my previous Forester I had to replace it at around 50k
I have a 2010 Legacy. Had issues with a wheel bearing that failed relatively early and front control arm bushings failed on both sides so had to replace the arms. Otherwise it's very reliable.
Good to know. My 2011 Subaru Forester only has 45,000 miles. I am the original owner and follow the maintenance except oil changes at 4,000 rather than 6,000. Looks like I will be good to go for a while, and then some.
My 2006 outback had wheel bearings and headgaskets go out at 90,000 miles
Some would argue It’s common knowledge the 5MT is basically glass. I have had three different transmissions in my car …nevertheless, if you put RA gears into it, that would be bad ass and it would be a serious bulletproof upgrade
I have a 2017 Subaru legacy and rear passenger side wheel hub assembly fair at 60000 miles
Ive got 120,000 miles on 2016 legacy and have replaced 3 wheel bearings
Disagree with the bearing. I've had 5 Subarus that were stock here in PA. They go at 100K. I've replace all 4 on each car.
We just bought our 10th Subaru, never a major problem. Things I’ve learned: change oil every 5k miles with a factory, Wix or Purolator oil filter, the only ones with the high bypass spec. Change front & rear differentials oil every 30-40k miles. I have the dealer change the CVT fluid every 40k miles. It gets hot & dirty just like all transmissions, don’t believe it’s “lifetime fluid”. Plus PCV valve every 50k mi. And of course brake fluid, air filter & cabin filter. I run 0w20 in winter & 5w30 when warmer.
Can you please show us on how to replace Subaru hybrid’s transmission and differential fluid.
I've read i forums others saying the same thing…."Mr Subaru " replacing front struts at 231,000 miles.
The nice thing about Subaru that I research is yes there is a catagory of maintenance but it is so simple and fairly reasonable. I own a 24 cross trek wth less than 24000 miles and it is still new enough to make sure I didn't miss any maintenance. I'm almost due for cvt fluid change and inspection. One thing I'm going to be more mindful of is more frequent oil changes around 4000 to 4500 and not 6000 miles. I have a pcv valve I ordered that I may replace soon as well. I want to get the most out of my car til it is paid off then I may decide whether or not to trade in on a new one or keep this one for another 5 years.