1999 Subaru Legacy
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Subaru Legacy is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 21 on record.
1999 Subaru Legacy at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1999 Subaru Legacy recalls 3
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, NEW HAMPSHIRE, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN, AND IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT …
Fix: DEALERS WILL NOTIFIY CUSTOMERS TO BRING THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE A SPRING GUARD INSTALLED ON BOTH FRONT STRUTS TO PREVENT TIRE PUNCTURE AND REPLACE ANY BROKEN SPRINGS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 18, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZ…
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). (THE 1999 2.2 LITER LEGACY VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED). IN EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER, THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE IS INCREASED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, ALSO SERVICE PARTS SUPPLIED TO SUBARU DEALERS ARE INVOLVED (LOT NUMBERS F01 J21D2, F01 J30D2, F02 J09D1, F02 J09D2, AND F02 J20D1). THE PUROLATOR OIL FILTER CANS USED ON THESE VEHICLES CAN FRACTURE CAUSING A VAPORIZED OIL SPRAY AND SUBSEQUENT OIL LEAK.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THESE ENGINE OIL FILTERS.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1999 Subaru Legacy common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 98 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1999 Subaru Legacy MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1999 Subaru Legacy worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1999 Subaru Legacy costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,388) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,150), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1999 Subaru Legacy trims & engines on record
1999 Subaru Legacy vehicles on record
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6851X7612104
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6853X7617790
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6858X7658092
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6850X7637480
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6850X7654943
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6852X7641577
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6855X7658275
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG685XX7631816
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6858X7626291
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG685XX7644551
1999 Subaru Legacy L4S3BK435XX7305959
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6857X6659563
1999 Subaru Legacy L4S3BD4357X7263065
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6858X7645973
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6857X7613886
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6854X7632895
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6850X6641776
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6858X7619826
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6856X6601413
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback4S3BG6857X7600362
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited4S3BD6852X7240376
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1999 Subaru Legacy — frequently asked questions
Does the 1999 Subaru Legacy have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1999 Subaru Legacy. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Subaru Legacy?
Based on 98 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, power train, gasoline.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Subaru Legacy get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Subaru Legacy at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 1999 Subaru Legacy worth?
Comparable 1999 Subaru Legacy listings run roughly $600–$2,300, typically around $1,388 (from 17 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.