| Issue ID | 1517195 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11154286 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | OUTBACK |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| File date | 01/11/18 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | On numerous occasions in past 6 weeks, i have been unable to turn key to lock so car is turned off and i cannot withdraw the key. Only by excessive "playing around" with gear shift etc. Can i finally get key out. This could present serious problems to anyone. My dealer not particularly helpful-said if not doing it when bring car in-they can't fix. If you go on internet your can see that has been a recurring problem for subaru owners of various models. I can't believe there hasn't been a recall. Thank you. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 5500 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | OCEANPORT, NJ |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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