2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 84 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.
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MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND SUDDENLY SMELLED SMOKE SO SHE PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS ON FIRE AND IT WAS COMING FROM THE BACK PASSENGER DOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140715
WHILE ROUNDING A LEFT HAND TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 15- 20 MPH, THE PASSENGER LOWERED THE PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW USING THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH- THE DOOR FLEW OPEN , BUT WAS CAUGHT BY THE PASSENGER GRABBING THE DOOR , PREVENTING IT FROM HITTING A...
NHTSA ODI report, 20110903
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure.
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WHILE ROUNDING A LEFT HAND TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 15- 20 MPH, THE PASSENGER LOWERED THE PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW USING THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH- THE DOOR FLEW OPEN , BUT WAS CAUGHT BY THE PASSENGER GRABBING THE DOOR , PREVENTING IT FROM HITTING A...
NHTSA ODI report, 20110903
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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DROPPED OFF CAR FOR 45K MILE SERVICE AND WHILE ROTATING THE TIRES WAS WARNED THAT THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE SEVERELY WORN AND RUSTED AND PADS WORN AT 95%.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150417
1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.
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TAKATA RECALL
NHTSA ODI report, 20171201
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Subaru B9 Tribeca have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.