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2010 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (7%)

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2010 Subaru Legacy suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD

1100 mi Re-Balance 4 tires, significant shake since new at highway speeds. 
11000 mi Front suspension issue - car was returned and repurchased by Subaru. Shimmy at speed could not be fixed after several attempts, dealer/SOA attempts. 
35000 mi shimmy at highway speeds 
74900 mi

C $1000
Whining noise accompanied by strong resistance when trying to turn the steering wheel. Happens when the engine is warm, but not from a cold start.rnrnPower steering pump was replaced. 
129000 mi

US $300
Bad right rear wheel bearing. Shop tech used the words "imminent catastrophic failure". Bearing never made any of the failing bearing noises prior to the shop visit (for an oil change). 

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2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

13000 mi Car has been to the shop several times for same issue. The suspension is making a popping and groaning noise when the cars suspension goes over bumps and when the brakes are applied and released. Subaru purchased the car back. 

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2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

144000 mi

US $900
Both rear wheel bearing assemblies were replaced 
9000 mi Steering wheel vibrations at 75MPH. Subaru installed a new backlash spring 65nm, old spring was 50nm. subaru replaced tires, road force balance and 4 wheel alignment. Problem is not as bad but still not completly fixed. Still waiting on Subaru. 
79200 mi

US $70
Replaced sway bar links. 
96700 mi Replace springs struts spring seats. Noise coming from suspension Alignment. Car will not line up. 
104400 mi

US $360
Replaced Sway Bar Links again. This time everything is fixed. 
145000 mi Replaced sway bar bushing and sway bar links 
79000 mi

US $150
The mechanic noticed the tie rod was loose when preforming brake pad replacement. 
98000 mi

US $100
Sway bar endlinks needed to be replaced. They were making a noise when going over bumps. 
75000 mi

US $850
Dealer found failed bushing and replaced. 

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2010 Subaru Legacy Suspension Problems

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