What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (2006–2007) B9 Tribeca?

B9 Tribeca owners have made 19 complaints about the 2006–2007 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 21st out of 38 Subaru generations in overall reliability, with some body and engine concerns.

Common 2006-2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca Problems

Some of the worst issues 1st generation B9 Tribeca owners have to deal with.

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (2006–2007) B9 Tribeca Key Numbers

  1. 2 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 19 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 21st in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 38 eligible generations.