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2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Legacy in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 59000 | 180 | Rear brake pads wore out excessively quickly. Fronts were OK, only rears need to be replaced. |
| Apr | 2013 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Singapore | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 33480 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 44200 | 200 | Steering pump overhauled due to excessive noise. |
| Jun | 2012 | 45880 | 1500 | Aircon cooling coil leaked/replaced |
| Sep | 2012 | 48980 | 600 | Radiator leaked water, engine overheated. Car had to be towed to workshop and replaced radiator. |
| Dec | 2012 | 52080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 11160 | 0 | Rough idle and check engine light, replaced idle valve. |
| Aug | 2009 | 22320 | 1000 | Sunroof rattle Surface rust appeared after 2 years on a small spot and was repainted. Front brakes done. |
| May | 2010 | 28520 | 500 | ignition coil replaced |
| Mar | 2011 | 40300 | 0 | engine check engine on. engine not running smoothly on 4 cylinders. VVT valve that takes care of cylinder 1 and 3 had to be replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 57040 | 37 | wires that feed current to fog lights was cut and needed repair. |
| Mar | 2013 | 58280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 15000 | 0 | Rattle originating from emergency brake handle assy. |
| Mar | 2007 | 16000 | 0 | Fixed e-brake rattle (email 050207) |
| Nov | 2007 | 23000 | 0 | Dashboard rattle near driver's side A pillar |
| Jan | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | I stuck some foam weatherstripping in the dashboard/A-pillar joint to muffle the rattle. Consensus among owners at legacygt.com is that anyone who makes the dealer remove the dashboard ends up with more rattles than the original. I don't consider it fixed |
| Oct | 2010 | 55000 | 1400 | Car overheated. Towed to shop. Replaced thermostat, leaking hose, water pump, timing belt + tensioners. |
| Sep | 2012 | 69000 | 661 | Replaced right front CV axle due to torn boot. Replaced left front CV axle due to leaking boot. Check Engine Light - scan and retrieve codes Replaced torn control arm bushing |
| Oct | 2012 | 69300 | 640 | Radiator inlet hose popped off. Radiator inlet flange was damaged. Replaced radiator and inlet (top) hose. |
| Nov | 2012 | 69700 | 0 | Check engine light came on 3 times in one week. Each time, the car went into 'limp' mode. Would not rev above 1200 rpm. Dealer read code P0638. Dealer was not able to diagnose further and did not attempt to repair. |
| Dec | 2012 | 70000 | 0 | Got P0638 check engine light. Car went into limp mode. Dealer (Irvine Subaru) replaced ECM. When I went to pick up the car, I got P0638 again. Dealer replaced the throttle body (including sensor and actuator). |
| Mar | 2013 | 71000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 112000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 118000 | 1450 | Rear rotors, alignment, 120000 mile service, replaced battery, snow tires. Emergency brake not working due to worn rotors. All routine items. Car continues to run wonderfully and to be fully reliable. |
| Jun | 2012 | 124500 | 340 | replaced rear shocks. |
| Jul | 2012 | 300 | Replaced front shocks with koni's. Marked improvement in handling; old shocks were worn, not defective. A good update. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 132000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Legacy in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | Occasional speaker buzz, inspected and fixed by dealer at no charge. |
| Mar | 2013 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | Under warrantee - replaced drivers seat left side seat bolster foam and seat back seat cover. | |
| Dec | 2011 | 102920 | 388 | Heat/AC air blower motor had a noise the increase in frequency with with each increase in motor speed selected. Replaced blower motor. Rear shocks replaced. These components looked OK and had no leaks but shock rebound damping was not enough to keep the rear controled on larger bumps. The aftermarket replacements created a smooth and controlled ride. Replace timing belt as car reached the 160,000 KM replacement interval. |
| Jun | 2012 | 110360 | 450 | Failing bearing noise in rear of car - Rear wheel bearing assembly replaced - problem resolved. |
| Mar | 2013 | 120900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Wagon
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Legacy in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 19000 | 0 | Rattle in dash near windshield. |
| Aug | 2012 | 35700 | 0 | Raw fuel smell coming from engine bay on cold startups. Technician was unable to replicate but tightened clamps on fuel rail hoses which did not fix the issue. |
| Mar | 2013 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 45000 | 0 | Routine brake replacement of pads and turning of rotors. Routine oil change. Routine alignment 4 wheel. |
| Mar | 2013 | 47000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Fabric in the rear driver side door had started to come out. Was repaired easily under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 78000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Legacy in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 85000 | 1800 | A stumble at idle processed to a check engine light, codes for failure of #4. A coil pack, an injector or a tight valve. After lengthy diagnosis (for which not charged), found to be a tight valve. All four lifters were replaced. Since timing belt exposed by repair work, also went ahead and replaced it and the pulleys. |
| Jun | 2011 | 107000 | 240 | R&R Battery electrical harness |
| Feb | 2012 | 121000 | 800 | R&R Intake manifold |
| Aug | 2012 | 130000 | 2200 | Replace A/C compressor and other components Replace power steering pump Replace Radiator |
| Jan | 2013 | 134000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 24180 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 39060 | 0 | Torn ball joint boots. |
| Oct | 2012 | 41100 | 640 | Worn sway bar bushings. As part of the maintenance sway bar and end links were upgrade to better than oem. |
| Mar | 2013 | 45260 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | Vehicle towed due to indication of overheat. No overheating occurred. Due to spurious microwave emissions affecting computer network. | |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Warranty work. Removal of glue from rear carpet. | |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | Warranty work. Replacement of front wheel bearings. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 35000 | 50 | Driver's door switch failed. Purchased new one from dealer and replaced in parking lot. |
| May | 2011 | 50000 | 700 | Replaced Right Front Bushings. |
| Mar | 2012 | 55000 | 800 | Took car in for tuneup/oil change. Dealer called to say that the CV boots were torn. Replaced axles. |
| Nov | 2012 | 57000 | 700 | Tumble generator valve was bad; intake manifold was replaced. Radiator cap did not hold pressure. Replaced. |
| Feb | 2013 | 58500 | 165 | Battery died |
| Apr | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Legacy in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 1600 | Clutch replacement. Something has been wrong with the clutch on this car all along. Oveheats easily and causes odor. Cheap clutch I think. | |
| Subaru Legacy in West Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 111000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 113000 | 345 | Exhaust up pipe cracked causing P0171 engine code, rough idle, and stalling. |
| Jun | 2012 | 114000 | 86 | Both front wheel bearings were replaced. |
| Nov | 2012 | 119000 | 150 | Had to replace both front calipers. Pistons were seized in caliper housing. |
| Dec | 2012 | 119000 | 792 | Throw out bearing failed requiring complete clutch jog. |
| Mar | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 465 | Replace alternator. | |
| May | 2010 | 0 | Took off driver's side mirror and repaired the LED turn signal light (reseated and cleaned contacts) | |
| Aug | 2010 | 20 | Replace and bleed brake fluid | |
| Dec | 2010 | 30 | Replace PCV valve system | |
| Jan | 2011 | 10 | Front brakes sticking on application; cleaned and regreased front pads and shims and regreased caliper slide pins. | |
| Sep | 2011 | 96000 | 300 | Replaced worn lower control arm bushings with aftermarket AVO parts. 4-wheel alignment. |
| Jan | 2012 | 99700 | 40 | Replaced broken drive belts (power steering, AC, alternator) |
| Mar | 2012 | 101000 | 60 | Replaced worn sway bar endlinks (front) because of noise. |
| Aug | 2012 | 106000 | 580 | Replaced lower ball joints due to noise, replaced tie rod ends due to noise. Replaced passenger side endlink due to noise and play in bushing. Replaced timing belt, water pump, all idlers and rollers, automatic timing belt tensioner. Replaced upper and lower radiator hoses. Replaced coolant. |
| Jan | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 33000 | 0 | rear brakes replaced, rotor resurfaced. front brakes lubed and cleaned |
| Jul | 2010 | 58000 | 500 | FRONT BRAKE REPLACED, PADS AND ROTORS |
| Feb | 2011 | 68000 | 100 | brief malfunction causing check engine light to go off, no problem |
| Jul | 2011 | 76000 | 300 | Replaced 1 malfunctioning brake caliper |
| Mar | 2012 | 85000 | 600 | rear brake replacement, regular usage |
| Nov | 2012 | 98700 | 100 | CV AXLE BOOT CLAMP |
| Mar | 2013 | 104000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 48000 | 0 | Faulty ECU - part ordered Replace ECU |
| Sep | 2008 | 52000 | 900 | New Clutch |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Legacy in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Squeaky clutch pedal could not be fixed by dealership. | |
| Jul | 2009 | 17940 | 0 | Vacuum line valve on brake booster broke, entire brake booster replaced under warranty. |
| Aug | 2009 | 19220 | 180 | Primary O2 failure. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Legacy in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 49000 | 900 | Clutch, flywheel, and throw out bearing were replaced. Throw out bearing had exploded. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Legacy in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | Dreaded dash rattle. |
| Jul | 2008 | 22000 | 0 | Not blowing cold air. System checked and was properly filled and normal working order. My son,s 2005 Legacy gt has colder air than mine. I was told this is normal |
| Sep | 2008 | 22400 | 0 | Open blocked ac drain tube |
| Jul | 2009 | 30000 | 0 | wear on drivers side left upper seat bolster |
| Sep | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Drivers seat back cover replace as it was worn through on the bolster |
| Mar | 2011 | 60000 | 140 | front o2 sensor failed |
| Dec | 2011 | 65000 | 100 | Worn drivers seat bolster worn through will take to an upholstery shop for repair |
| Mar | 2012 | 65000 | 120 | Replaced the front o2 sensor |
| Sep | 2012 | 70000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 55000 | 0 | Right side head gasket failure |
| Subaru Legacy in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Replaced cabin fan motor under warranty | |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | Replaced battery under warranty | |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Replaced rear bushings on both front suspension tabs, front sway-bar bushings. ECU program was also updated. All covered by warranty | |
| Sep | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Subaru Legacy 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Legacy in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 86000 | 300 | Failed accelerator sensor caused gas pedal to become unresponsive mid-drive. Replaced pedal assembly. |
| Mar | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Legacy in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 77000 | 2800 | Engine gasket failed. Coolant leaking into engine. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Legacy in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 105000 | 95 | Replaced lf wheel bearing |
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