2016 Subaru Legacy vs 2018 Subaru Legacy
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Subaru Legacy | 2018 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 147 | 117 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 462 | 438 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–29 | 23–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,000 mi | 20,950 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 51 | 40 |
| Visibility/wiper | 17 | 25 |
| Steering | 16 | 4 |
| Engine | 7 | 10 |
| Power Train | 13 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Battery drain | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2016 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.