2005 Subaru Legacy brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 32 complaints for the 2005 Subaru Legacy, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 32 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 130,000 miles 22 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 6 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 3 |
| 200k+ miles | 2 |
What the data shows
Of the 22 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 130,000 miles, and 23% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the brakes complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Own a 2005 subaru legacy. 32000 mi. And have had to have the rotors done 3 times. Subaru refuses to replace them, saying they are ok. Vehicle will be out of warranty in 4000 mi. The problem id poor quality to begin with.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. While driving 25 MPH, the antilock brakes failed. The consumer wanted the dealer to disconnect the ABS (anti-lock brake system) but stated that they were not allowed to perform that type of repair at the owner's request. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 34,000. Updated 02-14-08 updated 02/14/08
Other problems reported for the 2005 Subaru Legacy
- Engine 34 complaints
- Fuel system 27 complaints
- Electrical system 25 complaints
- Air bags 22 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 17 complaints
- Cruise control 15 complaints
- Lighting 15 complaints