2021 SUBARU LEGACY
3 recalls, 43 complaints - 441 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
24V227000 Mar 22, 2024
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
23V755000 Nov 9, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Consequence
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
22V485000 Jul 8, 2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Consequence
An improperly secured drive chain may slip and break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022... Read more
Complaint Statistics
43 total complaints
3 crashes 8 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
ENGINE
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
Engine coolant keeps getting severely low. Coolant intrusion into cylinder 3 is occuring causing severe misfire, low compression, coolant consumption, power loss, white smoke, that causes minor throat and eye irritation, and catalytic converter damage. Constant low coolant level increases risk of fi... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that oil was added on several occasions; however, the oil level was low after several months. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact notice... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 21, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
When driving over bumps, potholes, or railroad tracks with the breaks being pressed, the brakes would pulsate and causing vehicle to stop at a further distance. Due to taking longer time to slow down and stop, I almost hit another vehicle in front of me.
AIR BAGS
Oct 27, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
Airbag light indicator is on showing baby seat is in front passenger seat even when an adult is sitting in the seat. Airbag light indicator switches from baby or booster seat to airbag light indicator when there is no one in the front passenger seat.
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Oct 27, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R. The contact stated that while riding at approximately 30 MPH, the kickstand extended into the parking stance. The contact stated that the motorcycle shut off as a default and lost power after the kickstand unfolded. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or rep... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jul 21, 2025
Incident date: May 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the A-pillar trim on the passenger’s side windshield started to detach. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 7, 2025
Incident date: Jul 3, 2025
Air bags did not deploy. We were hit at 35 miles per hour on the front driver side by someone running the red light. It is currently located at a repair facility waiting for an estimate by the insurance company. The problem has not been reproduced and we did not have any warning messages on.
Crash
2 injured
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Feb 18, 2025
Incident date: Apr 15, 2024
Resubmitting from 2/3/2025 as the first form was not received. Attn: [XXX] I am the original owner of this unit and there is approximately only 1,500 miles on my trailer. This Grand Design is a swap from the original 2019 Grand Design that I already had. When I am able to camp, when my trailer is ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: Dec 28, 2024
The drives side door lock will not disengage. This condition will not allow the driver to exit the car. In the event of a medical emergency, accident, or fire the driver can not extricate themselves and first responders would be delayed in extricating the driver which could lead to serious injury or... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 29, 2024
Incident date: Mar 22, 2024
[XXX] I was driving on [XXX] when my car abruptly stopped. I was almost hit by the driver behind me. I was able to roll the car over to the shoulder. The car was towed. I had 2 mechanics inspect the car on 11/26/24. They both concluded that the piston rings are defective and the car is consuming oi... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 29, 2024
Incident date: Mar 22, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was initially towed to a friend's residence and then towed to t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 12, 2024
UNKNOWN , Rubber seal in the sunroof ripped when I opened it, causing it to make little holes, after the car has sat in dealership lot for a while. I bought the car used so that is the reason the sunroof has not been opened for a long time as it was just in the dealership lot. This could possibly ca... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Nov 3, 2024
Incident date: Nov 3, 2024
My husband hit another vehicle, then proceeded across the road and crashed into a telephone pole. The airbags did not deploy. However the vehicle called onstar to report the crash. The nc state trooper and the towing company both indicated that they were also shocked that the air bags did not deploy... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Nov 3, 2024
Incident date: Nov 3, 2024
My husband hit another vehicle, then proceeded across the road and crashed into a telephone pole. The airbags did not deploy. However the vehicle called onstar to report the crash. The nc state trooper and the towing company both indicated that they were also shocked that the air bags did not deploy... Read more
Crash
2 injured
STEERING
Nov 3, 2024
Incident date: Nov 3, 2024
2019-2022 BMW X7 Xdrive have a major issue with the transfer box which controls the adaptive steering at all front wheels. At low speeds or at driveline when accelerating in forward or reverse while turning the steering wheel the vehicle shudders or jerks causing the skipping like feeling in tractio... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 29, 2024
Incident date: Jul 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started on several occasions, there was a chugging sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle was shaking for approximately 30 seconds. On three other occasions, while driving at various speeds, the " Engine Hot" mes... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jun 17, 2024
Incident date: Apr 21, 2024
Front "camera"/sensor went out, this caused all of the errors to come up and ding repeatedly while driving at a high speed on the interstate. Honda says they won't cover however, this is a safety issue with lots of reports of the same issue in a quick Google search.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 17, 2024
Incident date: Apr 21, 2024
Front "camera"/sensor went out, this caused all of the errors to come up and ding repeatedly while driving at a high speed on the interstate. Honda says they won't cover however, this is a safety issue with lots of reports of the same issue in a quick Google search.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 11, 2024
Incident date: Jun 11, 2024
Passenger headlight keeps going out. Have had to replace 4 times in 3 years. Difficult taking off entire bumper
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, an alarm sounded, and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving, causing the ABS and the cruise control features to become inoperable. The co... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The headlights of my 2015 Acura RDX have degraded to the point where driving at night is near impossible, but definitely dangerous. The bulbs are relatively new, but the light output only extends a few feet in front of the car. This deterioration has been identified by the dealer as a known issue,... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, an alarm sounded, and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving, causing the ABS and the cruise control features to become inoperable. The co... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 17, 2023
Incident date: Mar 17, 2023
Engine stalls when driving without warning due to a faulty Totally integrated power module which also causes a host of other electrical failures such as headlights not turning off, passenger window not rowing down, heat only working on high setting, windshield wipers going haywire, radio volume dis... Read more
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Mar 17, 2023
Incident date: Mar 17, 2023
The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making either a right or left turn, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the rear differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 17, 2023
Incident date: Jan 31, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, a temperature warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was first towed to an independent mechani... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 15, 2022
Incident date: Jun 30, 2022
Three times within a 1 year period, the windshield cracked without an object hitting it. First time in July, 2021, second time in September, 2021, and third time in June, 2022. After the first time, I had the windshield replaced at my own expense. The second time, Subaru completed the replacement at... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 22, 2022
Incident date: Jun 4, 2022
spontaneous windshield crack. parked the car at night and there was nothing wrong with the windshield. Next day i go to drive and there is a seven inch crack starting mid way up the screen on the passenger side. There is no sign of an impact and the crack is very wide. I can get a finger nail inside... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jun 2, 2022
Incident date: May 31, 2022
The car's AEB system keeps mistaking steam from the street (such as sewer covers or construction sites) for a physical object and will activate. It has stopped my car in the middle of the street two days ago (5/31/22) and I was almost rear-ended by the car behind me. The warning system will also e... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 2, 2022
Incident date: May 31, 2022
The car's AEB system keeps mistaking steam from the street (such as sewer covers or construction sites) for a physical object and will activate. It has stopped my car in the middle of the street two days ago (5/31/22) and I was almost rear-ended by the car behind me. The warning system will also e... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 21, 2022
Incident date: Mar 8, 2022
The trunk does not stay open leading to sudden closing on body and head for anyone trying to use the trunk. Leading to a concussion and multiple injuries. Dealership said to place a complaint as there has not yet been a recall for this issue. There is no warning prior to this issue occurring.
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2022
Incident date: Mar 8, 2022
The trunk does not stay open leading to sudden closing on body and head for anyone trying to use the trunk. Leading to a concussion and multiple injuries. Dealership said to place a complaint as there has not yet been a recall for this issue. There is no warning prior to this issue occurring.
1 injured
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Mar 9, 2022
Incident date: Mar 9, 2022
I was driving down the road and I heard a sound, and then saw a 5 inch horizontal crack, starting at the left side of the windshield and then it turned 1 inch up.... It was just above the inspection sticker. I did not hear anything hit but heard a sound. Both surfaces, inside and outside of the gla... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 27, 2022
Incident date: Jan 26, 2022
-Purchased a Subaru Legacy in April 2021. Windshield cracked in May 2021, thought it was a fluke. Worked with insurance company to replace it with a Subaru windshield at an authorized glass replacement business. Windshield cracked again in Jan. 2022. Haven't owned this a year yet. -My safety and... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Jan 11, 2022
Incident date: Jan 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing out of the garage, the rearview camera froze. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact’s wife was able to reset the rearview camera with the assistance of his daughter who looked up the informati... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 10, 2021
Incident date: Dec 2, 2021
The component that failed is the windshield. The windshield has a 14 inch stress crack. The crack suddenly appeared, there was no impact. The crack interferes with the Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance. The Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance could malfunction while driving. The integrity of the winds... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 18, 2021
Incident date: Nov 17, 2021
Info screen froze and didn't come back of for 5 minutes while driving
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Oct 7, 2021
Incident date: Sep 9, 2021
Windshield spontaneously cracked while using defrost function on 9/9/2021. Crack started from bottom center of windshield, at the ceramic defrost line, below rubber seal. Crack approximately 6 inches long. Called Subaru within minutes and directed to take to dealership to have photo taken and submit... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Sep 29, 2021
Battery died completely, left me stranded at a gas station. I had to call and get a jump. I've had the car 9 weeks, it only has 690 miles on it. No warning lights prior, did notice a slightly longer crank a couple days prior. I was told by the dealer that I don't drive enough, and I should keep ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Sep 12, 2021
Incident date: Sep 9, 2021
There seems to be an issue with the infotainment system. The system will randomly turn off which also turns off the safety features. I would like to associate this while CarPlay is in use, but I have witnessed it happen without CarPlay. Subaru has already replaced the head unit under warranty, but t... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Sep 12, 2021
Incident date: Sep 9, 2021
There seems to be an issue with the infotainment system. The system will randomly turn off which also turns off the safety features. I would like to associate this while CarPlay is in use, but I have witnessed it happen without CarPlay. Subaru has already replaced the head unit under warranty, but t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 12, 2021
Incident date: Sep 9, 2021
There seems to be an issue with the infotainment system. The system will randomly turn off which also turns off the safety features. I would like to associate this while CarPlay is in use, but I have witnessed it happen without CarPlay. Subaru has already replaced the head unit under warranty, but t... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Jun 10, 2021
Incident date: May 23, 2021
The contact owns 2021 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, she noticed a crack on the passenger’s side of the front windshield that expanded to the center of the windshield. The contact was unsure what caused the crack in the windshield. The contact reached out to the loca... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 7, 2021
ON JANUARY 7, 2020 AT APPROXIMATELY 8AM, I WAS DRIVING MY CAR WHICH HAD BEEN WARMED UP AND DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MINUTES WHEN MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ABOUT 8 INCHES OFF CENTER. THERE WAS NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME AT THE TIME AND NO VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE DEBRIS ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 SUBARU LEGACY
2021 Subaru Legacy 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.1% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 SUBARU LEGACY
441 manufacturer communications from 127 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 146 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 119 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 46 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 32 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 8 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 8 |
| 220000 SEATS | 8 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 7 |
15-270-20R
Apr 30, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed.
15-270-20R
Apr 30, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed.
09-117-24
Apr 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-117-24
Apr 9, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-117-24
Apr 9, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC P0890 (TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Low) detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-119-24
Apr 4, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.
09-119-24
Apr 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.
09-119-24
Apr 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 miles.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
220000 SEATS
WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WRA-24 Subaru Safety Recall Customer Information Sheet.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
220000 SEATS
Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 3, 2024
220000 SEATS
Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 3, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 3, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 1, 2024
220000 SEATS
WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 1, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.
SubaruNet Announ
Apr 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WRA-24 ODS Sensor Replacement FAQs.
09-80-21R
Apr 1, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly. The new valve contains an enhanced stainless steel internal shaft for optimized durability along with advanced water proofing for the sensor portion.
09-80-21R
Apr 1, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly. The new valve contains an enhanced stainless steel internal shaft for optimized durability along with advanced water proofing for the sensor portion.
07-213-22R
Mar 28, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.
07-213-22R
Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.
7-213-22R
Mar 28, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
"This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified. This battery has higher capacity and is slightly larger in dimension."
7-213-22R
Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified. This battery has higher capacity and is slightly larger in dimension."
SubaruNet Announ
Mar 27, 2024
143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Mar 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Mar 27, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
SubaruNet Announ
Mar 27, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2020-2022 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to replace all (four) of the Occupant Detection System (ODS) sensors on the front passenger seat.
12-321-21R
Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.
12-321-21R
Mar 26, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.
15-257-19R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
"This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insurance companies to monitor driver activity for premium calc
15-257-19R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insurance companies to monitor driver activity for premium calc
15-242-19R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
WRQ-23R
Mar 19, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles. This recall may contain an inhibi
09-99-23R
Feb 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses rare cases of engine surg or jolting when the operator releases the accelerator from half-throttle.
09-99-23R
Feb 5, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin addresses rare cases of engine surg or jolting when the operator releases the accelerator from half-throttle.
WRQ-23R
Jan 31, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
09-81-21R
Jan 22, 2024
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector assembly in response to the DTCs listed.
09-81-21R
Jan 22, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector assembly in response to the DTCs listed.
15-251-19R
Jan 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
15-251-19R
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
15-246-19R
Jan 2, 2024
116320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:SENSOR
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.
15-246-19R
Jan 2, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.
15-246-19R
Jan 2, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when performing immobilizer-related repairs.
07-213-22R
Dec 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.
15-261-20R
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
15-261-20R
Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
15-261-20R
Dec 18, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
WRQ-23
Dec 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
WRQ-23
Dec 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
WRQ-23
Dec 12, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
OTA
Dec 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
OTA version of RC 2304 Announcement
OTA
Dec 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
OTA version of RC 2304 Announcement
SubaruNet Announ
Dec 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.
SubaruNet Announ
Dec 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.
SubaruNet Announ
Dec 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Inhibitor Switch Replacement tool will be automatically shipped to each retailer.
09-114-23
Nov 27, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin the announces availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) developed to address cases of DTC P04AE (EVAP System Purge Control Valve a??Ba?? Performance / Stuck Open).
09-114-23
Nov 27, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This bulletin the announces availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) developed to address cases of DTC P04AE (EVAP System Purge Control Valve a??Ba?? Performance / Stuck Open).
09-106-23R
Nov 27, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF.
18-232-23
Nov 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces the revised break-in procedure for the A/C compressor.
WRI-20R
Nov 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest versio
WRI-20R
Nov 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest versio
SubaruNet Announ
Nov 10, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
SubaruNet Announ
Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
SubaruNet Announ
Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2021 model year Crosstrek vehicles, certain 2022 model year Forester, and certain 2021-2023 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles.
15-261-20R
Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
15-261-20R
Nov 10, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
15-261-20R
Nov 10, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
12-248-23R
Oct 25, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.
12-252-23R
Oct 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the availability of new seat ventilation blower units.
12-252-23R
Oct 25, 2023
220000 SEATS
This bulletin announces the availability of new seat ventilation blower units.
18-224-22R
Oct 12, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.
18-224-22R
Oct 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.
18-224-22R
Oct 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the CP1/ CP1.5 Infotainment System when DTC B2256 is detected.
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
07-213-22R
Oct 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.
12-299-20R
Sep 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the drivera??s 10-way adjustable power seats.
16-136-22R
Sep 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
12-299-20R
Sep 28, 2023
220000 SEATS
This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the drivera??s 10-way adjustable power seats.
12-248-23R
Sep 12, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This Service Information Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.
WRK-21/22R
Sep 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated this safety and emissions Recall for certain 2019 - 2020 model year Ascent vehicles, 2020-2021 model year turbo Legacy vehicles, and 2020-2021 model year turbo Outback vehicles in which the Con
WRK-21/22R
Sep 12, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated this safety and emissions Recall for certain 2019 - 2020 model year Ascent vehicles, 2020-2021 model year turbo Legacy vehicles, and 2020-2021 model year turbo Outback vehicles in which the Con
WRK-21/22R
Sep 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated this safety and emissions Recall for certain 2019 - 2020 model year Ascent vehicles, 2020-2021 model year turbo Legacy vehicles, and 2020-2021 model year turbo Outback vehicles in which the Con
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUBARU LEGACY
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE99067
Opened: Nov 1, 1999 , Closed: May 31, 2000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI HAS RECEIVED 5,820 COMPLAINTS CONCERNING A VARIETY OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES THAT RESULT IN THE VEHICLE STALLING.OUR COMPLAINT ANALYSIS INDICATES THAT THE MAJORITY OF THESE COMPAINTS ARE CAUSED BY ALTERNATOR FAILURE.IN SOME INSTANCES, THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY DEAD AND WILL NOT RESTART.BASED... Read more
PE91039
Opened: Jan 23, 1991 , Closed: May 30, 1991
REVERSE DELAYED ENGAGEMENT
There is no summary currently available
SUBARU LEGACY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU LEGACY across all model years (1990, 2023).
219
Total Recalls
4,163
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
381
Reported Crashes
79
Reported Fires
6
Reported Deaths
SUBARU LEGACY - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 26 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 12 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 42 | View |
| 2021 (current) | 3 | 43 | |
| 2020 | 6 | 143 | View |
| 2019 | 3 | 142 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 162 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 140 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 192 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 232 | View |
| 2014 | 10 | 73 | View |
| 2013 | 12 | 84 | View |
| 2012 | 16 | 119 | View |
| 2011 | 16 | 236 | View |
| 2010 | 18 | 218 | View |
| 2009 | 13 | 75 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 83 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 45 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 135 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 248 | View |
| 2004 | 11 | 55 | View |
| 2003 | 15 | 69 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 71 | View |
| 2001 | 8 | 90 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 119 | View |
| 1999 | 3 | 119 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 155 | View |
| 1997 | 6 | 179 | View |
| 1996 | 4 | 161 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 230 | View |
| 1994 | 0 | 67 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 90 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 66 | View |
| 1991 | 3 | 121 | View |
| 1990 | 4 | 103 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1988 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 1 | View |