Suspension Related Problems of the 2006 Subaru Legacy

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2006 Subaru Legacy. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Subaru Legacy


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2006 Subaru Legacy

The Suspension problem

Our 2006 Legacy outback was our 4th family Subaru, and was recently purchased used. I'm a driver with over 48 years of accident-free experience in new england and the northern us, traveling on personal and business trips during all types of severe winter driving conditions.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

I have an 06 Subaru Legacy gt. At my 30,000mile checkup the report states good except the rear brake pads & rotors which is rated; may require follow up attention. The rear rotors were machined. At 37,778 miles the radio was replaced due to it shorting out.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

June 2012 - replaced front control arm bushings which were worn after only ~80,000 miles, earlier than would be expected. Rear control arm bushings are also wearing and will need to be replaced. August 2013 - airbag warning light on dashboard came on and stayed on while driving with a passenger in   Read details...


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