Structure Problems of Subaru Legacy

Subaru Legacy owners have reported 95 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (62 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (11 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Subaru Legacy

The Body problem

While turning the wheel to back out of a parking spot, we heard a loud clunking sound. From that point on, while braking there were loud clunking sounds and the car pulled to the right. We brought it to our mechanic and was informed the front sub frame/ engine cradle, was completey rusted out due   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver, and there were abnormal sounds coming from underneath the vehicle when the vehicle drove over potholes or objects on the roadway.   Read details...

The Door problem

Right side door strikers misadjusted causing the door not to close easily. Nlm   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns 2001 Subaru Legacy outback. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number 03v153000 (suspension). However, the remedy failed to correct the failure. The sub frame was found corroded and fractured.   Read details...

The Roof And Pillar problem

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Subaru Legacy. Upon exiting the vehicle, the driver noticed that the driver's seat was wet. Upon further investigation, the driver found a puddle of water under the driver's seat.   Read details...




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