2023 Subaru Legacy: common problems and reliability
One of the better Legacy years.
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10 owner complaints, most about forward collision avoidance. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Legacy?The 2023 Subaru Legacy has 10 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance and air bags.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Subaru Legacy vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2023 a good year for the Legacy?
Across the 30 Legacy model years we track, complaint volume runs from 10 (2023) to 184 (2005). With 10 complaints, the 2023 Legacy sits below the model's median of 90.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 Legacy
power train:driveline:driveshaft
Campaign 23V647000Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch
Campaign 23V755000Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a strong generational divide.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Legacy. See the full Legacy owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Legacy listings typically run $11,500–$22,749 across 2003 to 2025 model years.
Other Legacy model years
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