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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-SUBARU-LEGACY
2014 · subaru

subaru Legacy problems

10 safety recalls. 53 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
3.6 / 10

Significant reliability concerns on file. Read the trouble spots before buying.

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Severe
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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
12 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
7 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
6 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
visibility
5 reports · avg $350
moderate
body
4 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
lighting
4 reports · avg $250
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Legacy · lighting
AT 87K MILES, DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM WAS BURNED OUT, SINCE CHANGING THE BULB IS DONE VIA THE FENDER LINING, IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DO YOURSELF. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER WHO THEN FOUND THAT 3 OTHER BULBS WERE OUT. (INNER/OUTER MARKERS, D/S BULB). THE TECHNICIAN MENTIONED THAT THE…
12/29/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163918.0
2014 Legacy · engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED OIL TOO QUICKLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO CONSTANTLY ADD ENGINE OIL TO THE VEHICLE BETWEEN OIL CHANGES AND THE CHECK OIL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED OFTEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LIBERTY SUBARU (55…
12/18/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11162239.0
2014 Legacy · body
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE STATIONARY, THE DRIVER SIDE BUMPER FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 01/25/2017*CT THE CONSUMER STATED A…
12/12/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10934696.0
2014 Legacy · steering
12/7/16 I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM TWICE WHEN I HAD NO CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. I REPORT'D IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN RACINE, WI. THEY DID NOT SEEM CONCERN'D. SOME ONE STATED THEY HAD NEVER HEARD OF ITS OCCURRING PRIOR TO MY STATEMENT TO THEM. ANOTHER STATED IT WAS NOT…
12/08/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10933797.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 10

critical NHTSA 19V007000 09/01/2019

Subaru of America, Inc

An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-19.
critical NHTSA 19V009000 09/01/2019

Subaru of America, Inc

An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKC-19.
critical NHTSA 19V008000 09/01/2019

Subaru of America, Inc

An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-19.
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Common questions

Is the 2014 Subaru Legacy reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 3.6 out of 10 based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Subaru Legacy has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Subaru Legacy?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 12 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Subaru Legacy has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Subaru Legacy?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 53 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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