2010–2014 BR (4th generation)
2010–2014 Subaru Outback Wiper Blade Sizes
The 2010–2014 Subaru Outback takes a 26-inch driver-side blade and a 18-inch passenger-side blade. The rear wiper is 14 inches. Includes connector type and whether a longer blade will fit.
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The 2010–2014 Subaru Outback takes a 26" driver-side and 18" passenger-side wiper blade, plus a 14" rear blade.
2010–2014 Subaru Outback blade lengths and fitment
Check your manual| Position | Length |
|---|---|
| Driver side | 26 in |
| Passenger side | 18 in |
| Rear | 14 in |
Some aftermarket fitment charts list a 19-in passenger blade instead of 18-in for this generation. Measure the old blade before ordering.
Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover?
These wiper blades specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2010 through 2014 — the BR (4th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2010–2014 Subaru Outback
- 2010–2012Generation launch; pre-facelift styling, slightly taller ride height than later years
- 2011Minor changes following the 2010 redesign: XM satellite radio becomes standard and the power liftgate feature expands to more trims
- 2012Premium trim gains a new standard six-speaker stereo along with standard Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- 2013–2014Minor facelift: revised front/rear fascias, updated infotainment options; mechanical specs carry over
2010–2014 Subaru Outback wiper blades: common questions
What size wiper blades does a 2010–2014 Subaru Outback take?
- 26 inches on the driver's side and 18 inches on the passenger's side, plus a 14-inch rear blade.
Can you fit a longer wiper blade on a 2010–2014 Subaru Outback?
- Going up one inch usually clears, but it is not free: an oversized driver's blade can overlap the passenger blade at the top of the sweep, or run off the edge of the glass and chatter. The factory sizes are chosen to sweep the maximum area without contact.
What wiper connector does a 2010–2014 Subaru Outback use?
- Some aftermarket fitment charts list a 19-in passenger blade instead of 18-in for this generation. Measure the old blade before ordering.. Blade packaging lists the connector type. Match it or the adapter will not latch.
Sources
- Wikipedia, Subaru Outback generations (BR)
- AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity
- Subaru Outback Forums, real oil capacity of EZ36 in 3.6R
- Subaru Outback Forums, CVT in the 3.6 (5AT vs CVT by year)
- NHTSA, 2013V194000 steering column recall bulletin (WQI-45)
- NHTSA, 18V626 electronic parking brake actuator recall (WTV-81)
- Class Law Group, Subaru oil consumption class action settlement summary
- Subaru Outback Forums, 2011 Premium tire size (225/60R17)
- Conley Subaru, Outback lug nut torque by model year
- samarins.com, 2010–2014 Subaru Outback common problems
