2019 Subaru Legacy Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Subaru Legacy.

20182020
Complaints
140
per 10K Sold
39.9
US Sales
35,063
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2019 Subaru Legacy Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#149 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:13,876 mi
#235 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:1,120 mi
#34 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Legacy.

Wipers & Visibility
49
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
13,876
Electrical Faults
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
1,120
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Subaru Legacy

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~366,282 vehicles.

21V587000Fuel Pump
~175,968 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

20V218000Fuel Pump
~188,207 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

19V493000Structure
~2,107 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.

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2019 Subaru Legacy — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Subaru Legacy reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Subaru Legacy has 140 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 49 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Subaru Legacy?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (49 complaints, avg 13,876 mi); Electrical Faults (35 complaints, avg 1,120 mi); Engine Problems (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Subaru Legacy?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 8,561 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Subaru Legacy?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Subaru Legacy include 6 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 366,282 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Subaru Legacy?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Subaru Legacy reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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