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2005 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (25%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 471 repairs.
2005 Subaru Legacy other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (32%)
< $100 (59%)
Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 50000 mi | Took it to the dealer to get driver's seatbelt fixed because it stopped retracting, repairs were done in a few hours and were covered by Subaru lifetime seatbelt warranty. |
| 41000 mi | A "whirring sound" developed over time. I suspected wheel bearings but not sure if it was front or back. The shop dealer diagnosed it as the rear wheel bearings. So both Left and Right rear wheel bearings were replaced. Repair and replacement was covered |
| 3500 mi | Dealer replaced defective hood latch under warranty. Latch would un-latch on rough roads or at high speed (safety catch would always prevent hood from opening, however). |
| 13000 mi | Cracked windshield required replacement; insurance paid 100%. Crack began at windshield edge, no defined impact site. Technician thought it might be a stress crack (i.e. defect in the glass). |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 10000 mi | Loose cargo net attachment repaired. Also towed in for oil light, but problem caused by aftermarket Mobil 1 filter. |
| 11000 mi | They repaired a loose windshield wiper arm attachment. I was told by the dealer they are designed to loosen themselves so nothing breaks if there is resistance. This was caused by snow. Took 4 days because they entered wrong area code. |
| 20000 mi | Cargo net anchor fell off the car for the second time. They reinstalled it. Last time the dealer changed the oil, they did not replace three of the fasteners from the oil filter cover on the underbody pan. They replaced them this visit. |
| 28000 mi | Seat trim panel was replaced due to damage from 2 previous seat frame replacements. |
| 33000 mi | Broken seat trim pieces replaced. Were damaged by mechanic during 3rd seat frame replacement. |
| 76000 mi US $139 |
replaced rear lift gate supports. The gas charged support cylinders had given out. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 83000 mi US $40 |
Wheel stud broke after lug nut was off. I bought a new stud and mechanic replaced it. Studs and nuts have been a weak link as I have replace several of each in the last 3 years. |
| 149000 mi US $700 |
All doors except driver door, were sticking, one of the rear doors would not open. Also had brakes and rotors replaced. |
| 177000 mi US $150 |
Both driver side doors would not open from outside, mechanic found both door handles had broken. |
| 121520 mi | Fuel filler door failed to open when interior release pulled. (Long time problem, decided to fix prior to selling car.) |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 48000 mi US $190 |
Left rear wheel bearing was growling, was replaced under warranty. |
| 75000 mi US $700 |
Right rear and front wheel bearings had begun moaning, the rear bearing was replaced under warranty. |
| 68200 mi C $210 |
While in for regular service, tech noticed splash pan under engine "missing" . Where did it go? No one knows but had to replace it. Part ordered and installed one week later. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 154000 mi US $50 |
Windshield washer was not working, electric plug at washer pump was corroded. Repaired connection. Then found a leak in hose attached to hood. Took off and replaced. Most cost was replacing broken clips from under hood liner. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 77000 mi US $160 |
Water had filled driver's side fog light assembly. Replaced fog light assembly. |
| 79000 mi US $375 |
Rear drivers side door lock stuck. Door panel removed, door handle cable cleaned and lubed. |
| 106000 mi US $45 |
Passenger side front window came off it's track. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 12400 mi | Passenger side seatbelt warning alarm and audible alarm on even when there is no passenger. Dealer has ordered a new part which is covered by warranty. |
| 17980 mi | The dealer corrected an earlier problem with the passenger side seat belt alarm active when there was no one in the seat. New sensor added and calibrated |
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