Electrical System Related Problems of the 2018 Subaru Legacy

Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2018 Subaru Legacy. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the car will not start (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Subaru Legacy


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2018 Subaru Legacy

The Electrical System problem

The infotainment touchscreen in my 2018 Subaru Legacy experiences “ghost touch,” where the screen registers inputs without driver interaction and becomes unresponsive. While driving, the screen changes settings on its own and distracts the driver.   Read details...

The Car Will Not Start problem

While exiting off highway, the can unexpectedly shut off nearly causing a wreck. Car would not restart. The entertainment screen remained working the entire time. The instrument cluster went black and remained this way.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Purchased a new Subaru Legacy Feb. 28, 2018. After only 70 miles the warning light for seat belts and airbag malfunction appeared on a starlink system and dash. After immediately taking it in at the local car dealer, service agents claimed that a "rodent" has caused the damage.   Read details...


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



Legacy Service Bulletins
Legacy Safety Recalls
Legacy Defect Investigations