2025 Subaru Outback: Sunroof spontaneously exploded
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2025 Outback report: sunroof spontaneously exploded. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 35,700 miles.
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints for the 2025 Outback in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11755406 (filed 08/07/2026): “The contact owns a 2025 subaru outback. the contact stated that while driving during heavy rainfall, the front windshield displayed a distorted view while the windshield wipers were activated. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; ho…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11719168 (filed 02/19/2026): “1.) eyesight constantly turns off on a whim. no reason or rhyme to it but just turns off. meaning none of my "safety" systems (lane departure, crash avoidance, emergency braking, lane keeping assistance, collision warnings, collision braking) are functioning…”
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: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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