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

996

Operating state

807

Safety restraint issue

455

Engine behavior

346

Reporting mechanism

301

Safety restraint behavior

238

Braking behavior

230

Fluid issue

223

Electrical issue

216

Performance issue

212

Driver assistance issue

188

Noise

167

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

156

Vibration/harshness

151

Access/entry issue

144

Infotainment behavior

126

Thermal issue

125

Smell

102

Ride/handling behavior

83

Lighting behavior

67

Steering behavior

60

Starting behavior

43

Powering on/off behavior

39

Recent change

33

HVAC behavior

23

Wiper/washer behavior

17

Communication/network issue

7

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


Crash

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…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.