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2006 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Subaru Legacy brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

70060 mi

C $1800
4 discs plus pads and calipers 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

132680 mi

C $570
Brake line leaking, replaced due to rust. 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

88500 mi

US $10
Front brakes sticking on application; cleaned and regreased front pads and shims and regreased caliper slide pins. 
16740 mi Vacuum line valve on brake booster broke, entire brake booster replaced under warranty. 
120000 mi

US $150
Had to replace both front calipers. Pistons were seized in caliper housing. 
76000 mi

US $300
Replaced 1 malfunctioning brake caliper 
106000 mi

US $700
seized caliper, replaced pads rotors and other caliper as precaution 

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2006 Subaru Legacy Brake Problems

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