2011 Subaru Outback: Stalling while braking stopping
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2011 Outback report: stalling while braking stopping. CarComplaints.com lists 6 owner complaints, average mileage 98,450 miles.
NHTSA has 93 owner complaints for the 2011 Outback in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11737640 (filed 05/13/2026): “Purchased my 2011 subaru outback 3.6r limited from the dealership, new. since 2013, the subaru dealer has discovered multiple oil leaks, replaced the head gaskets 3 times, thermostat 4 times, the alternator 3 times, timing belt 4 times, radiator 3 times, start…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11732099 (filed 04/18/2026): “Took my vehicle in for oil change and was notified the cam carrier is leaking. researching this issue online it seems this is a very common problem with this vehicle and if i had known earlier wouldn’t have purchased for my daughter. with such a common problem…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace torque convertor (1 reports) torque converter replacement tsb #16-90-13r (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,200 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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