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2000 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

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2000 Subaru Legacy electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (55%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

126191 mi

US $20
Refrigerant dropped below threshold, compressor did not engage. Added 12 oz of R134a to system 
151000 mi

US $30
Replaced the AC idler pulley 
110360 mi

C $250
Alternator 

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2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

180500 mi

US $180
New (remanufactured) alternator installed. Core returned. Installation in parking lot of auto store ~ 40 minutes. 
187200 mi

US $150
Battery would not charge. Replace battery. 
180000 mi

US $100
Battery repeatedly died from cold nights. 
183000 mi AC not working 

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2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

127720 mi

C $200
Alternator bearings failed 

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2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

81840 mi

C $420
Alternator died in the middle of the road. Car had to be towed to the garage, where it was diagnosed as it was, and then alternator was replaced the next day.  
134000 mi Compressor leak 
139000 mi Dash lights started flickering but managed to get it home. Towed to shop and needed an alternator only. 

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2000 Subaru Legacy Electrical Problems

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