2005-2007 Subaru Outback — Photo: IFCAR, public domain, cropped, Wikimedia Commons

Subaru Outback 2005–2009 Parts

3rd generation (BL/BP) · 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl · AWD

70 common parts
6 with factory part numbers
16 recall campaigns
1,013 NHTSA complaints

YearPrice links search Amazon for Subaru Outback 2007. Confirm fitment for your engine and drive.

Engine 7

Timing kit
Chain or belt depending on the engine. Check your engine size before ordering.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Valve cover gasket
Oil seeping around the top of the engine or a burning-oil smell.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Oil pan gasket
Oil drips under the engine. Some engines are sealed with RTV instead of a gasket.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Engine mount
Vibration at idle or a clunk when shifting into gear.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Transmission mount
Clunk on acceleration or when shifting between drive and reverse.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
PCV valve
Rough idle, oil leaks or whistling from a stuck valve.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Turbocharger Turbo engines
Loss of boost, whistling or blue smoke. Turbo engines only.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Cooling 7

Water pump
Coolant leak at the front of the engine or overheating.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Radiator
Leaks, clogged fins or overheating in traffic.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Thermostat
Temperature gauge stays low or climbs high; weak heat.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Upper radiator hose
Soft, swollen or cracked hose; coolant smell.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Lower radiator hose
Check clamps and the hose for leaks at the radiator outlet.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Radiator cooling fan
Overheating at idle or with the A/C on.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Coolant reservoir
Cracked tank or a cap that no longer holds pressure.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Fuel 4

Fuel pump
Long cranking, stalling or loss of power under load.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Fuel injector
Misfire on one cylinder or a fuel smell.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Fuel filter
Some models use a filter built into the in-tank pump module.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Gas cap
A loose or worn cap can turn on the check-engine light (EVAP leak).
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Ignition 4

Spark plugs
One plug per cylinder; the EPA lists 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines for this generation. Check your engine before ordering.
OEM ref: 2.5L: 22401AA65A2.5L: 22401AA670
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Ignition coil
Misfire codes, rough idle or a flashing check-engine light.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Camshaft position sensor
Check-engine light, hard starting or stalling.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Crankshaft position sensor
No-start or stalling when hot.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Brakes 10

Front brake rotors
Pulsing pedal or steering wheel shake when braking.
OEM ref: 2.5L, 3.0L, 2006–09: 26300AG01A
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Front brake pads
Squeal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Front brake caliper
Car pulls to one side or a pad wears unevenly.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear brake rotors
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
OEM ref: 2.5L Turbo, 3.0L: 26700AG01B
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear brake pads
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear brake caliper
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear brake drums If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear brake shoes If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
ABS wheel speed sensor
ABS or traction-control light on; front and rear sensors differ.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Brake hose
Cracked or swollen rubber lines; a soft pedal.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Suspension 8

Front strut assembly
Bouncing, nose-dive when braking or leaking fluid.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear shock absorber
Bouncy rear end or uneven tire wear.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Front lower control arm
Clunk over bumps from worn bushings.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Ball joint
Clunk or wander; check for play with the wheel off the ground.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Sway bar link
Rattle or knock over small bumps.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Front wheel bearing
Humming noise that changes with speed.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear wheel hub and bearing
Humming or grinding from the rear that rises with speed.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear coil spring
Sagging rear or a broken coil.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Steering 3

Outer tie rod end
Loose steering or uneven front tire wear.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Inner tie rod
Clunk when turning; replace in pairs and align.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Steering rack
Leaks, play in the wheel or a knock when turning.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Electrical 6

Battery
Slow cranking or electrical warnings. Check group size before ordering.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Alternator
Battery light on, dim lights or a dead battery.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Starter
Click or slow crank when you turn the key.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Blower motor
Weak or no air from the vents on some fan speeds.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
A/C compressor
Warm air from the vents or a noisy clutch.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Tire pressure sensor
Required on all US vehicles from the 2008 model year; earlier years may not have sensors.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Exhaust 5

Upstream oxygen sensor
Check-engine light and higher fuel use.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Downstream oxygen sensor
Monitors the catalytic converter; often codes P0420/P0430.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Catalytic converter
Rattle, sulfur smell or catalyst efficiency codes.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Muffler
Louder exhaust, rust holes or rattles underneath.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Exhaust manifold gasket
Ticking noise on cold start or exhaust smell.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Drivetrain 6

Front CV axle
Clicking when turning or a torn boot.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear CV axle
Clicking or vibration from the rear axle shafts.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Driveshaft
Vibration at speed or a clunk when taking off.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Rear differential
Whine or howl that changes with speed; check fluid.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Clutch kit Manual transmission
Slipping, high engagement point or a hard pedal.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Transmission fluid
EPA lists: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual. Use the fluid type in your owner's manual.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Body & Lighting 5

Headlight assembly
Hazy or yellowed lenses. Housings vary by year and trim; confirm fitment.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Headlight bulb
Check the bulb number on your old bulb or in the owner's manual. LED units have no bulb.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Tail light assembly
Cracked lens or moisture inside the housing.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Side mirror
Choose the side and features (heated, power fold, signal).
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Wiper blades
Replace every 6–12 months; driver and passenger lengths differ.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

Filters & Maintenance 5

Oil filter
Change with every oil service.
OEM ref: 2.2L, 2.5L: 15208AA100
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Engine air filter
Check every oil change; replace when dirty.
OEM ref: 2.5L Turbo, 3.0L: 16546AA10A
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Cabin air filter
Weak airflow or musty smell from the vents.
OEM ref: 2.5L Turbo, 3.0L, 2006–09: 72880AG00A
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Serpentine belt
Squeal or cracks across the ribs. Some engines, including many hybrids, have no accessory belt; check yours.
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon
Belt tensioner
Replace with the belt if the arm shakes or the pulley is noisy (belt-driven engines).
Not used on the selected year
Check price on Amazon

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 2005–2009 Outback

Overview

The 3rd generation (BL/BP) Subaru Outback covers the 2005–2009 model years in the US. The EPA lists 3 powertrains for this generation: 2.5L 4-cyl (2005–2009), 2.5L 4-cyl turbo (2005–2009) and 3.0L 6-cyl (2005–2009). Drive types: AWD. Transmissions: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.

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

Engines & specs

Engine	Years	Drive	Transmission	EPA MPG
2.5L 4-cyl	2005–2009	AWD	4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual	AWD: 19–20 city / 26–27 hwy / 22 comb.
2.5L 4-cyl turbo	2005–2009	AWD	5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual	AWD: 17–18 city / 23–24 hwy / 19–21 comb.
3.0L 6-cyl	2005–2009	AWD	5-speed automatic	AWD: 17 city / 23–24 hwy / 20 comb.

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA

Mention in complaint	2005–06	2007–08	2009
Airbag warning or airbags	66 / 550	141 / 357	22 / 106
Brake problems	76 / 550	67 / 357	14 / 106
Check-engine light	127 / 550	19 / 357	3 / 106
Rust or corrosion	27 / 550	25 / 357	2 / 106
Stalling or loss of power	32 / 550	11 / 357	7 / 106
Electrical or battery problems	22 / 550	17 / 357	6 / 106
Transmission problems	15 / 550	20 / 357	7 / 106

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,013 for 2005–2009), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Top components in complaints
2005	9	273	Air Bags, Suspension, Vehicle Speed Control
2006	7	277	Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Electrical System
2007	8	131	Air Bags, Electrical System, Engine
2008	8	226	Air Bags, Electrical System, Service Brakes
2009	13	106	Air Bags, Electrical System, Engine

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

Recalls (16 campaigns)

Air Bags: Side / Window (2005, NHTSA 04V274000)
THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS IN CERTAIN VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THIS CAMPAIGN MAY NOT FULLY DEPLOY RAPIDLY ENOUGH WHEN ACTIVATED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2005–2009, NHTSA 13V110000)
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from December 2003, through April 2009 and currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illino…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2005–2009, NHTSA 14V311000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy, 2008-2011 Impreza and 2008-2014 Impreza WRX/STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly,…
Air Bags (2005, 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 (2005–2008, 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…
Electrical System: Ignition, Switch (2005–2009, NHTSA 19V297000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-20…
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2005–2009, 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 (2005–2009, 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 (2005–2009, 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…
Electrical System (2007–2009, NHTSA 16V738000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines.
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2009, 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 (2009, NHTSA 17V014000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Subaru Baja, 2006-2011 Impreza (including WRX and STI models), 2006-2012 Tribeca, 2009-2012 Forester, Legacy, Outback, and 2012 WRX vehi…
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2009, NHTSA 17V026000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Baja, 2009 Forester, Legacy and Outback and 2006-2009 Impreza (including WRX and STI models) and Tribeca vehicles originally sold, or ev…
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2009, NHTSA 18V012000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Legacy, Forester, Tribeca, WRX and Outback vehicles, and 2009-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, …
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2009, NHTSA 18V013000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Di…
Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2009, NHTSA 18V014000)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho…

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