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SUBARU SAMBAR (2012–2025): Technical Data, DTC & Service Schedule

By TroubleAtlas Technical Team · Updated 4 July 2026 · Cross-checked against 3 independent sources
Built 2012–2025 · all production years covered on this single page

0.66L I3 KF • Gasoline

Subaru Sambar (2012–2025)

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5 Common problems View details →
29 OBD2 codes View details →
0 Recalls / TSB View details →
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Reliability
n/a
Safety & recalls
n/a
Repair cost
9.5
Parts & repairability
4.1
Maintenance & durability
n/a
Documentation & support
n/a
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Every figure on this Subaru Sambar (2012–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.

The Subaru Sambar (2012–2025) is powered by a 0.66L I3 KF engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.

⚠️Common problems 🔧Common repairs 💧Fluids & lubricants 🔋Battery 🔌Fault codes (OBD2) 🔴Dashboard lights 🛒Parts comparator 🔧Accessories & tools 🛞Tyres 📋Recalls & TSB 📍Workshops nearby
⚠️ COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT

Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.

Related codes: P0217

Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT

ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.

Related codes: P0522

Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT

Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.

Related codes: P0524

Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT

Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.

Related codes: P0606

Throttle actuatorFREQUENT

Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.

Related codes: P2100

🔧 COMMON REPAIRS
🔧
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.5h
€35 – €45
🔧
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.5h
€35 – €45
🛢
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.2h
€14 – €18
🔧
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
💰 AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS

Prices may vary by area and workshop.

🔧
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
🛑
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
⚡
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
📊
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
⏱️ OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)

Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.

Brakes8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
ABS Module1.2h€ 54–€ 90
ABS Pump1.2h€ 54–€ 90
ABS Tone Ring0.9h€ 40–€ 67
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front0.9h€ 40–€ 67
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Brake Bleed - All Four0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Brake Booster1.8h€ 81–€ 135
Brake Booster Check Valve0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Cooling8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Coolant Bypass Pipe0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Coolant Flush0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Coolant Reservoir0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Coolant Temperature Sensor0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Cooling Fan Assembly0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Cooling Fan Clutch0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Cooling Fan Motor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Cooling Fan Relay0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Electrical8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Airbag - Driver0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Airbag - Passenger0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Airbag - Side0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Airbag Module/Computer0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Alternator0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Alternator Belt0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Amplifier0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Antenna0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Engine8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Camshaft Position Sensor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Camshaft R&R2.7h€ 121–€ 202
Connecting Rod Bearings0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Crankshaft Position Sensor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Crankshaft R&R0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Cylinder Head R&R2.7h€ 121–€ 202
Cylinder Head Resurface2.7h€ 121–€ 202
Engine Mount - Front1.8h€ 81–€ 135
Exhaust8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Injection Check Valve0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Catalytic Converter - California1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Catalytic Converter - Universal1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Downpipe1.2h€ 54–€ 90
EGR Cooler0.9h€ 40–€ 67
EGR Tube0.9h€ 40–€ 67
EGR Valve0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Fuel system8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Charcoal Canister0.9h€ 40–€ 67
EVAP Purge Valve0.9h€ 40–€ 67
EVAP Vent Valve0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Fuel Cap0.2h€ 9–€ 15
Fuel Filler Neck1.8h€ 81–€ 135
Fuel Filter0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Fuel Filter - In-Tank0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Fuel Injector - Single1.8h€ 81–€ 135
HVAC8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
AC Accumulator1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Clutch Coil0.9h€ 40–€ 67
AC Compressor1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Compressor Clutch1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Compressor Oil Add1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Condenser1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Evaporator1.2h€ 54–€ 90
AC Expansion Valve (TXV)1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Steering8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Center Link/Drag Link0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Electric Power Steering Module0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Electric Power Steering Motor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Idler Arm0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Pitman Arm0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Power Steering Fluid Flush1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Power Steering Gear Box1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Power Steering Hose - High Pressure0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Suspension8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Line0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Air Spring/Air Bag0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Air Suspension Compressor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Air Suspension Height Sensor0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Air Suspension Valve Block0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Ball Joint - Lower0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Ball Joint - Upper1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Ball Joints - Upper and Lower1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Transmission8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Kickdown Cable0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Neutral Safety Switch0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Overdrive Solenoid0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Shift Cable0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Shift Linkage0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Shift Solenoid - Single0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Shift Solenoids - All0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Torque Converter2.7h€ 121–€ 202
💵 WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY

Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.

🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
Brake Fluid
Brake Fluid
DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Replace when moisture content exceeds 3% or every 2-3 years
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)

No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.

🔴 DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE

53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.

Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!BRAKE
Brake System WarningBrakes
K
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
+−
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
!BRAKE
ABS WarningBrakes
!BRAKE
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
!BRAKE
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
S
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
N
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
!
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
?
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
L
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
L
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
A
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
L
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
A
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
A
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
A
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
A
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
!
Door Open WarningBody
!
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission

Frequently Asked Questions

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Subaru Sambar (2012–2025)?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Subaru Sambar (2012–2025) be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Subaru Sambar (2012–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

Bookmark this page to consult it at the workshop or when buying parts. TroubleAtlas updates its technical data continuously — check back for new information on the Subaru Sambar (2012–2025).

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