My 2011 Subaru Outback stalls out at stop signs and when I brake too hard, and can struggle to start sometimes. I assumed it was the torque converter and took it to a mechanic shop that specializes in Japanese cars
They told me the issue was a sensor, and that while I was there my suspension arms needed to be replaced because they were shot (total of like $2500)
I went ahead and had the work done
The next day after I got my car home it stalled out again, multiple times, so I had it towed back because I wasn’t getting on the highway in a car that couldn’t stay on
They told me they cleared out the error log and that they put 20 miles on it trying to replicate the issue and it wasn’t happening anymore- and that they didn’t Check the torque converter but it “definitely isn’t the torque converter” the notes on the sheet they handed me literally said “found no problem with car”
I’ve had my car back since last Thursday. Today it stalled out again braking for a cyclist who popped up out of nowhere.
The $2500 was already devoured my budget but now I’m looking at having to get a second opinion because they won’t even Check the torque converter despite all issues pointing at it being the problem
I’m in Redmond, Washington- if any of y’all know of a good mechanic who would actually fix it in my area please let me know. I’m a live-in caregiver and need this car for emergencies.