2001 Subaru Legacy vs 2003 Subaru Legacy
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 60 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 155 | 199 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | — |
| Median reported mileage | 63,270 mi | 97,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 5 |
| Tires | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 5 |
2001 Subaru Legacy
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.