NHTSA Data Explorer
Subaru Legacy
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
3,159
Active records
Recalls
83
Active records
TSBs
2,107
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
4
Injuries
190
Crashes
278
Fires
49
Top reported issues — Subaru Legacy
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Condition issue
Operating state
Safety restraint issue
Engine behavior
Reporting mechanism
Safety restraint behavior
Braking behavior
Fluid issue
Electrical issue
Performance issue
Driver assistance issue
Noise
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Access/entry issue
Infotainment behavior
Thermal issue
Smell
Ride/handling behavior
Lighting behavior
Steering behavior
Starting behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Recent change
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2023 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed May 21, 2026
Full screen ads inhibiting, stopping, and blockingfunctionality unless interacted with from a third party service that was forcibly installed by dealership/manufacturer
2019 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed May 13, 2026
The Cam Carrier has a leak due to Subaru using a cheap sealant. My car only has 80,000 miles and it is leaking. The subaru is know for this leak after researching it online. They say it is a safety issue cause the oil can fall on the exhaust making in a fire issue.
2019 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed May 8, 2026
driver side mirror can not be adjusted to effectively see visually car in blind spot; fortunately car saw me changing lane when it was just off rear driverside fender; did not seen in mirror or in window; 70 years used visual; blind spot light inconsistent; visual is
2005 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed May 6, 2026
Brake lines were definitely not replaced even though known to be defective and prone to corrosion and leaks. Almost got into a accident because the known recalled area let go on the highway
2018 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 27, 2026
Ghost touch issues with infotainment system (as with many other Subaru models). Cannot use radio, Bluetooth or any screen functions.
2023 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 24, 2026
All electronic instrument panels failed to power on upon ignition. Vehicle was drive-able, but all key information provided by instrument panel was not available: such as actual speed, gear selection, engine RPMs, backup cameras. Additionally, infotainment system was not available either, so none of vehicle controls that reside on the displays were available. This condition persisted thru the length of drive.
2024 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 23, 2026
All Safety features stopped working while driving multiple times and loading feature pops up on the display screen. Speakers will go mute randomly, no sound will emit including phone calls. Automatic stop feature has engaged on the interstate multiple times, locking breaks (This is extremely dangerous) and lane assist does not recognize the difference between a lane or tar strips road patches. Will Automatically move the car into the next lane, even when a vehicle is in the lane. I have…
2012 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 17, 2026
Engine failed 3 cyclinders blew, car would not start, was able to drive car into parking lot (Einstein Bagels)before failure, otherwise could have been reared ended, as was in heavy traffic on westbound Dundee Road, in Palatine IL. Parking lot was near Dundee and Rand Road intersection
2022 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 10, 2026
I experienced unintended acceleration while operating my vehicle. I was slowly pulling into a parking space at a gym when, without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly forward. I did not intentionally press the accelerator at that time. The unexpected acceleration caused the vehicle to surge ahead and collide with a light post, resulting in significant damage to the front bumper. Fortunately, there were no pedestrians or other vehicles in front of me, so no injuries occurred. …
2019 SUBARU LEGACY
Filed Apr 9, 2026
Multimedia component is not working correctly and it could cause an accident due to trying to change/control the component over and over again. It has a mind of its own. I turn it off and it turns on by itself. It switches radio stations by itself. The screen changes apps all by itself. I can't correctly use any of it anymore. I try using my phone and even though I don't want it sent to audio on the car it switches to it and then the conversation cuts in and out. I've tried resetting it a…