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Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 1912 repairs.
Subaru Legacy repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (37%)
< $100 (31%)
Chart based on 1158 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Subaru Legacy problems by year
before 1999 (4%)
2000 - 2002 (6%)
2003 - 2004 (8%)
2005 - 2007 (42%)
2008 - 2009 (14%)
2010 - 2012 (15%)
2013 - 2014 (4%)
2015 - 2019 (7%)
2020 - present (0%)
Chart based on 1939 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Subaru Legacy
| Subaru Legacy Personal Experiences: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Only a Subaru dealer can work on these cars. full 2011 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
This is my second Legacy - the 2005 I previously owned was a wonderful vehicle but I typically only keep cars for 2-3 years. I like my dealer and the service, when necessary was very good. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I had a 2008 Legacy and it was a great car. It was sporty, had nice fit and finish and gave me no trouble. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, this is my fifth Legacy, none of which had issues that compromised my choice of a Subaru as a replacement car. full 2009 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Our other car is a Legacy Wagon (2003) with 78,000 miles and no problems, just servic work, oil changes and a set of tires - what more can you ask for! Drives great does okay with fuel enco. full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I used to have a Subaru XT. It was very reliable and had a good performance and fuel economy balance. full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is the fourth vehicle owned. full 2005 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Always loved Subaru. full 2005 Subaru Legacy review |
