Five problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1997 Subaru Legacy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1997 Subaru Legacy outback. Came out to my parked vehicle with the right front tire flat due to part of the suspension spring being snapped and sticking into inside of the tire. Spring was intact when I parked it. Frightening to think if that had happened while driving on the highway of which I was the day before this happened.
Engine was knocking and making a ticking noise, brakes were making a squeak/ loud noise, dealership is aware of problem. Consumer stated that the vehicle pulls to the right and steering wheel wobbles, also rim was replaced due to it being bent.
Vehicle lot balance control during swift steering resulting in collision, violent deployment of air bag resulting in injuries to consumer (forearm and facial).
Recall notice sent for suspension weld work to be completed, however denied due to lack of parts.
This all-wheel drive hydroplaned in very heavy rain, enbeknownst to my wife, until the car drifted toward the median of the divided 4-lane. Traction was regained and she was propelled across and down the embankment. Thankfully, no cars were coming -- plus, the all-wheel drive got her back up the embankment and home. Shouldn't a light or sensor be required so all-wheel drive car owners know when hydroplaning occurs? how else is there to know?!? thanks so much.