Electrical System Related Problems of the 1996 Subaru Legacy

Table 1 shows ten common electrical system related problems of the 1996 Subaru Legacy. The number one most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition (four problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1996 Subaru Legacy

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

While driving the battery warning light came on followed by engine stalling. Vehicle was towed to a service station , who indicated that this occurred because of alternator failure. The alternator and battery were replaced. The failure recurred.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

Request for reimbursement regarding the repair of the 1996 Subaru Legacy driver's side front spring. During a routine inspection, it was discovered that the spring on the left front of the consumers vehicle had failed for the second time.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

1996 suburu Legacy shuts down all electrical system. Purchased in utah drove to denver area. Went to dmv to register then car quit. Rests a while then starts.   Read details...


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