| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Expensive Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area
Engine (49%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (5%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (1%)
Chart based on 243 repairs.
Subaru Legacy repair cost distribution
$2500+ (21%)
$1000 - $2499 (79%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 154 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2015 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 64728 mi C $1337 |
Right rear wheel starting humming. Diagnosed as wheel bearing being seized. Replaced wheel bearing, extra cost for labor due to it being seized. Rear brake pads worn down to just below 3mm. Front brake pads still at 7mm. Rear brakes replaced. |
2014 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 86000 mi US $1000 |
Replacement worn pads and rotors all four Original lasted 86k miles |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.0L H4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 44000 mi £640 |
Glowplugs replaced after one failed. |
| 48000 mi £1400 |
Flywheel replaced in clutch. Wow it now drives like a Subaru should. I am disappointed that the Subaru garage could ignore my complaints for 5 years. And that the clutch gave up the ghost on 48 thousand miles only! |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 100000 mi US $450 |
Right rear shock sprung a leak. Bought pair of rear shocks from dealer (cheaper than Autotech buying from dealer as they were going to charge the repair shop more) and brought them to him to replace. Labor was 2.5 hours or about $250 including tax, and shocks were $105 each including tax. So about $450 overall. |
| 116000 mi US $550 |
Master brake cylinder was leaking and losing pressure, needed replacement to prevent brake failure. |
| 121395 mi US $800 |
Strut coil spring assembly for both front wheels replaced Wheel hub assembly repair for rear wheels |
| 122413 mi US $500 |
Driver window regulator replaced |
| 125450 mi US $307 |
Driver's side Master Window Switch failed one month after the driver's window regulator failed. Both parts had to be replaced over a month period |
| 126500 mi US $600 |
TMPS batteries in sensors failed after 9 years (the batteries were going dead in two of the four tires for the sensor, so replaced all four) |
| 134000 mi US $1100 |
The ignition coils needed replacing after 134,000 miles. Four of the six were cracked, so replaced all six of them. |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 84940 mi C $600 |
replacement of seized rear pass side wheel bearing |
| 157761 mi C $2780 |
Front and rear pads and rotors replaced. Several hoses were brittle and replaced Multiple Suspension components replaced Alignment performed. |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 115000 mi US $1200 |
New clutch installed. |
2012 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 135000 mi US $1355 |
Head gasket blew 500 miles from home. Vehicle was blowing bubbles out of the radiator with the cap off no external block leaks and no contamination of the engine oil. Put in a can of block seal and limped home stopping every 100 miles or so waiting for the engine to cool down and adding antifreeze . Dealer (North End Subaru in Lunenburg Ma) said they pulled the engine out of the car and replaced the head gaskets. They did NOT machine the heads. The car came back a mess. Grease all over the fenders and hood. Antifreeze all over the engine compartment, things not put back together as designed. Clamps on hoses not in place, parts missing, etc. I was very unhappy with the state of the vehicle when I picked it up. The cost was supposed to be 1850.00 but the dealer kicked in $500.00 toward the repair. I called 1-800subaru3 and they declined to assist in paying for the repairs. I'm not sure I can trust this vehicle any longer. Parts replaced: 4 Gasket spark plug, 2 gasket cylinder head, 2 gasket rocker cover 2 Gasket intake manifold, 1 oil filter, 5 5W30 oil, 2 Super coolant, 1 thermostat gasket, 5 studs, 1 radiator assy. |
| 138000 mi US $100 |
replace front brake pads and rotors |
| 190000 mi US $800 |
Transmission failure lock up failure Replaced transmission with junk yard unit |
2011 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 65100 mi C $1175 |
Clutch was slipping, replacement kit was installed. |
| 71300 mi C $180 |
Oil pressure switch |
| 86800 mi C $500 |
Brakes needed to be replaced. (Discs and pads) |
| 111600 mi C $200 |
Coil pack cylinder 3 replaced |
| 47120 mi €1370 |
Legacy 2010 and early 2011 had issues with poor efficiency of headlights. I tried to change the xenon bulb, but no cure. Due to this I had to change both headlights on my car. |
| 53940 mi €370 |
Noisy front on street bumps. Stabilizer links and some rubber parts had to be replaced. Would be simple and cheap if not for the GT model. For this one, only OEM (expensive) parts are available... |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 55800 mi US $1300 |
Clutch and flywheel replaced after the clutch began slipping. |
| 99000 mi US $300 |
Exhaust rusted, need to replace a few sections |
| 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. |
| 92070 mi C $2000 |
Clutch, fork, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, slave cylinder hose were all replaced. |
| 111600 mi C $3500 |
head gasket replacement; valve cover replacement |
| 119040 mi C $700 |
head gaskets replaced - warranty |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 108500 mi C $300 |
Check engine light came on: Code read misfiring of multiple cylinders. Oil control valves were clogged causing misfiring when throttle is more than 50% opened. Dealer removed, cleaned and reinstalled control valves. |
| 120280 mi C $4500 |
Variable valve timing components corroded causing misfiring. Components had to be replaced. |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 43000 mi US $1150 |
Passenger side power seat stopped sliding on one side. Due to the nature of the problem, the only way to fix it was to replace the entire seat. |
| 59000 mi US $130 |
battery replacement |
| 68000 mi US $1000 |
they had to do something to the AC because it wasnt cold |
| 70000 mi US $400 |
regulator for drivers side window needed to be replaced |
| 64000 mi US $200 |
Trunk won't close. Dent in trunk. Due to cheap metal. |
| 69000 mi US $100 |
Replaced left and right headlamps. |
| 93000 mi US $200 |
Fuel injection cleaning. Got rid of pinging noise. |
| 96700 mi US $900 |
Replace springs struts spring seats. Noise coming from suspension |
| 104400 mi US $360 |
Replaced Sway Bar Links again. This time everything is fixed. |
| 129000 mi US $1760 |
Lockup solenoid failed. Replaced entire valve body. Changed transmission fluid. side markers, DRL bulbs |
| 150000 mi US $150 |
Changed Transmission fluid. Did not fix problem. Whining transmission during heavy acceleration. |
| 153000 mi US $450 |
Replace the alternator |
| 102000 mi US $1800 |
Stalled under braking/rapid RPM decrease. Torque Converter not unlocking when coming to a stop, replaced per TSB. |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 100000 mi US $1200 |
Clutch blew. |
| 68200 mi C $1900 |
Clutch Replacement |
| 49000 mi US $1700 |
Clutch replacement, brake pad and rotor replacement |
| 66000 mi US $360 |
Starter replacement |
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.0L H4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD
| 128480 mi €400 |
There was a crack in a tube between engine and turbo. This lead to: * shocking sometimes * DPF problem * Car going in 'save mode' --> loss of power First Subaru dealer in Burgas didn't find the cause. Final repair by regular dealer in BE |
| 150620 mi €350 |
Electical mirror did not work anymore - leading to long rattling. Had to be replaced - hence quite high cost |
| 152520 mi €220 |
Wheel was making noise, replaced wheel bearing. |
| 179180 mi €212 |
Pumps of the boot (liftgate struts) had to be replaced as it fell down. Pump had broken during frost. |
| 184100 mi €400 |
Had to replace one wheel bearing, brake blocks (pads) and a brake shoe. |
| 199640 mi €2000 |
Light housing got a bit dirty inside, and had to be replaced (light beams were too weak). technical control (yearly event) refused car for it. |
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 85200 mi US $1200 |
My drivers side bilstein shock failed. Metal fatigue - not wear and tear. The shock arm failed up at the top near the shock tower bolt head. My mechanic has never seen a failure like this before. Problem is for spec.b model only |
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 98000 mi US $2000 |
Timing Belt, Water Pump, Seals, Belts, Spark Plugs, Wires, Filters, and one of the Cams. |
| 67000 mi US $4000 |
failed connecting rod bearing |
| 98000 mi US $2150 |
head gaskets. timing belt, tensioner, water pump, two serpentine belts, spark plugs and spark plug wires... |
| 106000 mi US $1500 |
Replaced both Valve and Head Gaskets- water pump, timing belt. |
| 130300 mi US $1800 |
Valve seat was loose causing the car to misfire after lifters where adjusted (1st step in trying to resolve a ticking noise). Replaced head and leaking tensioner, still a little tick but not real noticeable. |
| 125800 mi US $400 |
Replaced rear-passenger wheel bearing. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 65720 mi C $900 |
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve failed and required replacement |
| 69440 mi C $1000 |
Front anti-sway bar end links replaced and rear shocks replaced. |
| 73780 mi C $590 |
Power steering belt needed tightening and power steering fluid changed. Front, inner CV boots replaced. Lower radiator hose clamp was leaking and replaced at the same time. |
| 113460 mi C $1400 |
Tie-rod ends, lower control arms replaced. New battery as well. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 108000 mi US $1000 |
Catastrophic turbo failure. Turbo replaced. |
| 108000 mi US $700 |
Replaced all 4 struts and tophats. |
| 40000 mi US $250 |
air intake manifold gasket changed-in cold weather the check engine light would come on due to shrinkage of the gaskets and entrance of unmeasured air-replaced with aftermarket,more elastic in low temp gaskets with no further issues. |
| 106000 mi US $200 |
Car/fuel pump stop working due to loss of electrical power-faulty contact under a seat. Contact was only partially made from factory,never pushed until the end/click.Contact reestablished with resolution of problem. |
| 172000 mi US $100 |
Left rear bearing |
| 197000 mi US $4500 |
engine failed completely,replaced with used JDM engine |
| 67200 mi US $180 |
The O2 sensor tripped the check engine light after a trip to Virginia. It is the second time we have had to replace an O2 sensor after a long trip. |
| 110300 mi US $350 |
We had to replace the MAC sensor. The problem was indicated by the "check engine" light, poor performance and poor gas mileage. |
| 135000 mi US $3400 |
Intermittent Check Engine Light warning. Misfire on cylinders 1 and 4, poor performance including running rough, poor gas mileage and backfiring, compression was leaking from Cylinder 4 into Cylinder 1. Replaced head gaskets and valves. |
| 165000 mi US $200 |
Repair exhaust leak. |
| 166700 mi US $300 |
Replaced worn wheel bearing on right rear. |
| 186000 mi US $1900 |
The turbo went out. The car was towed to the shop who replaced the turbo. Unfortunately, during the test drive metal shavings were thrown into the engine. The engine is not repairable. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 86976 mi US $3100 |
90K service: Brake pads, new tires, power steering fluid, coolant replacement, V belt, recall, oil change transmission mount CV boots |
| 101341 mi US $1100 |
radiator hoses replacement, firming up a little. There was no sign of impending failure so it was strictly preventative. |
| 57660 mi C $158 |
Provincial safety inspection (every two years) found right front stabilizer bar end link worn out. Replaced. No other problems. Repair price $85 part, $50 labour, plus tax. |
| 59520 mi C $910 |
Rusted out transmission cooler lines.Refused to let me drive car! Rubber hose end connectors took a week to arrive. Dealer offered loaner Impreza for entire duration at no charge. Accepted gratefully. Job performed at quoted initial price. Rear trailing arm bushings gone. New ones pressed in both sides. Repair carried out while waiting for trans cooler lines, would have been done same day. Repair cost noted includes both repairs. |
| 60640 mi C $500 |
Replaced integral hub wheel bearing left rear. Finally, a repair that was expected, as all LGTs seem to suffer this fate. |
| 63240 mi C $905 |
This time the left front wheel bearing hub. |
| 65720 mi C $302 |
Replaced rear sway bar bushings and link, $228. Welded on a new exhaust hanger, $74. |
| 68200 mi C $735 |
Replace center of exhaust system Y at indy shop because dealer refused to do it. Replaced charcoal canister because car would not start after refueling. After repair went to gas station filled up. No change, utter failure of diagnosis and repair by dealer. Returned and some gas plus vacuum line replaced. Still no good. |
| 68300 mi C $1150 |
dealer kept car provided free loaner and fixed fuel system. Took two additional visits to previous report. Rear shocks both leaked out and made handling awful. No Subaru replacements available for 8 year old car (!), so dealer procured aftermarket and replaced during 5 day fuel system marathon. Cost negotiated into fuel system repair debacle |
| 70268 mi C $800 |
Replace seized left front caliper Pillow bushings replaced both front side lower control arms |
| 71920 mi C $650 |
Replace left rear wheel bearing. Reweld radiator support. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 6000 mi US $800 |
Bent struts |
| 6000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced struts. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 86000 mi US $1500 |
Steering pump failed. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 146000 mi US $450 |
Had to replace front control arms. |
| 150000 mi US $2000 |
The head gaskets have a an oil leak and they need to remove the hg to put in a new seal between the head gaskets and engine block. This will cost $2500 at Subaru dealer and about $1500 to 2000 at an independent shop. I have not done it yet. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 85000 mi US $1600 |
Had both front wheel bearings replaced as well as front rotors. And all 4 brake pads |
| 127000 mi US $1098 |
General belt replacement, 2 cv joints, transmission flush, steering belt, ac belt |
| 109000 mi US $600 |
Replaced inner joint and boots(AKA: "DOJ"/Dual Offset Joint / inner CV joints). Note that the car is originally from the well-salted Northeast, and wasn't well maintained. Not sure if that's significant with this repair. |
| 116000 mi US $680 |
Power Steering pump seized. |
| 130000 mi US $140 |
Rusted section of exhaust pipe replaced. Car is from the east coast. |
| 147000 mi US $1196 |
Replaced power steering rack and tow set Replaced radiator & related parts (water pump, hoses, etc). $1000+- (part of another repair) Resealed the engine. Head gasket leak was the primary problem. $2092 |
| 151 mi US $1100 |
Went to Firestone for routine alignment after putting on summer tires. I asked them to diagnose and repair a "clunk" I heard whenever going over bumps. It was a broken tie rod (as I recall). When trying to remove the part, the bolt head broke off leaving the rest of the bolt still inside. They had to remove the entire assembly and send it in to a machine shop to be drilled out and repaired via Helicoil. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual AWD
| 46500 mi $100 |
Seat heater adjustment knob wasn't working properly. According to mechanic there was a connection problem, solved by tweaking the pins to make sure the cable was firmly attached. |
| 50840 mi $2866 |
Brake pads were in contact with rotor, calipers needed refurbishing. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 71380 mi $1290 |
Front shock absorbers worn out making metallic sound whenever the car goes over uneven surfaces or a hump. Engine mounting worn causing oil to leak and might also contribute to some rotary sound while csr is idling. |
| 75020 mi $450 |
Left CV joint worn out and was repaired. Gear box mounting worn out causing noise when turning the steering wheel. Replaced mounting and noise disappear. |
| 84320 mi $150 |
Power transmission belt broken. Replaced new one. |
| 87500 mi $350 |
Radiator leaked due to crack on the rubber parts. |
| 25626 mi C $264 |
Computers and sensors - engine, transmission, and drivetrain, repair |
| 48140 mi C $240 |
200 km later Rear oxy sensor again. These things can be reset with a good code reader and it takes 5 minutes or less. This time light back on in 2 km. Humidity seems to be a problem. Replaced sensor. |
| 70680 mi C $483 |
Front Left wheel bearing replaced |
| 73160 mi C $350 |
left rear wheel bearing difficult to change due to corrosion. Other side front and rear noisy: will need to be changed in near future. Rear brake failure due to corrosion of brake line near right rear wheel. The recall to stop corrosion had been done. This point of corrosion is well know. The plastic envelope over the pipe is absent at the attachment clamp. |
| 74260 mi C $350 |
3rd wheel bearing in 6 months. Used a jobber bearing ( National ) rather than Subaru to save over 100$. |
| 76880 mi C $170 |
Replaced centre gasket in exhaust system |
| 88040 mi C $700 |
Replaced front calipers due to wear of the rubber bellows. Pads wore to the point that the rotor wore through the bellows. No indication of wear was heard, Aren't the pads/shims etc supposed to screech just before it is too late? There is a finger as part of the pad installation. Isn't it supposed to scratch the rotor as a wear out warning ? |
| 89280 mi C $700 |
Failure of rubber bushing in the rear suspension. |
| 97 mi C $200 |
1 boot was changed. Shop did a very careful job. Link bushing was shot therefore the links were replaced |
| 98270 mi C $600 |
The subi dealer found the secondary air injection valve on the driver's side siezed closed and quoted $1,100 to replace it. No guarantee would be offered other than this will happen again and it can be expected to happen on the other side too. It will cost an extra $300 for the other side because the intake manifold will have to be removed for access. I was told it was due to corrossion caused by bad design. I found a shop in Montreal that would remove the entire system including the two vaves and the pump for $600 and the guarantee that the problem would not repeat and that the car would pass emission testing because that is done on a warm engine. The system functions for less than a minute as part of the cold start-up sequence. |
| 99 mi C $200 |
I replaced a number of heat shields on the exhaust system. |
| 100 mi C $270 |
The ventilation fan was replaced as the lower bearing was shot. It was rusty due to a bad design which did not have a drain hole where the lower bearing sits. I drilled a small hole in the housing of the new one to prevent a replay of this stupid failure. |
| 109 mi C $1100 |
Replaced the wheel brg for the second time. Replaced the lower front left A arm and sway bar links. Carried out the passenger side air bag replacement for the second time. I supplied the brg, a good jobber unit not in a Subi box. |
| 102 mi C $350 |
After several years of annual brake maintence in order to avoid siezed pistons and pins I experienced a dragging brake on the front right whilst on a trip away from home. Did not like that. Upon inspection I found a seized piston there and on further inspection both the rear calipers were found to have seized slider pins. I replace all three calipers myself. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 27280 mi $16800 |
Battery was run flat, and when recharged was deemed old and to be replaced. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 50933 mi US $317 |
Replaced right front CV boot Replace right front axle boot and oil change. |
| 74900 mi US $1000 |
Change clutch |
| 90000 mi US $600 |
cam sensors |
| 90000 mi US $300 |
Cam shaft broke Radiator installed backwards when mechanic replaced engine head for broken camshaft |
| 90000 mi US $500 |
Starter needed to be replaced and neutral safety switch |
| 43400 mi C $2500 |
creaking sounds due to bushings Fuel gasket leak fender guard molding replaced Rust appearing at bottom of driver door on the inside |
| 57660 mi C $300 |
trunk lock does not engage properly. This issue happened twice |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 125000 mi US $2400 |
Head Gasket Leak at 100,000 miles. Also had timing belt and water pump replaced. Rear wheel bearing failure |
| 131200 mi US $900 |
Replaced front struts and mounts |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 43800 mi $200 |
Steering pump overhauled due to excessive noise. |
| 45880 mi $1500 |
Aircon cooling coil leaked/replaced |
| 48980 mi $600 |
Radiator leaked water, engine overheated. Car had to be towed to workshop and replaced radiator. |
| 65100 mi $500 |
Engine mountings replaced |
| 22320 mi C $1000 |
Sunroof rattle Surface rust appeared after 2 years on a small spot and was repainted. |
| 28520 mi C $500 |
ignition coil replaced |
| 62000 mi C $350 |
OCV Oil control valve |
| 65720 mi C $450 |
2 ignition coils needed after check engine light and rough idle. |
| 51760 mi C $900 |
exhaust midpipe rusted and perforated. |
| 69440 mi C $300 |
ignition coil |
| 70060 mi C $915 |
Tumbling valves |
| 70060 mi C $500 |
Starter replaced after it died. |
| 70060 mi C $1800 |
4 discs plus pads and calipers |
| 124 mi US $340 |
replaced rear shocks with koni items not as smooth at idle, and had developed a harmonic vibration at 1950 - 2000 rpm. had injectors cleaned. all symptoms cured or much improved. replaced rear shocks. |
| 21624 mi US $300 |
Replaced front shocks with koni's. Marked improvement in handling; old shocks were worn, not defective. A good update. |
| 136000 mi US $1800 |
replaced bushings for front suspension |
| 65100 mi C $700 |
Tie rod ends were worn and replaced Front lower ball joint seals were split and the ball joints became corroded and thus required replacement. |
| 72540 mi C $600 |
Driver's side rear wheel bearing was replaced due to unusual noise being heard |
| 75640 mi C $700 |
Up pipe from exhaust manifold to turbo charger cracked causing exhaust leak |
| 84320 mi C $1300 |
New radiator was required as plastic end tanks cracked upon removal. |
| 94240 mi C $1100 |
Shifter linkage for automatic transmission became bent to the point the car would no longer shift into drive. Entire shifter linkage required replacement. Brakes pads and rotors were also replaced at the same time. |
| 54500 mi US $1400 |
Car overheated. Towed to shop. Replaced thermostat, leaking hose, water pump, timing belt + tensioners. |
| 69000 mi US $661 |
Replaced right front CV axle due to torn boot. Replaced left front CV axle due to leaking boot. Check Engine Light - scan and retrieve codes Replaced torn control arm bushing |
| 69200 mi US $640 |
Radiator inlet hose popped off. Radiator inlet flange was damaged. Replaced radiator and inlet (top) hose. |
| 83000 mi US $641 |
Engine leaking oil. Replaced valve cover gaskets. Also replaced leaky turbo coolant lines. |
| 90000 mi US $130 |
Replaced leaky power steering pump. |
| 104000 mi US $1300 |
Car was overheating, replaced water pump. Did timing belt too. Coolant leak. Replaced radiator hose. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 155000 mi US $2000 |
replaced head gaskets |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 44000 mi US $377 |
Right front wheel bearing noise. Replaced and problem resolved. |
| 56400 mi US $320 |
Both VVT Oil pressure switches leaking oil. Switches replaced. |
| 62000 mi US $280 |
Right front wheel bearing noise. Bearing replaced and problem resolved. |
| 66000 mi US $1400 |
Head gaskets leaking oil. Gaskets and all seals replaced. |
| 147000 mi US $1200 |
Rear shocks leaking and required replacement |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 85000 mi US $1800 |
A stumble at idle processed to a check engine light, codes for failure of #4. A coil pack, an injector or a tight valve. After lengthy diagnosis (for which not charged), found to be a tight valve. All four lifters were replaced. |
| 107000 mi US $240 |
R&R Battery electrical harness |
| 119900 mi US $800 |
R&R Intake manifold |
| 129700 mi US $2200 |
Replace A/C compressor and other components Replace power steering pump Replace Radiator |
| 159700 mi US $900 |
R&R struts, realign car |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 75000 mi US $1600 |
Clutch replacement. Something has been wrong with the clutch on this car all along. Oveheats easily and causes odor. Cheap clutch I think. |
| 140000 mi US $1500 |
Turbo broke, had to be sent out to the specialist (balancing equipment cost more than 1M). April: I should receive rebuild turbo next week. |
| 142200 mi US $700 |
needed new rear bearings turbo |
| 144400 mi US $100 |
Internal CV boot failed, needed to be replaced |
| 148000 mi US $250 |
Both drive shafts were making noise Shaft seal was leaking |
| 154300 mi US $600 |
All struts were replaced |
| 158000 mi US $100 |
Valve gasket leaking oil |
| 158200 mi US $200 |
Starter did not work. Tested OK, and electronics tested OK. Starter replaced, problem solved |
| 160000 mi US $300 |
Power steering pump failed |
| 163000 mi US $150 |
Climate control and radio frose |
| 65000 mi US $2200 |
Turbo |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 173000 mi US $2000 |
Head gasket leak, both sides, oil pan leak noticed and fixed at same time |
| 107000 mi US $3500 |
Replace cv joints |
| 77000 mi US $2800 |
Engine gasket failed. Coolant leaking into engine. |
| 81220 mi C $1000 |
Tie-rod ends worn; replaced. Rear sway bar replaced. Front and rear bushings worn; replaced. |
| 89280 mi C $500 |
A small leak in the hose from the transmission to the transmission cooler was discovered. The hose was cut and a new clamp was attached. Total cost: $35. New wheel bearing needed. |
| 100600 mi C $2000 |
Leaking head gaskets. Leak in oil pan gasket. Replaced noisy idle pulley and belt tensioner. |
| 106100 mi C $277 |
Trunk spring(s) broken; trunk will no longer stay open. Solution is to replace both trunk springs. |
| 119040 mi C $630 |
Power steering pump failed; power steering fluid leaking from pump allowing air into system causing overflow reservoir to purge fluid. Power steering pump was ordered and repair was completed the next day. |
2005 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 99000 mi US $10000 |
turbo went ruined engine,during repairs with new engine and turbo did upgraded fuel and exhaust and intercooler ect |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 104000 mi US $3100 |
Lower control arm replaced. Needed 4 wheel alignment when replaced. Power Steering pump replaced as it was leaking. New radiator needed. Lower control arm replaced. Needed 4 wheel alignment when replaced. Radiator replaced due to a leak. Coolant changed. Power Steering pump replaced as it was leaking. |
| 123000 mi US $275 |
Sunroof broke and would not open / close properly. Dealer had to replace the tracks / mechanism. The glass was OK, and did not need replacement. |
| 149 mi US $1600 |
Turbo charger blown. New turbo and assorted accessories (recommended by Subaru when the turbo is replaced) were installed. |
| 157000 mi US $600 |
One fuel injector needed replacement, due to clogging / poor engine performance. |
| 164000 mi US $3000 |
struts needed replacement, steering rack needed replacement. fuel intake system was in need of cleaning, as turbo did not function smoothly. |
| 35000 mi US $2500 |
Turbo completely died and blew seals. Oil was thrown into the exhaust system and destroyed both catalytic converters. Cats were covered under emissions warranty, but needed new turbo and related parts. |
| 63000 mi US $325 |
BLOWER FAN AND HOSES REPLACED, MISC. |
| 76000 mi US $1100 |
Rear wheel bearings replaced |
| 128900 mi US $4976 |
Head gasket failure. Replaced. Valves reground. |
| 38440 mi C $400 |
turbocharger blew, billowing smoke, nursed it to dealer. after MANY letters and LOADS of patience, dealer agreed to reimburse cost of the parts (about $1500, so I paid about $400 in labour). |
| 45880 mi C $1124 |
torsion bar bushings cracked |
| 47740 mi C $124 |
Engine running VERY rough. Diagnosed as a leaky vacuum hose under the intake manifold. |
| 49580 mi C $1400 |
needed to replace front sway bar links & bushings, rear trailing arm bushings & rear lateral links leaky differential shaft seal |
| 51340 mi C $790 |
vibration felt through steering, but no issue with wheel balance; replaced ft axle shaft assy - slightly improved, but not solved ... gave up. |
| 64000 mi US $1200 |
Ball joint and knuckle replacement, driver side. CV boot/shaft assembly replaced, passenger side. |
| 82200 mi US $125 |
Vehicle exhibits whine from vicinity of turbo under acceleration, smoke test revealed leak in turbo boot. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 57000 mi US $150 |
Window motor for driver's door stopped working and was replaced. |
| 100000 mi US $450 |
Replaced front and rear drver-side wheel bearing hubs. Noise problem was due to rear bearing. This was discovered after front hub was replaced. Replaced front passenger-side half axle due to torn CV boot. |
| 111000 mi US $1420 |
Clutch was slipping upon boost (but not without). New clutch, throw-out bearing and rear main engine seal installed, and flywheel re-surfaced. |
| 152000 mi US $100 |
Got infamous P0011/P0021 codes for this model suggesting oil flow problems in engine, usually indicative of clogging of filter screen in banjo bolt of oil supply line to turbo. No poor idle or power problems indicative of OCV solenoid clogging/sticking. Banjo bolt was replaced as existing one was clogged despite religious oil/oil filter changes. I flushed the oil in the engine and then did an oil/filter change. Will have to see if codes return in the future. Hope that this does not portend turbo failure, although at 150K on original turbo am planning the possibility if codes return or hear increasing turbo whine/ whistle. |
| 162000 mi US $1000 |
Oil leak issues. Several oil lines and vacuum hoses replaced. |
| 138000 mi US $134 |
Steering pump rebuild. |
| 138900 mi US $170 |
Rear door lock mechanism failed to unlock and needed replacement. |
| 141000 mi US $278 |
Bad bearing on rear axle. Replaced with re-manufactured. Check engine light from #4 cylinder with stumbling idle. Removed fuel injectors and took to a cleaning shop. One injector was replaced as it was flowing out of spec. |
| 145000 mi US $5500 |
Check engine light came on about a misfire on cylinder 4. Turns out a bad injector and intake breather valve caused lean condition which damaged exhaust valves and piston rings. Complete replacement. |
| 172000 mi US $110 |
Drivers side rear bearing became noisy and required replacement. |
| 172000 mi US $350 |
Failed caliper froze and cooked the brake pads and rotor. |
| 56000 mi US $200 |
Replaced LCA bushing with re-enforced aftermarket bushings. |
| 58000 mi US $500 |
ABS sensor ring failed, requiring replacement of wheel bearing. Subaru currently refusing warranty coverage. Caused by design defect. |
| 84000 mi US $1100 |
Radiator had a blockage. Rodded out radiator and replaced coolant. Shop also found intercooler leaking ($800 of repair in parts, replaced with aftermarket part). This was likely caused by aftermarket parts. |
| 85700 mi US $500 |
Front drivers wheel bearing. |
| 96100 mi US $5400 |
Two blown up piston rings Third gear shredded |
| 98000 mi US $800 |
Inner CV boot on pass side tore, spewing grease over exhaust manifold resulting in smoke. Inner CV boot, drivers side leaking. Replaced. Discovered during problem 1. Ball joint boot torn. Replaced Fluid filled mount was leaking. Replaced. Dealer had never seen anything like it. (Tracked car) Light power steering leak from boots. Leak is extremely minor, no notable drop in fluid level in reservoir. Dealer recommends leaving alone. |
| 108200 mi US $240 |
Replaced squealing AC tensioner. Replaced passenger front CV boot that was improperly installed by dealer. Warranty repair. |
| 117000 mi US $300 |
Leak in hose repaired. Had to replace intake hose as well as it was looking rough. |
| 120700 mi US $712 |
Front driver's wheel bearing replaced. Discovered that a shop stripped out a bolt hole on the front (both sides). They put in a narrower bolt and put a nut on the end. This resulted in the driver's knuckle cracking. The other side was replaced as it had the same "repair." |
| 129000 mi US $100 |
Power steering system was leaking. Replaced an O-ring. |
| 135000 mi US $2300 |
During a clutch job, it was discovered that the snub mount on this car was completely destroyed. This is part of the case and caused by a design issue. Thankfully, issue is common so there is a $300 fix. Bad news, it killed the clutch early During clutch job, dealer noticed a rear seal leak. |
| 135000 mi US $150 |
Leaky valve covers (both sides) A/C not working unless engine under (slight) load. Diagnosed as low r134a. Diagnosed but not fixed because mechanic doesn't have a license for that purpose. (Originally believed to be AC fan, but working normally) |
| 141000 mi US $1500 |
Throw-out bearing was fried. Replaced bearing, clutch and oh-so-expensive dual mass flywheel. RIDICULOUS!! Oh and I just lost my job a week ago. This is awesome! And the hits they just keep a coming... |
| 108000 mi US $1300 |
Leaking (oil) valve cover. |
| 123000 mi US $120 |
Idler for accessory belt was noisy in cold weather. Replaced and fixed. |
| 137000 mi US $400 |
Lower control arm bushings replaced on both sides. |
| 64800 mi US $145 |
Clutch fork into transmision/bellhousing squeaks and binds at end of travel. Dealer greased, but no effect. Was told transmission must be removed to solve the problem. |
| 112000 mi US $700 |
Replace worn out lower front control arm and sway bar bushings. Replace driver's side front brake caliper. Low compression #3 cylinder due to leaking exhaust valve. Valve slowly deforming creating leak. |
| 114000 mi US $1600 |
Low compression due to leaking exhaust valve in #3 cylinder. Removed and disassembled engine. Rebuilt both heads: machine valves and new seals. Reassemble and reinstall engine. |
| 127000 mi US $345 |
Replace rear O2 sensor. Passenger front brake caliper dragging. Replaced caliper due to piston corrosion. |
| 136400 mi C $2800 |
Replace split CV boot Replace u-joint in steering column |
| 141360 mi C $1150 |
Replace seized left front caliper; hence also rotor and pads |
| 150040 mi C $1000 |
Replace wheel hub assy |
| 157700 mi C $14570 |
Replace short block due to oil separator failure. Replace turbocharger. Replace driveshaft. |
| 168339 mi C $1527 |
Replace shifter seal |
| 47500 mi US $650 |
Left front caliper seized due to broken dust seal and corrosion. Caliper cylinder bore was pitted, so had to be replaced. |
| 60000 mi US $300 |
Problem: Front sway bar endlinks wore out and failed (likely due to hard cornering), causing clunking sounds and steering response issues at low speeds. Endlinks were replaced with OEM links by an independent shop. |
| 72000 mi US $200 |
Heat only worked on driver side. Required flush of heater core to resolve. |
| 76000 mi US $139 |
replaced rear lift gate supports. The gas charged support cylinders had given out. |
| 100300 mi US $250 |
Replaced passenger half shaft due to damaged CV joint boot and very slightly clicking joint. |
| 113900 mi US $150 |
Air conditioner relay failed. Diagnosis involved testing AC refrigerant charge and pulling and testing the relay. Relay was non-functional and replaced. |
| 124000 mi US $400 |
Radiator inlet hose popped off while driving, possibly due to a leak or clamp fatigue. Radiator and clamps replaced. |
| 125700 mi US $400 |
Radiator inlet deteriorated and hose slipped off, dumping engine coolant while driving. Bad injector replacement. Car has always had bad idle (roughness), and finally fixed properly with new injectors. |
| 135000 mi US $500 |
Replacement of valve cover gaskets. Existing gaskets caused leakage of oil onto exhaust. |
| 158000 mi US $1998 |
rear wheel bearing, rear toe adjustment bolts replaced, cv joints replaced |
| 166000 mi US $280 |
Passenger front caliper seized. Replaced. |
| 116000 mi US $1200 |
The pressure plate failed. This made an entire clutch job necessary. |
| 42000 mi US $176 |
OBD reported "system too lean", inspected/cleaned injectors, checked/adjusted all intake connections and junctions. |
| 66000 mi US $631 |
passenger-side CV boot cracked and leaking lubricant, removed, cleaned, lubricated and installed new CV boot. Front stabilizer bar ends and bushings cracked. Removed stabilizer, replaced bar ends and bushings, reassembled. |
| 85100 mi US $1200 |
Reduced cooling capacity addressed during major (90k) scheduled maintenance. |
| 94000 mi US $900 |
Replace struts & shocks to address irregular tire wear (cupping) |
| 102500 mi US $1350 |
Replace cracked CV boot and repack with grease Replacing leaking valve cover gaskets on both sides to eliminate oil leakage onto exhaust manifold. Also check/correct wheel alignment after installing new tires. Replace cracked CV boot and repack with grease Replacing leaking valve cover gaskets on both sides to eliminate oil leakage onto exhaust manifold. |
| 67000 mi US $1200 |
Replace worn clutch. Also required flywheel replacement. |
| 65500 mi US $650 |
CV boot failed, half-shafts needed to be replaced Sticking parking brake |
| 68000 mi US $1900 |
Replace lower control arms. Worn tranny/engine mounts Oil leak. |
| 71000 mi US $825 |
U-joint/Carrier bearing issues. Individual parts not reparable, required new driveshaft assembly. |
| 75000 mi US $700 |
Rear wheel bearings R&R. |
| 76000 mi US $1200 |
R&R Lower Control Arms and Rear End Links |
| 84000 mi US $475 |
Leaking valve gasket |
| 103000 mi US $200 |
Power draw in the system caused by previous work. New battery. |
| 95000 mi US $2200 |
needed new clutch and bearings |
| 118000 mi US $750 |
radiator leaking, replaced, rear brakes replaced. steering caused squealing noise and steering seemed sloppy at start up for 1-2 minutes. belts replaced.Fluid added |
| 107000 mi US $230 |
Replaced driver's side front half shaft. |
| 167000 mi US $300 |
The plastic rear deck lid, which houses the upper brake light), shattered. No impact -- presumably failed because of earlier stress or age. |
| 176300 mi US $1800 |
Pressure plate blew up -- took out starter as well. replaced starter, clutch and flywheel |
| 180100 mi US $350 |
broken half shaft, replace wheel bearing as well. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 85020 mi C $600 |
Gas tank leak due to rust in top front passenger side corner (ridiculously bad design of the tank, poor corrosion prevention, and expensive to replace). Tank was replaced by a used one. |
| 106820 mi C $390 |
Right rear wheel bearing (hub assembly and bearings actually) replaced. Cost includes new part (3 yr. warranty) and labour. |
| 113460 mi C $120 |
Diagnosed and replaced alternator. Advised to replace battery as well. Replaced battery |
| 116560 mi C $470 |
Radiator leak. Replaced rad, pressure cap, coolant, clamps. |
| 119660 mi C $530 |
Failed oxygen sensor; replaced for $530! Engine stalling at idle. |
| 119960 mi C $1050 |
Check engine light (again) > led to replacing the catalytic converter. OEM dealer price was $1800; I opted for an aftermarket one through AutoPro. Part was about $650, remainder was labour. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 92000 mi US $400 |
Wheel bearing replaced |
| 94300 mi US $500 |
Replace CV boots |
| 141000 mi US $3200 |
Leaking head gasket replaced. Belts and water pump replaced at the same time. |
| 145000 mi US $700 |
Rotors ground. |
| 184000 mi US $1500 |
Brake master cylinder replaced. Tires replaced and hoses replaced. |
| 75000 mi US $550 |
Replaced spark plugs and oil change, which revealed that driver side rear strut was blown and that the original battery was not holding a charge. Altogether cost was about 550.00 |
| 83700 mi US $1000 |
front bushings replaced. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 130000 mi US $100 |
Steering belt slipping--replaced belt, problem gone for a few weeks. Returned, belt tightened, problem has been gone for >1 month so far. |
| 134000 mi US $190 |
Cylinder 4 ignition coil was causing misfire and needed replacement. The actual repair took 1 day, the other days were for troubleshooting. Car in and out of shop (~1 day/week) for about a month to identify cause of misfire. |
| 145000 mi US $300 |
Right inner axle boot worn, replaced |
| 148300 mi US $700 |
Replaced front suspension |
| 168000 mi US $1000 |
When engine warm, would turn over and the cut out upon restart. Immediate subsequent restart required letting the engine turn over several times before it would catch |
| 171300 mi US $1765 |
Turbocharger catastrophic failure, required replacement. |
| 182000 mi US $800 |
Valve and cam cover oil leaks, requiring repair and replacement of timing belt. Rack and pinion leaks, requiring replacement. |
| 184700 mi US $200 |
Power steering pump failure, replaced power steering pump |
| 189000 mi US $600 |
Engine overheating, replaced thermostat (cost includes synthetic oil change) Fuel injectors required replacement |
| 194000 mi US $1300 |
Timing belt idler bearing failed, required replacement and replacement of timing belt |
| 102920 mi C $1689 |
There was a hum detected while riding on the highway. Both valve cover gaskets. Sway bar bushings Replaced 2 rear hub assembly bearings. |
| 112220 mi C $650 |
There was a grinding noise coming from the front when braking. Wheel bearings were replaced. End links were worn and replaced. |
| 42000 mi US $200 |
CV joint was leaking. Replaced entire CV axle with a model from Raxles by myself for about $200. OEM = $300 Raxles = $200 Autozone = $80, but users report lots of vibration problems with them The CV joint was not clicking. |
| 55000 mi US $200 |
Air conditioner/defroster was cycling cold for only 5 seconds. Recharged freon and performed a leak test. (Leak test was the majority of the cost). No leak found, probably needed recharge based on age. |
| 60900 mi US $1000 |
Power steering pump leaking. No cheap aftermarket parts. $700 pump + about $250 labor. Brake guide pins seized. Needed to be replaced. Parts cost ($40) + around $200 labor. |
| 63200 mi US $850 |
Car was overheating on highway. Radiator was mostly empty. Towed to a mechanic |
| 100000 mi US $150 |
Leaking fuel line connections at fuel injectors. Retightened clamps. |
| 121300 mi US $660 |
Leaking PS system, new O-ring on suction hose where it meets PS pump fixed the problem. Valve cover gasket leaking Cracked CV boot front passenger side, new axle installed |
| 126000 mi US $600 |
Rough idle, check engine light indicated running lean. Solution: loose battery terminal, fixed battery terminal and recalibrated throttle body. Slight crack in intercooler. Replaced intercooler. |
| 129300 mi US $500 |
There was a crack in the plastic top part of the radiator, replaced radiator. |
| 131300 mi US $270 |
Rough idle, check engine light indicating misfire on cylinders 1-3. Found/reattached a loose vacuum line (the culprit) and replaced spark plugs. |
| 132000 mi US $1100 |
Rear wheel hub wore out, requiring replacing that, and the rim (the wheel almost decided to come undone on the freeway, so it was no longer serviceable) Front lower control arm bushings worn out. |
| 135000 mi US $200 |
Driver side outside door handle broke in the cold. |
| 112000 mi US $3600 |
Fueling and electrical issue caused by a previous shop in Boise Idaho. |
| 87000 mi US $500 |
Rear wheel bearing replaced. |
| 87000 mi US $1400 |
Scheduled maintenance. Timing belt, water pump, and thermostat. |
| 77800 mi C $444 |
CEL P0011, inspected, oil changed (5,500 km), part ordered, changed AVCS solenoid. |
| 101780 mi C $500 |
Both front callipers seized, replaced with rebuilt. Rotors & pads OK. |
| 106640 mi C $350 |
CEL code P0442 on vacation 1,600 miles from home. High repair estimate from dealer, decided to wait until return to home dealership. |
| 109740 mi C $2087 |
Replaced rusted fuel tank to address CEL code PO442. |
| 128000 mi US $200 |
Replaced right rear wheel bearing unit. |
| 130300 mi US $100 |
Replaced driver side rear wheel bearing assembly Found radiator was leaking from joint of plastic top to aluminum fins. Replaced radiator, upper hose, fan belts. |
| 145000 mi US $800 |
Replaced front and rear struts Replaced outer tie rod ends Needed alignment after replacing struts and front end parts. |
| 161000 mi US $200 |
Intercooler had separated, allowing charge air to escape. Turbo Inlet, or intake had a slight tear. Removed intake manifold and replaced turbo inlet. 12+ hours of work for me. |
| 190000 mi US $1200 |
Turbo failure. Replaced turbo with aftermarket Replaced down pipe Replaced all oil fittings with internal filters |
| 104000 mi US $2463 |
valve cover leak main seal leak torn axle boots accessory belt, worn, not prematurely, replaced to save on labor costs later. timing belt tensioner |
| 107000 mi US $500 |
radiator end tank cracked, radiator replaced. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 100000 mi US $2050 |
Clutch throw out bearing failure, augmented by the notorious transmission snout grooving. Fixed with a new clutch assembly and a transmission snout sleeve kit(tsk3). Also got 2 axle seals and a control arm bushing as maintenance. |
| 124600 mi US $900 |
Engine front seal leak. |
| 100000 mi US $2000 |
Slipping clutch, replaced clutch and flywheel |
| 47000 mi US $100 |
Display on radio-HVAC unit went out, though unit still functioned. Replacement was ordered. Replacement installed approx 1 week later. Paid $100 deductible on extended warranty |
| 61000 mi US $100 |
torn cv joint boot |
| 88000 mi US $3500 |
Clutch froze and had to be replaced. Power steering pump leaking and replaced. |
| 90000 mi US $260 |
Misfire in #1 cylinder. Plug fouled due to short created by plug wire rubbing on fuel injection control wire. |
| 95000 mi US $1000 |
Clutch was replaced as maintence at 90K miles. Throwout bearing then failed requiring 2nd replacement. Dealer/manufacturer declind to pay for repair. |
| 109651 mi US $2935 |
Took vehicle to dealer for check engine light/poor performance. First trip revealed only blown fuse. When condition repeated dealer found bad mass air sensor. Because of age of car, part had to be ordered. Trunk and interior dome light replaced due to failure |
| 106000 mi US $1100 |
diagnose and replace car computer replaced AC compressor and expansion valve |
| 47000 mi US $350 |
Front Right bearing was making a lot of noise and diagnosed by both the dealer and a non-dealer mechanic as faulty and need of replacement. After replacement however, the noise is still there. |
| 57000 mi US $1500 |
After the car has been sitting idle for two years: AC pulley got loose and cut open my timing belt cover. Main alternator pulley got dry rotted and had to be replaced. Downpipe O2 sensor had to be changed. All four brakes and rotors replace. |
| 78000 mi US $1400 |
Suspension: major rust and dry rotting issues. |
| 155200 mi US $135 |
Transfer gear bearings in the center differental were noisy. Replaced 2 bearings. |
| 140800 mi US $250 |
A/C compressor seized. Replaced compressor and condensor/dryer assembly. LF brake caliper siezed up. |
| 153000 mi US $1500 |
Head gaskets again. Used Tomei Racing reinforced gaskets along with ARP head studs this time. Clutch worn out, throw out bearing noisy. |
| 83540 mi C $1000 |
Car had slight hesitation on power and vibration on idle. Replaced all 4 coil packs with Subaru OEM parts. Replaced MAF and O2 sensor with Denso (Subaru's OEM). Maintenance item: Replaced both rear wheel bearings, as they were making noise at highway speed. |
| 37000 mi US $500 |
Rough idle and poor performance problem still. Different dealer(out of town) did not find anything wrong with the injectors but had fouled up plugs. Preformed 30,000 service which included new plugs, carbon cleaning, etc. Ran great for about 100 miles the |
| 63000 mi US $854 |
The throw-out bearing in the clutch self destructed itself. Which inturn damaged the the fly wheel and the transmission case snout it is housed on. I naturally replaced all my clutch parts while they were in there. That bearing should not die at 60k. |
| 70300 mi US $350 |
Replaced the Front passenger side half-shaft becasue CV boot closest to trasmission was torn. Typical problem on turbo models due to how close the boot is to the exhaust manifold. Easy repair, but axle was very expensive. |
| 92000 mi US $1500 |
Power steering pump leak had to be replaced. Valve cover gasket leak. Typical expensive repair on all subaru's around 100k. Had them replaced along with I minor oil leak from the oil filter attachment. Boot on front driver axle/cv was cracked. Replaced the axle. |
| 110000 mi US $800 |
Power steering pump was leaking. Replaced the pump. Drivers side axle half-shaft was leaking at the inner boot, had that replaced. |
| 124000 mi US $1200 |
Blown turbo - replaced with a rebuilt turbo |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 86700 mi US $265 |
Front stabilizer links where broken. |
| 97000 mi US $800 |
Replace the catalytic converter. |
| 101800 mi US $180 |
The first catalytic converter replacement failed within a few days. Had replace it with a more expensive one. I won't get a bill for this until the next time I take it in for service. |
| 115000 mi US $916 |
Replaced both rear wheel bearings the the left front ball joint. |
| 116000 mi US $1041 |
Replaced bad drive shaft bearing with new drive shaft assembly. Also replaced right front ball joint. |
| 122000 mi US $100 |
Free up sticking calipers. |
| 116000 mi US $1200 |
Head gasket, timing belt and water pump replacement. |
| 129000 mi US $900 |
Muffler replacement |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 132000 mi US $2900 |
Timing belt, clutch, and head gasket |
| 171000 mi US $200 |
Regapped clutch |
| 180000 mi US $250 |
P0420 cel light. Changed primary and secondary o2 sensors. Cleaned injectors, maf,throttle body and egr. Cel light still on. |
| 74000 mi US $1500 |
Leaking head gaskets, front main seal. Torn CV boot and ruined axle. |
| 81000 mi US $644 |
Heat shield ears cracked, heat shield cut off entirely |
| 119200 mi US $1400 |
Both front CV joints Full exhaust replacement Battery failed while in the shop |
| 139000 mi US $1400 |
Head gasket |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 105000 mi US $586 |
Air conditioning service, recharged to appropriate level, installed dye to check for refrigerant leak ($147). |
| 109000 mi US $266 |
Check engine light on with engine missing on uphill climbs causing check engine light to flash. Replaced spark plugs and wires and problem has not returned. |
| 113000 mi US $115 |
Steering wandering to the left and more difficult to steer right than left. Four wheel alignment performed and power steering belt retensioned (not included in price below). |
| 116200 mi US $1420 |
Replaced cat-back exhaust, due to collapse of interior of muffler and corrosion of pipe in front. Leaking coolant from water pump, had been adding coolant for some time. Failure of already replaced part. Replaced engine seals because of oil leak. |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
| 96720 mi €200 |
Rubbers for front suspension were cracked, and had to be replaced. |
| 109740 mi €600 |
NOISE FROM GEARBOX. A small part in it was damaged. Dealer says Subaru knows 1/1000 of those parts get broken... |
| 119040 mi €1200 |
Fly wheel got broken and had to be replaced. |
| 173600 mi €100 |
Light of the aribag sometimes went on |
| 176700 mi €900 |
Noise comming from transmission. Some bearings had to be replaced. Main cost was man-hours |
| 182280 mi €1800 |
Sudden power losses appeared. Often it helped to restart the car - but of course not acceptable. Garage first replaced Lambda sonde, but this did not solve the issue. In the end, a throttle valve (or somethin like that) was replaced. NOTE: in the end the garage searched for free, checking and cleaning all electric contacts which did solve the problem!! Oooofffff, cause I really like this car UPDATE 1/10/2017: The number of power losses reduced, but the problem is not solved yet!! |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 109900 mi US $3200 |
Head gasket blown. Replaced head gasket, drive belt, water pump, head bolts, thermostat, spark plugs, spark plug wires |
| 122000 mi US $270 |
Inside boot (passenger side) torn, drive shaft and boot replaced |
| 123600 mi US $139 |
Car needed a recharge (hadn't had one in a long time) |
| 128000 mi US $400 |
No coolant in system - needed recharge Battery cables replaced |
| 128900 mi US $495 |
turn signal replacement |
| 135000 mi US $2200 |
Right wheel bearing replaced - worn out. Mechanic also replaced right drive shaft. |
| 143000 mi US $170 |
Recharged AC. Fluid gone. |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 161500 mi US $1000 |
A/C service and recharge |
| 174000 mi US $220 |
Passenger side ball joint replaced |
| 86800 mi C $800 |
A/C compressor |
| 96720 mi C $1325 |
water infiltration in rear hatch door, front wheel bearing |
| 101680 mi C $560 |
Check engine light. Error code indicated seized "valve for fuel fumes"?? Part was replaced ($300 with tax and labour) |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 83700 mi C $3000 |
head gaskets; timing belt |
| 89360 mi C $4000 |
engine heads needed to be replaced. as a result a engine rebuild was necessary including timing belt etc |
| 109120 mi C $280 |
Replace crankshaft pulley and belts |
| 119200 mi US $950 |
timing belt,brakes,plugs,wires,valve cover and spark plug gaskets. |
| 121000 mi US $1400 |
I had the rear head gasket replaced also new front rotors and brakes I had my oil pump repaired and rebuilt. And I also had aa systems check the car. |
| 158300 mi US $250 |
Compressor bearing faulty. Replaced compressor |
| 78000 mi US $360 |
Dash bulbs (took tech 1 hour to replace) upstream O2 sensor. |
| 90300 mi US $120 |
Inside right front CV boot split open. Problem caught before any damage was done to the CV joint. CV boot replaced. Damage to boot most likely caused by off-road use of vehicle (rough terrain and brush). |
| 96000 mi US $1500 |
Head gasket was leaking oil around the front of the engine. Had to have head gasket replaced. Also water pump replaced, and themostat replaced. |
| 128500 mi US $300 |
Outside front right CV joint was failing. Axle had to be replaced. Dealership provided a free loaner car. |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 119660 mi C $300 |
Knocking sound in engine and transmission seal oil leak Transmission shifter fork seal leaking |
| 128000 mi US $400 |
cv boot needed to be replaced |
| 134000 mi US $1300 |
Head gasket |
| 142000 mi US $189 |
AC did not work |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 110000 mi US $2500 |
Soon after I bought this car.... Off a kid who beat on it for about 20,000 the trans completely went and I had to have it rebuilt. Other than that tons of little things have gone wrong and I've probably spent another 2500 in repairs. |
2002 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 92000 mi US $1120 |
full clutch replacement including slave gear |
2002 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 170000 mi US $2500 |
Complete transmission failure. Required new transmission. Loud grinding noise and transmission binding, preventing car from moving forward or in reverse. Code: "3rd Gear out of ratio" |
| 171100 mi US $250 |
Car had head rebuild when transmission failed. Ever since, the engine began overheating on long freeway trips. Installed HQ aftermarket radiator. Stock radiator literally crumbled apart when touched. Defective thermostat installed during head rebuild. Replaced free of charge. Overheating problem solved; hopefully overheating did not damage engine |
| 178300 mi US $200 |
Exhaust midpipe rotted off at the catalytic converter |
| 223000 mi US $100 |
Starter Replacement |
| 237000 mi US $1000 |
water pump gasket |
| 238000 mi US $2600 |
head gasket leak, replace engine. |
| 180000 mi US $3000 |
fuel line replaced head gasket-2nd-second time |
2002 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 72000 mi US $3000 |
exhaust system rusted out again for the 3rd time |
2001.5 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
155-horsepower 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 83080 mi $1800 |
Changed the rear suspension stabilizer bar link. Had to wait for part imported from US. Recover both bumpers and the rear right door. |
| 89900 mi $800 |
Replaced tie-rods for all the wheels |
| 90500 mi $900 |
Replaced all 4 tie-rod ends, both two front tie-rods. |
| 97340 mi $450 |
A rithmic vibration whenever accelerating. changed |
2001 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 101500 mi US $2150 |
Replaced head gasket, timing belt |
| 127000 mi US $400 |
Rear brakes were at 15% |
| 152000 mi US $1800 |
blew a head gasket, car overheated and ruined radiator. Needs new head gaskets, valve guides, water pump, and radiator. Subarus are famous for blowing head gaskets. |
2001 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 144000 mi US $400 |
Ac seals replaced |
| 144000 mi US $1000 |
AC compressor |
2000 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 134000 mi US $2200 |
Steering. Brakes. |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 120260 mi US $1400 |
Head gasket showed signs of failure in 12/2016, known issue with Subaru. Had head gaskets replaced, machine shop planed the heads and ground the valve seats. Valves were also adjusted. |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 151000 mi US $900 |
worn wheel bearing |
| 170000 mi US $1100 |
timing belt, serpentine belt (maybe more belts?), water pump, radiator hoses. All original on vehicle. |
| 171300 mi US $130 |
Rear calipers replaced due to excessive corrosion that would not allow the piston to be retracted into caliper body to allow space for new pads and rotors. |
| 173000 mi US $200 |
fastener holding exhaust or heat shield failed, causing the two parts to touch and cause excessive noise. |
| 180000 mi US $100 |
Battery repeatedly died from cold nights. |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 70500 mi US $2100 |
replaced faulty head gaskets. machined heads to level. replace radiator. |
| 82000 mi US $1900 |
Seal in auto tranny. Shop said it was common for 2000. Also replaced a bearing in front differential. |
1999 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 71000 mi US $2400 |
Needed the head gasket, water pump, and timing belt replaced. Starter and battery needed to be replaced due to a short in the starter. |
1999 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 153700 mi US $1000 |
Head gaskets blew. Replaced head gaskets and had cylinder heads re-milled at machine shop. Replaced numerous other seals, belts, pulleys just for maintenance. |
| 182000 mi US $250 |
Replaced intermediate pipe that was previously broken. |
| 202000 mi US $400 |
Rear brake lines rotted causing leak. Replaced. |
| 202500 mi US $220 |
Driver side front caliper was hanging up. Replaced both front calipers. |
| 187000 mi US $2385 |
Corrosion in radiator caused leak and it need to be replaced. Because of radiator leak the car over heated and cause the head gasket to need to be replaced. |
1998 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 76000 mi US $1000 |
Ball joints and axle rod needed replacing along with new tires and a few other wear items. |
| 83000 mi US $1750 |
Car would not reliably shift up, whole transmission rebuild and over drive computer fixed |
| 83000 mi US $250 |
Replaced whole exhaust system from front axle, back. New piping, muffler. |
| 85900 mi US $500 |
Battery died due to a failing alternator. Both were replaced. |
1996 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 206000 mi US $1562 |
Gave up on selling dealer, took car to Sierra Service Center who fixed the problems. Not a coolant problem at all. Changed the catalytic converter, valve cover gasket, fuel injector kit, EGR valve. |
| 207000 mi US $184 |
Front & Rear Struts Removed and Replaced Right inner tie rode rack & pinion boot replaced and alignment was done. |
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