2019 Subaru Legacy vs 2021 Subaru Legacy
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Subaru Legacy | 2021 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 123 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 413 | 440 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–29 | 27–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 6,700 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 49 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 5 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Battery drain | 18 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2019 Subaru Legacy
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.