Trailering

Asked by GuruHLHBK Jul 18, 2019 at 11:09 PM about the 2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited AWD

Question type: General

I have a 2017 Outback. Why in the owners manual does it say the the trailer
needs brakes if you want to tow more than 1000 pounds of weight?

1 Answer

F_O_R answered 5 years ago

Safety. Some states also require trailer brakes above a certain weight.

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