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2008 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Subaru Legacy brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (33%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD

93000 mi

US $98
New rear pads required. 

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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 
70268 mi

C $800
Replace seized left front caliper 

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2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

132000 mi

US $16
Replaced rear brake pads. 

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2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan

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

85000 mi

US $1600
And all 4 brake pads 

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2008 Subaru Legacy 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual AWD

50840 mi

$2866
Brake pads were in contact with rotor, calipers needed refurbishing. 

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2008 Subaru Legacy Brake Problems

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