Two problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2006 Subaru Legacy. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Subaru Legacy based on all problems reported for the 2006 Legacy.
Before this - engine replaced with very few miles - Subaru claimed no warranty - insurance paid based on tiny leak in radiator - car just quit. Never knew of any leak - not water in garage floor ever. Then on 12/28/10 had heard loud knocking noise in front end. Subaru sent wrecker (2 hrs_ 1-way) to pick up car - replaced front end problems. Continued/constant problems with this vehicle - truly a lemon. I am 77 - have been stranded more than 2 x's recently - car just loses power - ck engine & cruise lights - also 10/9/12 dash lights on drove 6+ hours to service in new braunfels, TX. Nearest dealer is 2. 5 hrs away 1-way. Need dealers no one else will even look at Subaru. This is truly the Subaru from hell!!!!! limited income cannot buy another car but I should would if I could.
The contact owns a 2006 Subaru Legacy. While the vehicle was stopped, the contact noticed smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. Once she pulled the vehicle over, she opened the hood and noticed flames coming from the radiator. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to her local mechanic and repaired. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The vehicle was never diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 36,700.