2011 Subaru Legacy steering problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2011 Subaru Legacy — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Front sub-frame rusted through. Local mechanic said unsafe to drive. Insurance will not cover claim because this is "prior issue" not accident related. Subaru dealership confirmed safety risk and will repair for >$3000.”
filed Apr 7, 2023
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 subaru legacy. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 mph, the horn activated independently without warning. The contact stated that the symptom was like nhtsa campaign number: 10v283000 (steering). The vehicle was driven to webster groves subaru (7982 big…”
filed Dec 29, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected.
05-97-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 20, 2026
Steering problems in other Legacy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Legacy | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 Legacy | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 Legacy | 3 | 2% |
| 2018 Legacy | 4 | 3% |
| 2017 Legacy | 9 | 8% |
| 2016 Legacy | 16 | 11% |
| 2015 Legacy | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 Legacy | 2 | 4% |
| 2013 Legacy | 4 | 6% |
| 2012 Legacy | 7 | 8% |
| 2010 Legacy | 12 | 8% |
| 2009 Legacy | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 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.