2025 SUBARU LEGACY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Subaru Legacy. This model year has 6 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2025 Subaru Legacy Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Subaru Legacy. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Legacy. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 6 most recent complaints
Less than 500 miles cabin fills with engine fumes - smells like exhaust/crank case vapors - especially at idle and with outdoor air damper open on HVAC. If you open hood the engine bay smells like gas fumes. Upon inspection looks like passenger side exhaust manifold is leaking wi…
I purchased my 2025 Legacy from Brunswick Subaru (Brunswick,OH) on 9/22/25. A few days later, while riding in the passenger seat, the airbag light/icon stayed off. I am a petite female, weighing 100 pounds. I immediately called Brunswick Subaru's service department. The service…
The Legacy (my third one) was about a month old and had about 30 miles on the odometer. I had no warning of any problem with the car. On or about 5:45 PM on Oct 22, 2025 I was driving my Subaru Legacy when the engine stalled. I was in the HOV lane of an interstate highway. Multip…
At the end of a drive of 75 mi, 55-65 MPH on an 8 lane highway the engine stalled. Stopped in HOV lane. Restarting failed several attempts. Called police 911. Dusk, with light rain, slick highway. Poor visibility. Wife and I prayed a lot. Scarier than my year in Vietnam. Resta…
The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipes. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a misfire with a rattling sound coming from behind the dash…
I own a 2025 Subaru Legacy. On at least two occasions during rainy weather, while driving at low speeds (20-30 mph), the brake pedal suddenly became soft and sank to the floor with little braking response. I had to mash the pedal to stop the car to stop the car and there was a "g…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Subaru Legacy.
Recalls for 2025 Subaru Legacy
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Subaru Legacy. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2025 Subaru Legacy — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2025 Subaru Legacy reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2025 Subaru Legacy has 6 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (4 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Subaru Legacy?▾
#1: Engine Problems (4 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (1 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Subaru Legacy?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Subaru Legacy?▾
The 2025 Subaru Legacy has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 6 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Subaru Legacy in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2025 Subaru Legacy?▾
The 2025 Subaru Legacy has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Legacy reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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