Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2014
NewestThe 2014 Subaru B9 Tribeca is a reliable three-row SUV with standard all-wheel drive, boasting an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and zero complaints.
2013
The 2013 Subaru B9 Tribeca is a reliable SUV with an excellent record, boasting zero recalls and complaints.
2012
The 2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection essential, particularly focusing on the **powertrain**.
2011
The 2011 Subaru B9 Tribeca presents an average reliability profile.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Subaru B9 Tribeca?
Carfocal currently has 4 published B9 Tribeca reports, covering 2011 through 2014. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2014 Subaru B9 Tribeca is a reliable three-row SUV with standard all-wheel drive, boasting an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and zero complaints.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
Is the Subaru B9 Tribeca reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Subaru B9 Tribeca. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2014 subaru b9 tribeca is a reliable three-row suv with standard all-wheel drive, boasting an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and zero complaints. and the 2014 subaru b9 tribeca offers a strong value for used car shoppers prioritizing reliability and all-wheel-drive capability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Subaru B9 Tribeca?
Across Carfocal's published B9 Tribeca guides, recurring problem areas include Torque Converter, Transmission Service, and Exterior Light Bulb Replacement. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Torque Converter, Transmission Service, and Exterior Light Bulb Replacement.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints