2014 Subaru Legacy vs 2016 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 | 2014 Subaru Legacy | 2016 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 53 | 146 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 361 | 457 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 23–29 |
| Median reported mileage | 34,500 mi | 37,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 51 |
| Power Train | 6 | 13 |
| Steering | 2 | 16 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 2 |
| Structure | 7 | 6 |
| Engine | 5 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Battery drain | 0 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2014 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.