Sell your 1999 Subaru Outback for cash

The 1999 Subaru Outback is a wagon that came with a choice of 2.2L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl engines. At 27 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1999 Subaru Outback at a glance

Body styleCompact Cars, Midsize Station Wagons
Engines2.2L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy18–20 city / 24–27 highway / 21–22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,050–$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂404–423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA8 configurations: Legacy AWD, Legacy Wagon AWD
Age27 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 27 years old, most of a 1999 Outback's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a wagon, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1999 Outback. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the power train, typically around 101,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1999 Subaru Outback recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 1999 Subaru Outback. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

SuspensionJun 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V216000

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with front coil springs originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new york, new jersey, new hampshire, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont…

Risk: Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire. Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.

Service Brakes, HydraulicMar 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V040000

Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS). (the 1999 2.2 liter legacy vehicles are excluded). In extremely cold weather, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle stopping distance is increased.

Risk: This condition causes the vehicle stopping distance to be increased, possibly resulting in a crash.

Engine and Engine CoolingJun 1998 · NHTSA campaign 98V127000

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, also service parts supplied to Subaru dealers are involved (lot numbers f01 j21d2, f01 j30d2, f02 j09d1, f02 j09d2, and f02 j20d1). The purolator oil filter cans used on these vehicles can fracture causing a vaporized oil spray and subsequent oil leak.

Risk: This vaporized oil spray can result in oil vapor ignition by the hot exhaust system resulting in a possible underhood fire.

Common 1999 Outback problems

Owners have filed 205 complaints about the 1999 Subaru Outback with NHTSA. 31 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 30 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Power Train25
  • Vehicle Speed Control18
  • Engine and Engine Cooling15
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic15
  • Air Bags7
  • Power Train7

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Power Train101,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control97,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling84,000 mi
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic30,000 mi
  • Power Train45,000 mi

1999 Subaru Outback service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 39 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1999 Subaru Outback. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment9
  • Electrical System3
  • Fuel System3
  • Service Brakes3
  • Gasoline2
  • Power Train2

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2023 · 12-249-23R

    This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles impor

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2022 · 15-302-22

    This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2022 · 01-167-08R

    This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2022 · 15-192-22R

    This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to a

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 1999 Outback: questions

How much is a 1999 Subaru Outback worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1999 Outback that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1999 Outbacks that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1999 Outback with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1999 Subaru Outback; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1999 Outback?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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