MYRModel Year Report

2006 Subaru Baja

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2006 Subaru Baja
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:18.356Z

Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
24

Too few to rank

Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

2006: 24 complaints

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YearComplaints
200338
200418
200537
200624

Known problem areas

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

5 of 24 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASHINJURY
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While driving a Subaru Baja 2006 model I swerved and rolled over after fish tailing. I also almost did the same in a 2005 model but only came up off two wheels but did not roll it , even though it was close.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-20

Also filed under Structure

Sub frame on drivers side rear rusted through and broke at upper support main arm resulting making tire wobble and rubbing on strut spring.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-12

Engine

4 of 24 total reports mention: engine.

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I have a 2006 Baja turbo, obsidian black, 5 speed. It has (60K) on the odometer. I bought it new and loved it from day one. However, February of last year that love was lost. The cel came on and I went to autozone to have the code pulled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-03

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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Fuel leak/smell on passenger side during cold weather. Leaking oil from engine head gasket.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-24

Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline

Air bags

3 of 24 total reports mention: air bags.

Service brakes

3 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 2 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. 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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    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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    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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    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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    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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  9. 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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    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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    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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  12. 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

2006 Subaru Baja — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13E065000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 09V277000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • 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 2006 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 2006 Subaru Baja?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Subaru Baja have?
10 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.