SUBARU LEGACY 2016

Complete listing of complaints and recalls for this vehicle

182
Complaints
5
Recalls

Complaints & Recalls

182 Complaints 5 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

5 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 16V292000 SAFETY RECALL
48.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 11, 2016
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.

Potential Risk:
The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WTD-65
Notice Date: May 13, 2016
Recall Date: May 11, 2016
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 15V794000 SAFETY RECALL
3.3K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Nov 24, 2015
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016 Legacy vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 16, 2015, and Outback vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 17, 2015. Due to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.

Potential Risk:
If the drive shaft detaches from the rear differential, it may strike the fuel tank and result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fastening nuts, and tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is WQV-57.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WQV-57
Notice Date: Dec 10, 2015
Recall Date: Nov 24, 2015
Subaru Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 15V502000 SAFETY RECALL
2.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 10, 2015
Safety Issue:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.

Potential Risk:
If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local SUBARU dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: WQU-56
Notice Date: Aug 28, 2015
Recall Date: Aug 10, 2015

Consumer Complaints

182 Complaints
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 10781185 Other
Oct 9, 2015
Defect Description:

SEATS

Potential Consequences:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Corrective Action:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Additional Notes:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 10781185
Notice Date: Oct 9, 2015
Recall Date: Oct 9, 2015
Subaru Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 10781185 Other
Oct 9, 2015
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Corrective Action:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Additional Notes:

THE HEADREST ANGLE IS COMPLETELY UNCOMFORTABLE. IT WILL CAUSE PEOPLE DO ACCIDENT, BECAUSE THEY CAN'T DRIVE WITH EASE.

Manufacturer: SUBARU
Mfg Campaign: 10781185
Notice Date: Oct 9, 2015
Recall Date: Oct 9, 2015
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