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'03-'04 Subaru Outback LL Bean Edition Wagon
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Subaru Outback 2000–2004 Parts

2nd generation (BE/BH) · 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl · AWD

  • 68 common parts
  • 5 with factory part numbers
  • 17 recall campaigns
  • 704 NHTSA complaints
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Engine 6

Cooling 7

Fuel 4

Ignition 4

Brakes 10

Suspension 8

Steering 3

Electrical 5

Exhaust 5

Drivetrain 6

Body & Lighting 5

Filters & Maintenance 5

Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2000–2004 Outback

Overview

The 2nd generation (BE/BH) Subaru Outback covers the 2000–2004 model years in the US. Note: EPA lists the 2000–2001 Outback under Legacy without a separate name. The EPA lists 2 powertrains for this generation: 2.5L 4-cyl (2002–2004) and 3.0L 6-cyl (2002–2004). Drive types: AWD. Transmissions: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs
EngineYearsDriveTransmissionEPA MPG
2.5L 4-cyl2002–2004AWD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualAWD: 18–19 city / 24–26 hwy / 20–22 comb.
3.0L 6-cyl2002–2004AWD4-speed automaticAWD: 17 city / 23–24 hwy / 19–20 comb.

The EPA data has no entries for 2000–2001. Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA
Mention in complaint2000–012002–032004
Brake problems67 / 37851 / 23613 / 90
Transmission problems38 / 37818 / 2366 / 90
Airbag warning or airbags8 / 37821 / 23620 / 90
Rust or corrosion29 / 37816 / 2362 / 90
Coolant leaks or overheating22 / 37814 / 2364 / 90
Suspension noise or failure18 / 37811 / 2360 / 90
Stalling or loss of power7 / 37817 / 2365 / 90

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (704 for 2000–2004), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

YearRecallsComplaintsTop components in complaints
20002207Tires, Power Train:Automatic Transmission, Vehicle Speed Control
20014171Fuel System, Gasoline, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor, Suspension
20025143Fuel System, Gasoline, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine And Engine Cooling
20031593Air Bags, Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control
20041190Air Bags, Vehicle Speed Control, Electrical System

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (17 campaigns)
  • Suspension: Rear (2000–2003, NHTSA 03V153000)
    THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, …
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2000–2004, NHTSA 13E065000)
    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 Subar…
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission (2001–2003, NHTSA 02V282000)
    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD.
  • Vehicle Speed Control: Cables (2001–2004, NHTSA 04V128000)
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, WAGONS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE COULD COME OUT OF ITS TRACK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER AND LODGE ON THE CONTROL LEVER TAB WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Master Cylinder (2002, NHTSA 02V079000)
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW FREEZING 32 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT AND LOWER).
  • Wheels (2003, NHTSA 02V235000)
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6-CYLINDER ENGINES, THE ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE AN OFF-CENTER DIAMETER.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Cooling System (2003, NHTSA 02V240000)
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-CYLINDER ENGINES, THE WATER PUMP PULLEY CENTER HOLE WAS IMPROPERLY MACHINED.
  • Suspension: Front (2003, NHTSA 03V232000)
    ON SOME PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHI…
  • Air Bags (2003–2004, NHTSA 14V763000)
    Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Legacy and Outback vehicles, and 2003-2005 Baja vehicles sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity.
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 15V323000)
    Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Subaru Baja vehicles manufactured January 22, 2003, to July 21, 2004, 2004-2005 Impreza vehicles manufactured January 28, 200…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 16V358000)
    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…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 16V359000)
    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 be…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 16V361000)
    Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Legacy, Outback, and Baja vehicles originally sold or that have ever been registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho,…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 20V001000)
    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 vehicle…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 20V002000)
    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 or…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2003–2004, NHTSA 20V003000)
    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 vehicl…
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage, Tank Assembly (2004, NHTSA 03V303000)
    CERTAIN PASSENGER OR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE A LOOSE OR OUT OF POSITION FUEL FILLER HOSE CLAMP.

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.