[CoolStoryBro]

So I had to replace both my axles at 115k on my 2016 2.5i limited, I was receiving a clicking noise while turning it was very hard to pinpoint which side it was coming from. I called every local parts store including NAPA at the time which was 9/2019 and none offer a replacement axle at the time. I called reman axle company and they told me they did not rebuild them yet but they were receiving a lot of calls on 2015-16 Outbacks and Legacys. Called all the dealers close to my house and got all different prices ranging from $400-$600 each. Called my local salvage yard that has a good reputation for late model vehicle parts and got my hands on two axles with 40k miles on them for $99 each and 30 day warranty. Put them in and have not had any problems with the axles since with 145k on the car now. I do recommend picking up two new ball joints when you do the job ($88 from my local Subaru Dealer for both). I damaged them when breaking loose the control arm even after using the proper ball joint separating tool. Overall the job took me about an entire afternoon the axles popped right out after I removed the steering knuckles (to replaced damaged ball joints). I think the ball joints were more of a pita then the axles probably due to our Wisconsin winters. Just my two cents worth take it for what it is. Here are some pictures of the job probably have enough for a DIY if I wanted to but the job is pretty straight forward, this Outback has been one of easiest cars I have ever worked on.