This page covers 2 recalls, 31 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Subaru Legacy.
27–30 mpg combined
7.8–8.7 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2022 Subaru Legacy centers on visibility and windshield issues, which account for the largest share of owner reports by a wide margin. Owners frequently describe windshields cracking spontaneously, often during cold weather, with several reports pointing to vertical cracks appearing after the defroster or windshield heating elements are used. Sun visor coverage is a recurring secondary concern, with owners reporting the visors are too short to adequately block low sun angles. A smaller cluster of reports involves the automatic emergency braking system activating unexpectedly in normal traffic conditions, with some owners also describing the vehicle's driver assistance features toggling on and off without input while driving.
31
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
By System
The 2022 Subaru Legacy has two recalls, the more serious being a passenger seat sensor with a capacitor that can crack and short circuit, preventing the front passenger airbag from deploying in a crash.
The second recall involves the transmission's inhibitor switch, which can allow water inside if a weld fails. A waterlogged switch can stop the reverse lights from turning on and prevent the rearview camera from displaying an image when backing up, reducing visibility behind the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
A capacitor inside the front passenger seat's occupant detection sensor may crack and short circuit, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the occupant detection sensors on the front passenger seat at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A weak weld on the inhibitor switch allows water to enter and damage the switch, causing it to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
