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2009 Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)
Other (8%)
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- Engine
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 88 repairs.
2009 Subaru Legacy suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.0L H4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD
| 152520 mi €220 |
Wheel was making noise, replaced wheel bearing. |
| 184100 mi €400 |
Had to replace one wheel bearing, brake blocks (pads) and a brake shoe. |
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
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 111489 mi US $634 |
Inner boot torn on driver side Axle found during inspection. Replaced with OE Reman. Replaced Sway Bar End Links |
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 72000 mi US $425 |
The front left wheel bearing was replaced and the car was re-aligned |
| 106000 mi US $121 |
The front tie rod ends were replace due to a noise from the left front tie rod end. |
| 8000 mi | There is a very noticible whine coming from under the hood when steering; it gets especially louder when the steering wheel is at it's left or right limit. Dealer service manager said he would so some research and address this problem on next visit. |
| 28000 mi | Power steering whining unusually loud when turning steering wheel. It's especially loud when reaching steering limits. Service dept seemed to side-step this complaint and pretty much refused to address it saying the H6 is a 'whiny' engine. |
| 29750 mi | Replaced power steering pump and resevoir. There is still some whining, especially at left and right limits, but it's not nearly as noticable or as loud. Took car to a different dealer than previous and again asked them to check the power-steering whining noise. Without hesitation, this dealer ordered new P/S pump and resevoir and will schedule a new visit when it comes in. Replaced power steering pump and resevoir. There is still some whining, especially at lefy and right limits, but it's not nearly as noticable or as loud. |
2009 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 32000 mi | front sway bar bushings need replacement. parts ordered. |
| 34000 mi | previous bushing replacement did not resolve noise. follow-up diagnosed strut problem and this was replaced which has cured the problem. |
| 74529 mi US $765 |
Power steering pump assembly was replaced. Parts were $585.00; labor was $238.00 |
| 148300 mi US $400 |
Replaced rear-passenger wheel bearing. |
| 170000 mi US $80 |
replaced both front end wheel bearings. |
| 47000 mi | power steering pump was leaking. It was replaced |
| 43800 mi US $608 |
passenger front bearing replaced. Tech stated that it was worn. |
| 59000 mi US $600 |
Front control arm bushings needed replaced. |
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