general problems of the 2001 Subaru Legacy

Three problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2001 Subaru Legacy. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Subaru Legacy based on all problems reported for the 2001 Legacy.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2019

Sudden acceleration causing an accident. The Subaru was at rest in drive.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 11/12/2018

In colder weather I have fuel leaking from fuel lines under the hood which creates a strong gas smell inside the vehicle. I went online and found nhsta recall # 00v393000 . I am not sure if this is for my vehicle or not. Since this is a major safety issue, could it be repaired at at Subaru dealer near me ?.

3 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 11/11/2014

Gas fuel lines in engine compartment leaking in cold weather. Gas pooling on engine creating fire hazard. Same issue as other Subaru. Strong fuel smell inside cabin and out.




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