In September, 2005, the auto transmission would not engage in drive for
10 to 20 seconds, and then with a kick. Subaru dealer said there were 59,000 miles on vehicle, but warranty expired a month before. Too bad for me. I took it to an independent transmission shop that changed the X-mission fluid. The X-mission lasted another 8 months before it would take 20-30 seconds to engage in drive. I paid $2200 to have the unit rebuilt. Mechanic said a number of parts were damaged.Anyone have a similar situation with a 2000 Subaru Outback? Vehicle has been serviced by the Subaru Dealer. The vehicle also was recalled twice for other problems.