MYRModel Year Report

2005 Subaru Baja

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2005 Subaru Baja
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:52.423Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
37
Recalls
11

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 38 complaints 2003 2004: 18 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 24 complaints 2006
2003: 38 complaints 2003 2004: 18 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 24 complaints 2006
2003: 38 complaints 2003 2004: 18 complaints 2004 2005: 37 complaints 2005 37 2006: 24 complaints 2006

2005: 37 complaints

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YearComplaints
200338
200418
200537
200624

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

19% · 7 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

16% · 6 reports
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The vehicle is leaking fuel. When tank is full the presence of the fumes are overwhelming. Other 2005 Baja's have been repaired under a recall, but mine has not been fixed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-09

Fuel system, gasoline

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

Engine

14% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY
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During the afternoon of the December 21ST ice storm in bozeman Montana, my 2005 Subaru Baja slid off the road and down a steep incline. Although I only sustained bumps and bruises, the car was totaled. The accident could have easily been fatal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-08

Also filed under Structure and suspension

Structure

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body.

CRASHINJURY
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The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Baja. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the contact noticed an unusual squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle to a safe location and parked the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-08

Safety timeline

11 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-11-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-05-21 Fuel pump leak
  2. I
    2009-05-21Engineering analysisClosed 2009-07-20 Fuel pump leaks
  3. R
    2009-10-23Fuel system, gasoline09V277000 Subaru is recalling 15,761 my 2005-2006 Baja vehicles. Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection on the outlet pressure side of the fuel pump.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket including all nipples with a new and stronger design part. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during…

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  4. I
    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  5. R
    2015-01-15Air bags14V763000 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.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQP-51.

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  6. I
    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  7. R
    2016-07-22Air bags16V358000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500.

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  8. R
    2016-08-24Air bags16V359000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500.

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  9. R
    2017-03-06Air bags17V026000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-17.

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  10. R
    2017-03-06Air bags17V014000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-17.

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  11. R
    2017-03-08Air bags17V016000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2017.

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  12. R
    2020-01-07Air bags20V002000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

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  13. R
    2020-01-07Air bags20V001000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators with alternate inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020.

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  14. R
    2020-01-07Air bags20V003000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

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  15. R
    Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline13E065000 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 Subaru Baja's, Outback's and Legacy's.

    Remedy: Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Recall is expected to begin on January 2, 2014. Customers may contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056. The recall is expected to begin during January 2014.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Subaru Baja — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13E065000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 09V277000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 14V763000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V358000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V359000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V026000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V014000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V016000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V002000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V001000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V003000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2005 Subaru Baja 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 2005 Subaru Baja?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Subaru Baja have?
11 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.