2026 Subaru Uncharted
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 39 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
77% of complaints: exterior lighting — 30 distinct reports on file.
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When driving in the dark the headlight housing bounces a lot causing the headlight beams to bounce and dance like crazy over any and all little bumps on the road and is very distracting to me the driver and more than likely cars driving towards me...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260728
Just bought brand new 2026 Subaru Uncharted GT, noticed the headlights flicker or shake a lot while driving especially when going over slightly bumpy roads.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
Headlights bounce/shake when the car is driven on a non-smooth surface. This causes visual distractions when driving at night.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260510
18% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
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On three separate incidents, my 12V battery drained leaving me stranded. The car was purchased [XXX]. I called road service for a jump, then jumped car myself for next two battery drain issues.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260727
It is an EV, the 12 volt battery went dead after sitting 3 days.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
The uncharted and its related models (subaru solterra and trailseeker, Toyota bZ, bZ Woodland, and C-HR, and Lexus RZ) have an issue that bricks the car. It drains the 12V battery.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3% of complaints: structure — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing body.
3% of complaints: engine — 1 distinct report on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2026 Subaru Uncharted — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2026 Subaru Uncharted 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 2026 Subaru Uncharted?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 77% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Uncharted have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.