2011 Subaru Legacy vs 2012 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 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 167 | 90 |
| Recall campaigns | 16 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 341 | 324 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 20–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 89,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 47 | 34 |
| Engine | 22 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 18 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 4 |
| Suspension | 19 | 4 |
| Steering | 16 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 18 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 44 | 37 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2011 Subaru Legacy
2012 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.