Is the Subaru Tribeca Reliable?
2006–2014 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Subaru Tribeca Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 2 | 4 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 3 | 3 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 3 | 6 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2008 | 5 | 17 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2007 | 4 | 18 | — | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2006 | 4 | 63 | 9 | — | 46 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Tribeca Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Tribeca scores 8 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Subaru Tribeca Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 118 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Subaru Tribeca reliable?+
The Subaru Tribeca scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 26 recall campaigns and 118 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Tribeca is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2014 Tribeca achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 1 recall and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Tribeca last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Subaru Tribeca owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Tribeca will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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