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2008 Subaru Legacy

Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Subaru Legacy. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. After that come brakes (16%) and electrical system (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
83 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 30% of complaints
Recalls
9
Fuel economy
20 to 22 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Subaru Legacy. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. After that come brakes (16%) and electrical system (11%).

  • Air bags 30%
  • Brakes 16%
  • Electrical system 11%
  • Cruise control 6%
  • Drivetrain & axles 5%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2008 Subaru Legacy

Recalls

The 2008 Subaru Legacy is affected by 9 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 9 recall campaigns for the 2008 Subaru Legacy

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2008 Subaru Legacy. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 27 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Legacy