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We expect the 2025 Legacy will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023, and 2024 models.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2012 Subaru Legacy owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"The system started making noise, went to the repair shop, and it was repaired. Not sure what was done. Car is old in years, but not as much as expected in kms."
Anonymous, ON (2012 Subaru Legacy 3.6-L 6 Cyl)"See muffler comments."
Anonymous A., MI (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"Front undercover loose and rattles."
Anonymous, (2012 Subaru Legacy Unsure)"Heat shield rattles"
Anonymous, NY (2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"wheel bearings replaced from normal wear"
Anonymous, NH (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"normal wear from frost heaves"
Anonymous, NH (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"Blown head gasket required replacement of gasket and re-planing of warped cylinder head @ $2700 cost."
Anonymous, ME (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Was told by the dealership and two other nationally known auto repair shops that the head gasket needed to be replaced. Estimates were $2500. I took it to a local repair shop and they informed me it was the timing gasket? Total repair $600."
Anonymous, ND (2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"seized"
Anonymous, (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"I started noticing vibration when braking. Took it to my shop within a week and they replaced the Rotors. No more problems."
Anonymous A., CA (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"In was driving and went over a manhole. It ripped out a bunch of mY plastic underbody. Inlater figured out this was due to several broken clips so it was sagging underneath"
Anonymous A., MD (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"I have been hand waxing this car every 6 months the entire time of ownership. It has been parked outside. Paint is peeling and chipping around the hood and trunk edges."
Anonymous A., CA (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"I will lose power when trying to lightly accelerate. Most common in the 1500 to 2000 rpm range"
Anonymous A., MD (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
"Second time I have had a timing kit done. This time was leaking water pump."
Anonymous, NC (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"Car's intermittent failure ot start was initially diagnosed as a computer issue, resulting in $1800 computer replacement. Issue continued, eventually solved by rewiring work at ignition switch area."
Anonymous, ME (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Flange rusted, not muffler. As all components are flared with integrated flanges, dealer wanted to replace entire system at $5,500. Significant design flaw."
Anonymous A., MI (2012 Subaru Legacy Limited 2.5-L 4 Cyl)