Subaru Legacy owners have reported 2 problems related to steering idler arm (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Subaru Legacy based on all problems reported for the Legacy.
Bolt on the idler arm snapped, causing the timing chain to drop, and resulting in a bent engine valve. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
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While driving with cruise engaged,attempted to brake and to disengage cruise control, there was no response, cruise continued, upon pressing harder on brake pedal, vehicle wheels locked up, went into skid, hit barrier at approx. 65mph, not fixed.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Power Steering Light On problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems |