2009 Subaru Legacy
2009

Subaru
Legacy

Starting at N/A USD | 0

170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain

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Performance

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency

Safety

Safety

Connectivity

Connectivity

Comfort

Comfort

Interior Space

Interior Space

Exterior Design

Exterior Design

Performance

Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency

170 hp
Horsepower
170 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
2009 Subaru Legacy performance
2009 Subaru Legacy interior

Efficient

Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy

Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.5 - 10.6 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity64.0 L

Interior

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality

5
Seating
360 L
Cargo
1,120 mm
Front Legroom
861 mm
Rear Legroom
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Climate Control

Heated Front Seats

Convenience

Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks

Seating

Power Driver Seat

Technology

Advanced connectivity and intelligent features

Satellite Radio

AM/FM Stereo

Safety

Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers

Airbags

Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags

Stability

Traction Control
ABS Brakes

Monitoring

Security

Security System
Child Safety Locks
2009 Subaru Legacy front safety CC
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Dimensions

Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style

Length

15 ft5"
4.7m

Width

5 ft8.1"
1.73m

Height

4 ft8.1"
1.43m

Wheelbase

8 ft9.1"
2.67m

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Colors

Express yourself.

Quartz Silver Metallic
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Satin White Pearl
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Ruby Red Pearl
#842239
Seacrest Green Metallic
#626E6A
Obsidian Black Pearl
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Diamond Gray Metallic
#636162
Deep Bronze Metallic
#7E7673
Newport Blue Pearl
#628FAC

Trim Levels

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4dr Sdn Man PZEV

4dr Sdn Man PZEV

$26,995
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.6 L/100 km
Highway7.5 L/100 km
Combined7.5 - 10.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,471 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Wgn Man PZEV

4dr Wgn Man PZEV

$27,995
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.6 L/100 km
Highway7.5 L/100 km
Combined7.5 - 10.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,785 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,476 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,029 mm
Rear Head Room1,003 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Auto PZEV *Ltd Avail*

4dr Sdn Auto PZEV *Ltd Avail*

$28,195
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,493 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Auto PZEV

4dr Sdn Auto PZEV

$28,195
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,495 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Wgn Auto PZEV

4dr Wgn Auto PZEV

$29,195
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,785 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,496 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,029 mm
Rear Head Room1,003 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Wgn Auto PZEV *Ltd Avail*

4dr Wgn Auto PZEV *Ltd Avail*

$29,195
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,785 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,495 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room1,029 mm
Rear Head Room1,003 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Man 2.5i Touring

4dr Sdn Man 2.5i Touring

$29,495
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.6 L/100 km
Highway7.5 L/100 km
Combined7.5 - 10.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,506 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room955 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Wgn Man 2.5i w/Touring Pkg

4dr Wgn Man 2.5i w/Touring Pkg

$30,495
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.6 L/100 km
Highway7.5 L/100 km
Combined7.5 - 10.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,785 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,520 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room983 mm
Rear Head Room937 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Auto 2.5i Touring

4dr Sdn Auto 2.5i Touring

$30,695
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,530 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room955 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Wgn Auto 2.5i w/Touring Pkg

4dr Wgn Auto 2.5i w/Touring Pkg

$31,695
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower170 hp
Torque170 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission4-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.6 L/100 km
Combined7.6 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,785 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,476 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,540 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room983 mm
Rear Head Room937 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Auto 3.0R Limited

4dr Sdn Auto 3.0R Limited

$36,995
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 6-cyl
Displacement3.0L/- TBD -
Horsepower245 hp
Torque215 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City12.1 L/100 km
Highway8.3 L/100 km
Combined8.3 - 12.1 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,597 kg
Ground Clearance160 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room955 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Auto 3.0R w/Premier Pkg

4dr Sdn Auto 3.0R w/Premier Pkg

$38,995
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Flat 6-cyl
Displacement3.0L/- TBD -
Horsepower245 hp
Torque215 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission5-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City12.1 L/100 km
Highway8.3 L/100 km
Combined8.3 - 12.1 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,597 kg
Ground Clearance160 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room955 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4dr Sdn Man 2.5GT spec.B

4dr Sdn Man 2.5GT spec.B

$41,995
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas Turbo Flat 4-cyl
Displacement2.5L/150
Horsepower243 hp
Torque241 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City12.3 L/100 km
Highway8.2 L/100 km
Combined8.2 - 12.3 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,699 mm
Width1,730 mm
Height1,435 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Curb Weight1,608 kg
Ground Clearance160 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,120 mm
Rear Leg Room861 mm
Front Head Room955 mm
Rear Head Room935 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Safety Reports

65 complaints reported to NHTSA

65
Total Reports
3
Crashes
4
Injuries
1
Fires

Most Common Issues

AIR BAGS
31
SERVICE BRAKES
9
ENGINE
7
STRUCTURE
5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4
VISIBILITY/WIPER
3

Recent Reports

ODI #11639977
Jan 31, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Subaru puts on plastic fuel tanks, and overtime the connections that connected to the car that are metal will rub a hole into the fuel tank and caused leaking. If you park this in a garage a puddle will form any spark, such as a outlet will ignite the garage and blow up the house.
Incident: Dec 5, 2024VIN: 4S3BL616597***
ODI #11611948
Aug 31, 2024
SERVICE BRAKESVISIBILITY/WIPERFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Under Subaru campaign WQK47, which supersedes an earlier campaign, 05-09 Legacy/Outback and other models are known to undergo accelerated brake line corrosion due to sub-par materials and design. Subaru of America's "fix" for this issue is to inspect the lines: if the lines are compromised, they replace them. If the lines are corroded but not yet compromised, the lines are coated with an anti-corrosion wax. This wax washes off the car and is ineffective. Subaru performed this recall work insufficiently on my vehicle, failing to identify the severity of the corrosion. They coated the lines, called it "fixed", and the brake lines later ruptured under normal driving conditions. This caused a highway near-miss at speed that could have impacted everyone on the road. Multiple Subaru dealerships in Connecticut have refused to re-inspect and repair the vehicle under the recall campaign, despite it being a known critical safety concern, and despite knowledge that the original parts and anti-corrosion application are sub-par. They insist that because the ineffective recall campaign was already "completed", they bear no further responsibility for the design compromises and sub-par materials that are the root cause of this issue. Additionally: Under Subaru bulletin 12-197-16R the dashboard of 05-09 Subaru Legacy/Outback models is known to become sticky and melt. While this might initially be considered a cosmetic issue, the melted surface is DRAMATICALLY reflective. The hump over the gauge cluster melts first, causing a huge, intense sun glare reflection in the windscreen directly ahead of the driver. I own two 05-09 Subaru Legacies; this issue is present in both. Subaru of America has rejected my replacement claims on both cars because the cutoff date for their open recall has expired. This is a major and constantly worsening safety issue that severely limits driver visibility. Because it developed slowly, it was not a safety concern until after closure of the recall.
Incident: Aug 1, 2024VIN: 4S3BL676196***
ODI #11610709
Aug 25, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2009 Subaru Legacy 2.5I Parasitic Drain If vehicle is not driven every 2-4 days in winter or every 6-8 days when is warmer it will need a jump start. I looked for a recall but there isn't one for the year of my car or for the Fourth Generation 2005-2009 series. I took it to the dealer 4 times and they said there was nothing wrong the first two times. On the 3rd time they said it was my problem was that the battery was old and to prove them wrong I got one of their Subaru brand/label batteries and the same problem kept happening. I took it to one more mechanic with the same results. I keep seeing this articles on blogs online about Subaru's from multiple years and series having Parasitic Drain issues. I do have the receipts pack in boxes if need it.
Incident: Aug 25, 2024VIN: 4S3BL616197***
ODI #11551993
Oct 26, 2023
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2009 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to stop immediately. The brake warning light was illuminated. The contact activated the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to drive to the residence. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the brake line was corroded and leaking brake fluid. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired at the dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V311000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure recurred. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.
Incident: Oct 25, 2023VIN: 4S3BL616297***
ODI #11500035
Jan 3, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Passenger rear brake line corroded and burst causing loss of brake fluid. Due to the loss of brake fluid, I lost 95% of brake pressure making it very difficult to stop. Only reason I say 95% is because the brake system is designed to still function in limp mode, but still terrifying while driving. The problem was discovered by myself as I was a certified technician for over 10 years for this brand. The vehicle hasn’t been looked at by anyone but myself. The brake lamp indicator did come on shortly before the line burst.
Incident: Dec 20, 2022VIN: 4S3BL676496***
ODI #11439301
Nov 4, 2021
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Following traffic and under heavy braking due to lead vehicle braking hard and making turn without turn signal, brake pedal went to floor and vehicle continued traveling forward resulting in rear end collision with vehicle in front. Upon inspection at dealership both rear brake lines found to be corroded badly and sever leakage from both left and right rear brake lines. Corrosion & weeping also noted by dealership body shop on both lines coming out of vehicle from under rear seat above fuel tank. The corrosion and leakage matches with recall campaign ID: 14V311000.
Incident: Oct 8, 2021VIN: 4S3BL616397***
ODI #11426246
Jul 24, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
While driving the brakelines were affected and brakes weren't working any longer. I see online there is a recall for my specific car. The recall is for corrosion of the brake lines in specific snow states and the use of salt. I live in CT and bought the car from a private owner. I looked to see if the car was ever serviced for the recall and I am finding nothing on it. Thr exact spot indicated in the recall is exactly where the brake lines corroded so much that there is a hole now. Thanks for your time.
Incident: Jul 7, 2021VIN: 4S3BL616697***
ODI #11421074
Jun 15, 2021
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2009 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the brake line ruptured with the brake pedal depressing to the floorboard. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with the brake line needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was relating the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 14V311000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic) however, the recall repair was previously serviced in 2014. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to a local dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
Incident: Jun 8, 2021VIN: 4S3BL616897***

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.

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