Failure of the horn to work in Your Subaru Outback is most probably due to a bad relay. In some cases, the horn itself needs to be replaced. The relay is relatively inexpensive and You can replace it to see if that fixes it. If the problem still persists then the horn should be replaced. Horns are usually electrically powered and a failing horn will emit lower sound intensity. In some cases, a distorted sound is also produced when the horn is pressed, indicating a failure of the horn. The average cost for a Subaru Outback horn replacement is between $130 and $150, including both the installation charges and price of parts required.
Unfortunately I don't have an answer to your specific issue, but should add to the possibility of it being the Clock spring. I have just been quoted A$915 to have it replaced/ fixed. Surely this is a failure on Subaru' part and should be part of a recall. Anybody else having issues with their horn not working, or been told the same thing?
Bob Polt
February 20, 2022
Yes I have the same problem the horn doesn’t work when the steering wheel is in a certain position when I turn the wheel 180 degrees the horn works
Patricia
March 21, 2024
My horn stopped working on my 2015 Subaru. It did work intermittently and I'm thinking its when the wheel is really turned while backing out.
Let me know if you figure it out I failed inspection because my 2014 horn didn’t work today
Norma R.
March 15, 2022
David Fowler I failed inspection today because the horn on my 2014 Outback did not work.
Joel L
July 30, 2020
If the horn is not working properly in your Subaru Outback first check fuses then look for corrosion on the electrical connectors attached to the horn's assembly.
The Questions and Answers on this page are the statements and opinions of their respective authors and not VehicleHistory.com. VehicleHistory.com
does not research or authenticate any of the Answers provided.