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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%)

Chart based on 211 repairs.
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2006 Subaru Legacy other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 8 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

16000 mi Fixed e-brake rattle (email 050207) 
56000 mi

US $180
Rear brake pads wore out excessively quickly. Fronts were OK, only rears need to be replaced. 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

151480 mi Windshield wiper assembly replaced. Not a motor issue. Linkage the issue -Metal ball wears plastic socket until it pops off and wipers stop moving. Must replace complete assembly to fix a 25 cent plastic socket. Easy repair 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

42600 mi loose or broken fastener for skid plate, probably from previous oil change 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon

163-horsepower 2.0L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

136043 mi

C $209
Replace Windshield. Rock shots 

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

65000 mi

US $2200
Turbo 
84000 mi

US $20
Replace and bleed brake fluid  

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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

106100 mi

C $277
Trunk spring(s) broken; trunk will no longer stay open. Solution is to replace both trunk springs. 

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2006 Subaru Legacy Other Problems

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