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1996 Subaru Legacy

Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Subaru Legacy. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come electrical system (15%) and engine (14%).

At a glance

Complaints
161 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 16% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
20 to 25 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Subaru Legacy. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come electrical system (15%) and engine (14%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Subaru Legacy

Recalls

The 1996 Subaru Legacy is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 1996 Subaru Legacy

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 9 versions of the 1996 Subaru Legacy. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 30 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Legacy