MYRModel Year Report

2013 Subaru Tribeca

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2013 Subaru Tribeca
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:59.239Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2013: 3 complaints 2013 3 2014: 0 complaints 2014
2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2013: 3 complaints 2013 3 2014: 0 complaints 2014
2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2013: 3 complaints 2013 3 2014: 0 complaints 2014

2013: 3 complaints

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20074
200814
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20133
20140

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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Alt temp light continues to come on the care will have a funny shift then a strong jerk, speed can only go under 20 MPH and then the alt temp light comes on along with the check engine light and curise control lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-17

Engine

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

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Subaru of america class action law suit hello I own a 2013 Subaru Tribeca with VIN [xxx] that has recently lost all the engine oil and no warning light illuminated alerting me the vehicle was low or had no oil.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-09

Air bags

1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.

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Takata recall

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-28

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2013-08-13Power train13V336000 Subaru of America is recalling certain model year 2014 Legacy 3.6R and Outback 3.6R and 2013 Tribeca vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through June 28, 2013 and equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions.

    Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's recall number is WQJ-46.

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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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2018-02-09Air bags18V012000 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 on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783.

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    2019-01-25Air bags19V008000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-19.

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    2019-01-25Air bags19V007000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-19.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2019-01-25Air bags19V009000 Subaru of America, Inc.

    Remedy: Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Subaru Tribeca — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V336000 · Power train
  • Recall 16V060000 · Latches/locks/linkages, structure
  • Recall 18V012000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V008000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V007000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V009000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Subaru Tribeca?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru Tribeca have?
6 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.