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Subaru Legacy repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1911 repairs.
Subaru Legacy transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (27%)
Chart based on 184 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2019 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 26000 mi | If car was not driven for a few days, the brake pedal would be hard to press and if pressing on the start button, the engine would not start. Aslo, the green check light on the start button did not appear. It was found the hard brake pedal is normal, but an updated shifter assembly was installed which corrected the green light and the engine starting. |
2017 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 12000 mi | Transmission selector was difficult to shift into and out of drive, would not shift into manual mode. |
| 30000 mi | Warranty repaired a leaking [transmission] seal |
2016 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 33587 mi | Whine noise at 50 mph then goes away at 53... |
2015 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 30700 mi | Transmission oil pan seal leaking. Drained transmission oil, replaced seal, refilled transmission with new oil. |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.0L H4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 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
| 141000 mi US $772 |
Rear differential gasket began leaking around one of the top bolts. A week later all the fluid leaked out of the propeller shaft |
2013 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 11000 mi | Transmission oil temperature light turned on after extended driving. Subaru performed electrical system reset and stated that the problem was fixed. Transmission oil temperature light turned on after extended driving. Subaru performed electrical system reset and stated that the problem was fixed. Covered under warranty. |
| 13000 mi | Transmission oil temperature light turning on after extended driving despite a previous trip to Subaru for the same problem in June. Transmission oil temperature light turning on after extended driving despite a previous trip to Subaru for the same problem in June. Covered under warranty. |
| 31000 mi | Transmission was making a grinding noise when under heavy acceleration or going uphill once the car warmed up. Also, a belt was making a pronounced squeaking sound. Entire transmission and belt replaced under warranty. The rattling/grinding noise wasn't fixed by this repair trip, as it turned out to be a loose heat shield - a common problem with Subaru Legacies and Outbacks in this year. It was another sound discovered by the mechanic that resulted in them replacing the transmission. |
| 23200 mi | took 5 seconds to shift into reverse no R indicator on dash. transmission replaced with new one. new transmission locked, loud clunk sound, which locked front wheels while traveling at 65MPH. car currently back at dealer for repair. subaru of america did nothing, I find their Love commercials offensive and highly misleading. Dealership agreed to replace the tires burned up from the long skid. Wife cud not get back in that car and we sold it. We were highly emotionally affected for a year and still not completely over it. We had to keep pursuing subaru to try to get some love but never did, just the opposite. They wud not say what went wrong and took no responsibility other than the fought for tires. |
| 24000 mi | Replaced transmission. New transmission failed next day on freeway at 65MPH. Front wheels totally locked from transmission locking up. Almost a fatal catastrophic failure. Subaru of America dragging their feet. |
| 123000 mi US $55 |
Check engine light went on, indicating a problem with the transmission. This was related to a recall notice/extended warranty, so the repair cost was covered by Subaru. Subaru replaced the valve body, which is related to the CVT somehow through the torque converter. It would have been a $1500 - $1900 repair if not covered by warranty. I consider that a major repair. |
| 114700 mi | cvt transmission had made a wurring noise like rotating ball bearings since i bought it brand new in September 2013, it got a fair bit louder around 100,000 km, it became even louder as the mileage went up. my dealership told me i needed a new transmission. the transmission was replaced under the 1 year warranty offered to Canadians due to known engine and transmission quality issues. the transmission would have been $12,000- $15,000 if i had to replace it out of pocket. the dealership even replaced the rear differential fluid at the same time free of charge. i am very happy and grateful to my dealership and Subaru Canada. |
| 124000 mi US $175 |
They said it needs a NEW CVT trans $8000 |
2012 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 43400 mi | transmission was kicking sliding, all the lights in the dash were on. replaced transmission. |
| 29800 mi | Rough downshift into low gear. |
| 13000 mi | Rough downshift in lower gears.l |
2012 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 190000 mi US $800 |
Transmission failure lock up failure Replaced transmission with junk yard unit |
| 122000 mi US $350 |
Dealer replacement [of transmission] |
| 67000 mi | The CVT transmission seemed to not be working properly although it was a minor issue. The cause was not determined during this service visit. Subaru must be seeing some mechanical problems with the CVT as they raised the warranty time, recently, to 100,000 miles |
2011 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 28520 mi $50 |
AT jerking a little, needed replacement of fluid after only 46,000 kilometers, even though maintenance manual requires this to be done at 72,000. Car sits a lot, so maybe it went bad after 4.5 years of use. |
2011 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 115940 mi | car hesitate shake and engine nearly die when on a stop light or in a parking lot at slow speed. |
| 96000 mi | Transmission was replaced under warranty |
2010 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 4000 mi US $288 |
Car continued to stall on highway and at lights after repeated complaints and loss of MPH, dealer stated Cont Variable Trans was no good and had to be replaced. Car still idles rough at stop with RPM going below 500 they cant fix this part. |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 42000 mi US $500 |
throwout bearing replaced. "dirty" as a result of normal clutch wear- no abnormal clutch wear and no other component replaced. 50 percent paid as goodwill by subaru of america. |
| 132000 mi US $400 |
Front, driver's side axle/CV joint needed replacing as the boot had torn, meaning impending doom for the joint. |
| 92070 mi C $2000 |
Clutch, fork, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, slave cylinder hose were all replaced. |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 155000 mi US $300 |
Hard shifts and erratic shifting. Brought in to transmission shop for service. They said it looked bad, lot of debris and worn. Fluid flushed and added conditioner. May need new transmission. Will recheck in 10k miles. |
| 166000 mi US $300 |
Brought back to shop for transmission recheck. Still has intermittent shifting issue but not as frequent. Fluid flushed and treatment added. Will keep driving until catastrophic failure. |
2010 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 129000 mi US $1760 |
Lockup solenoid failed. Replaced entire valve body. Changed transmission fluid. |
| 150000 mi US $150 |
Changed Transmission fluid. Did not fix problem. Whining transmission during heavy acceleration. |
| 18000 mi | Car still has lag between shifts from Reverse to Drive. told not a problem. |
| 142000 mi US $500 |
Car stalls at stops. Replaced transmission fluid. |
| 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. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 73780 mi C $590 |
Front, inner CV boots replaced. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 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. |
| 91500 mi US $120 |
Passenger side inner axle boot leaking grease onto exhaust causing a burning smell. Replaced inner CV axle boot. |
| 127040 mi US $897 |
Left front axle boot was torn, axle shaft was damaged and pulled out of differential. Replaced front left axle. |
| 86976 mi US $3100 |
CV boots |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 107260 mi | CV boots cracked and seeping grease. |
| 124000 mi C $600 |
Worn cv joint needed replacement. |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 123000 mi US $385 |
Clutch release bearing was noisy and started to fail. Replaced clutch release bearing |
| 186000 mi US $325 |
Replace front cv joint boots |
2008 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 51300 mi US $70 |
Had to relearn the computer to the transmission; was having hard down shift when coming to a full stop. |
| 79000 mi US $600 |
Replace cv boot during brake job |
| 83000 mi US $500 |
Fix prior problem by having brake shop install OEM axles to stop vibrations while stopped but in drive. This fixed the vibration issue. |
| 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. |
| 127000 mi US $1098 |
General belt replacement, 2 cv joints, transmission flush, steering belt, ac belt |
| 28000 mi | Noticed a whining/gear-like noise during acceleration above 40mph. Dealer diagnosed the problem as being a faulty front differential. Was told it was safe to drive and repair parts ordered under original warranty. |
| 29000 mi | Installed new front diff gears only to realize problem was in the transmission. Special ordered new transmission parts (hence long repair time) and fixed the transmission. Loud whine gone, but new softer whine now. Returning to dealer. |
| 30000 mi | Under consultation from area Subaru tech, the dealership replaced the entire transmission and both front axle half-shafts. Finally,... the sound is gone. |
2007 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 64000 mi US $120 |
vehicle makes 2-4 second mild rumbling sound/loss of power every 5-8 minutes of drive time. transmission filter and oil replaced, no metal bits found. issue still exists. plugs and plug wires replaced last month in attempt to fix same issue |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 53320 mi C $50 |
The linkage between the shifter arm and the tranny is quite exposed and it slowly began to seize up with dirt and corrosion. A lot of WD40, compressed air, and elbow grease freed it up so that grease could be liberally sprayed at the joints. |
| 97 mi C $200 |
1 boot was changed. Shop did a very careful job. |
| 75020 mi $450 |
Left CV joint worn out and was repaired. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 134540 mi C $500 |
Shift linkage broke. Bearing seized and joint broke. While waiting for repair I decided to trade my vehicle for newer forester. Higher clearance makes, boat launch easier. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 114963 mi US $289 |
Front inner CV boot was split. Replaced the whole axle assembly. Front inner CV boot was split. Replaced the whole axle assembly. |
| 138300 mi US $265 |
A boot on front passenger axle had ripped. Axle was replaced. A boot on front passenger axle had ripped. Axle was replaced. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 50700 mi US $317 |
Replaced right front CV boot |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 18000 mi | Intermittent rubbing noise (increases/decreases based on speed), sometimes accompanied by "burning"/friction smell. |
2007 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
163-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 27700 mi | Full 3 part clutch and Flywheel replacement. Known issue with the Dual Mass Flywheels, which after a period of time or miles,(possibly about 55-60K) usually start "squeaking." Noticeable on take-up when the clutch is released. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 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. |
| 139000 mi US $776 |
Drive shaft required replacement account center joint was worn out (where front half and rear half come together), |
| 69000 mi US $661 |
Replaced right front CV axle due to torn boot. Replaced left front CV axle due to leaking boot. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 128000 mi US $865 |
Throwout bearing making squealing noises on car startup during cold weather. Replaced clutch. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 62200 mi US $250 |
two boots torn, axles replaced in repair |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 55000 mi US $800 |
Took car in for tuneup/oil change. Dealer called to say that the CV boots were torn. Replaced axles. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 52000 mi US $900 |
New Clutch |
| 56000 mi | New clutch throw-out bearing was bad or improperly seated during installation. Required removal, replacement, reassembly. Shop paid all costs. |
| 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. |
| 144400 mi US $100 |
Internal CV boot failed, needed to be replaced |
| 147000 mi | Gear grinding noise when turning and cold. Mechanics could replicate it but did not know what it was. |
| 148000 mi US $250 |
Both drive shafts were making noise Shaft seal was leaking |
| 98300 mi US $100 |
CV AXLE BOOT CLAMP |
| 4650 mi | Squeaky clutch pedal could not be fixed by dealership. |
| 48500 mi US $900 |
Clutch, flywheel, and throw out bearing were replaced. Throw out bearing had exploded. |
| 119000 mi US $792 |
Throw out bearing failed requiring complete clutch jog. |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 149000 mi US $250 |
Cracked CVS boot, replaced with new axle assembly |
| 162000 mi US $320 |
Cracked passenger side CV boot, replaced axle assembly |
| 94000 mi US $500 |
Replaced front axle |
| 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. |
| 107000 mi US $3500 |
Replace cv joints |
2005 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 60140 mi $80 |
Replacement of CV boot (right) |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 49580 mi C $1400 |
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 |
CV boot/shaft assembly replaced, passenger side. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 95000 mi US $2200 |
needed new clutch and bearings |
| 100000 mi US $450 |
Replaced front passenger-side half axle due to torn CV boot. |
| 116000 mi US $1200 |
The pressure plate failed. This made an entire clutch job necessary. |
| 66000 mi US $631 |
passenger-side CV boot cracked and leaking lubricant, removed, cleaned, lubricated and installed new CV boot. |
| 102500 mi US $1350 |
Replace cracked CV boot and repack with grease Replace cracked CV boot and repack with grease |
| 74000 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... |
| 136400 mi C $2800 |
Replace split CV boot |
| 168339 mi C $1527 |
Replace shifter seal |
| 65500 mi US $650 |
CV boot failed, half-shafts needed to be replaced |
| 71000 mi US $825 |
U-joint/Carrier bearing issues. Individual parts not reparable, required new driveshaft assembly. |
| 96100 mi US $5400 |
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. |
| 108200 mi US $240 |
Replaced passenger front CV boot that was improperly installed by dealer. Warranty repair. |
| 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 |
| 100300 mi US $250 |
Replaced passenger half shaft due to damaged CV joint boot and very slightly clicking joint. |
| 158000 mi US $1998 |
cv joints replaced |
| 107000 mi US $230 |
Replaced driver's side front half shaft. |
| 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. |
| 79000 mi US $300 |
Leaky CV boot. |
| 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. |
| 28000 mi | In extremely cold weather, the wheel bearings make loud noises when cornering and accelerating. Dealership attributed it to tire noise. Will revisit if it occurs with different tires. |
| 70000 mi US $200 |
Right inner cv boot completely torn, left outer cracked and leaking grease with clicking when turning left. Both shafts replaced with aftermarket parts |
| 219000 mi US $216 |
Replaced Left Front wheel bearing assembly |
| 234500 mi US $450 |
Total car vibration when accelerating at 40-50 mph. Defective U-joint, replaced drive shaft |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 94300 mi US $500 |
Replace CV boots |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 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. |
| 104000 mi US $2463 |
torn axle boots |
| 137200 mi US $660 |
Cracked CV boot front passenger side, new axle installed |
| 59000 mi US $210 |
CV boot was cracked and leaking oil on front passenger side. Boot replaced and axle re-lubricated. Problem was identified by mechanic while the car was in to resurface front brake rotors. |
| 83000 mi US $600 |
Both front CV joints replaced. Took 3 days because I did one, then the other. The passenger's side joint went out during the the test drive, and was replaced again the next day. |
| 145000 mi US $300 |
Right inner axle boot worn, replaced |
| 194000 mi | Driveshaft worn/failing, required replacement |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 61000 mi | Torn axle boot, the dealer service department choose to call it a warranty repair even though it was just outside of the power train warranty |
| 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. |
| 131000 mi US $135 |
Transfer gear bearings in the center differental were noisy. Replaced 2 bearings. |
| 153000 mi US $1500 |
Clutch worn out, throw out bearing noisy. |
| 74000 mi US $800 |
split cv boot |
| 86800 mi US $300 |
Passenger Inner CV Boot ripped. Passanger Inner CV Boot ripped. |
| 61000 mi US $100 |
torn cv joint boot |
| 88000 mi US $3500 |
Clutch froze and had to be replaced. |
| 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. |
| 37000 mi US $42 |
Whinning and vibration coming from left rear of car. Dealer replaced left rear wheel bearing fixing the problem. |
| 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 |
Boot on front driver axle/cv was cracked. Replaced the axle. |
| 110000 mi US $800 |
Drivers side axle half-shaft was leaking at the inner boot, had that replaced. |
2005 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 116000 mi US $1041 |
Replaced bad drive shaft bearing with new drive shaft assembly. |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 74000 mi US $1500 |
Torn CV boot and ruined axle. |
| 119200 mi US $1400 |
Both front CV joints |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 117000 mi US $45 |
Changed rear differential fluid in attempt to diagnose drive train noise. |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
| 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. |
| 176700 mi €900 |
Noise comming from transmission. Some bearings had to be replaced. Main cost was man-hours |
2004 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 122000 mi US $270 |
Inside boot (passenger side) torn, drive shaft and boot replaced |
| 135000 mi US $2200 |
Mechanic also replaced right drive shaft. |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 192800 mi US $180 |
Center viscous differential was showing signs of failure for a while (clunking), then failed completely, leaving front drive only. Replaced with used viscous unit purchased from a friend. Shifter linkage bushings worn and mount broken |
| 164500 mi US $500 |
Aftermarket CV joint sloppy and noisy |
| 192000 mi US $275 |
Driveshaft front U-joint seized. Had shaft rebuilt at area driveline shop. |
| 219300 mi | Car is worn out completely. Drivetrain has multiple faults, as does suspension, and body shell is rotted. Car is going for its final voyage on the 24 Hours of Lemons Rally in February. |
| 220000 mi | Drivetrain has multiple faults. |
| 235000 mi US $228 |
This visit to the shop was for diagnostic purposes. The transmission needs to be replaced but I can still drive it. |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 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). |
| 128500 mi US $300 |
Outside front right CV joint was failing. Axle had to be replaced. Dealership provided a free loaner car. |
| 137000 mi | Outside right CV joint failed |
| 52160 mi C $400 |
CV Joint work. |
2003 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 1000 mi | Warranty service. I complained that the engine was not running smoothly when the car was driven at neighborhood speeds. The service manager said that the car's operation was normal. |
| 2000 mi | I tried several times over the next two years to figure out a way to make the engine run more smoothly. I helped a little but the engine still ran uncomfortably. |
| 128000 mi US $400 |
cv boot needed to be replaced |
| 119660 mi C $300 |
Transmission shifter fork seal leaking |
| 127100 mi | viscous center differential needed replacing when sold. |
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
| 212000 mi | Need to repl. (screamingly loud) transmission, would be another $2,000. |
| 217000 mi | Needed new transmission when stopped driving it. |
| 92000 mi US $1120 |
full clutch replacement including slave gear |
| 149000 mi | warning light on. |
| 120000 mi US $150 |
Clutch stopped working - stuck to floor. Replaced clutch slave cylinder and soft hydraulic line. |
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" |
| 169500 mi | cv boot replaced-right front axle |
2001.5 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
155-horsepower 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 97340 mi $450 |
A rithmic vibration whenever accelerating. changed |
| 104780 mi | Changing CV joints |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 192000 mi US $385 |
Torn boot and wear on driver front axle. Replace axle. |
| 183000 mi | Fluid lines leaking resulting in fluid loss and gears "slipping". |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 106020 mi C $100 |
The car would jump out of fifth gear. The problem was that the nut at the end of the main shaft came loose. Removal of the transfer case allowed access to install a new nut ($20 part). If you can change a clutch, you can do this job. |
| 136000 mi US $150 |
Left front axle replaced |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 82000 mi US $1900 |
Seal in auto tranny. Shop said it was common for 2000. Also replaced a bearing in front differential. |
| 142000 mi US $360 |
CV boots were torn (replaced) |
| 149000 mi US $400 |
upper cv joint (front, possibly caused by the acidic oil of the head gasket leaks dripping down on the boot. The other joint had no problems. |
| 84940 mi C $70 |
Transmission fluid cooling line developed a minor leak. The leaked piping was discarded and replaced with new rubber piping. Transmission fluid was added. Got oil changed, but that was not part of any problem. |
| 88860 mi C $300 |
Transmission fluid drain cap tightened. Previous mechanic left it loose. |
2000 Subaru Legacy 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual AWD
| 90520 mi $780 |
Diff bushes cracked and replaced. 10k service - fluids and filters. |
1999 Subaru Legacy
Engine not specified
| 139000 mi | 3rd attempt to replace the transmission control module. Earlier replacements didn't fix the problem (3rd gear when should be in 1st). This one didn't work either. |
1999 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 152000 mi US $365 |
Grinding from front of car and pulling to the left at high speeds. Axle boot was cracked so debris was getting into axle. Boot replaced. But found front right hub also bent. Decided just to repair the hub. |
1998 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 132000 mi US $100 |
Replace rear pinion seal. |
| 145000 mi US $400 |
CV Joints |
1998 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 83000 mi US $1750 |
Car would not reliably shift up, whole transmission rebuild and over drive computer fixed |
1997 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder manual AWD
| 166000 mi US $200 |
bought the car used with a whirring noise in transmission, drove on it for 40k mi. started slipping out of 4th gear when coasting, had to replace rear main input shaft bearing |
1997 Subaru Legacy 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 175000 mi US $210 |
CV axle worn out |
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