Is the 2006 Subaru 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 2006 Subaru Tribeca?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Subaru Tribeca have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2006 Subaru Tribeca

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2006 Subaru Tribeca
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:03.340Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 9
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2006: 9 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2006	9
2007	4
2008	14
2009	5
2010	4
2011	2
2013	3
2014	0

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

5 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Subaru Tribeca. While driving at 35 MPH, the contact lost consciousness and lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle went airborne and crashed between two trees. The air bags failed to deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-10

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Subaru Tribeca. While driving 10 MPH, the rear passenger side of the contact's vehicle was struck by another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the driver side seat belt did not tighten upon impact.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-30

Also filed under Seat belts

Exterior lighting

2 of 9 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

Latches/locks/linkages

2 of 9 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Visibility/wiper

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Structure

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2013-02-19Exterior lighting12V602000 Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Legacy and Outback vehicles, certain model year 2006 through 2012 Tribeca vehicles sold before January 2012, and certain model year 2009 through…

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fused-harness, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.

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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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2016-09-06Latches/locks/linkages, structure16V060000 Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Tribeca vehicles manufactured November 16, 2004, to January 27, 2014.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will complete this recall in two phases. Phase one will involve inspection, cleaning, and lubricating the hood safety and hood lock systems.

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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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2017-03-06Air 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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2017-03-08Air 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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2019-05-10Electrical system19V297000 Subaru of America, Inc.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Subaru Tribeca — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
Latches/locks/linkages: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 12V602000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 16V358000 · Air bags
Recall 16V359000 · Air bags
Recall 16V060000 · Latches/locks/linkages, structure
Recall 17V014000 · Air bags
Recall 17V026000 · Air bags
Recall 17V016000 · Air bags
Recall 19V297000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2006 Subaru 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 2006 Subaru Tribeca?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Subaru Tribeca have?: 8 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.