1998 Subaru Legacy service brakes, hydraulic problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1998 Subaru Legacy — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 1998 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was a delayed failure in the braking system. The contact notified the local dealer regarding the failure and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 99V040000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) for…”
filed Mar 29, 2022
“Defective frame on 1998 subaru legacy. *nj the consumer stated the brakes and tie rods were replaced. And a alignment was done as well. While driving, the vehicle began to make a rumbling sound, as well a stronger pull to the right when braking. The consumer was able to pull over and upon…”
filed Jan 6, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which…
06-68-19R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 11, 2019
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Legacy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Legacy | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 Legacy | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 Legacy | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 Legacy | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 Legacy | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 Legacy | 8 | 4% |
| 2004 Legacy | 2 | 4% |
| 2003 Legacy | 1 | 2% |
| 2002 Legacy | 6 | 11% |
| 2001 Legacy | 6 | 8% |
| 2000 Legacy | 7 | 7% |
| 1999 Legacy | 12 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Subaru Legacy
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.