Electrical System Related Problems of the 2016 Subaru Legacy

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2016 Subaru Legacy. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (41 problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (three problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Subaru Legacy


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2016 Subaru Legacy

The Electrical System problem

The factory touchscreen infotainment system is experiencing severe screen delamination (internal adhesive failure). This defect causes uncontrollable 'ghost touching,' where the screen registers phantom inputs.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

The car was stationary and over time rodents (mice) chew on the electrical wires harness due to the attraction of manufacturing material. Manufacturing material is a soy base electrical wrapping. Both occurrences happened at the same exact junction where wiring housing is attached to the engine.   Read details...

The Software problem

In less than 36,000 miles it developed a grinding noise that can be felt above 50 mph. Dealer found a problem with the auto transmission. It will being replaced under warranty. Strange, I thought Subaru is known for better transmission.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Subaru Legacy model year vehicles:



Legacy Service Bulletins
Legacy Safety Recalls
Legacy Defect Investigations