2017 Subaru Legacy problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Subaru Legacy. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Subaru Legacy get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Subaru Legacy at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Subaru Legacy worth?

Comparable 2017 Subaru Legacy listings run roughly $11,995–$20,495, typically around $16,620 (from 27 vehicles).

2017 Subaru Legacy at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints118

Combined26 mpg

Typical price$16,620

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Subaru Legacy recalls 2

Steering:column NHTSA Campaign #16V716000 · 06/10/2016

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTL-72.

Steering:column NHTSA Campaign #16V292000 · 11/05/2016

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com.…

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.

2017 Subaru Legacy common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Back Over Prevention

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Subaru Legacy MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,375

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Subaru Legacy worth?

Low

$11,995

Typical price

$16,620

High

$20,495

From 27 comparable 2017 Subaru Legacy listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Subaru Legacy costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,875

Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,200

Total$15,075

Per mile$0.20

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 ($16,620) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,438), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Subaru Legacy trims & engines on record

Trims

Premium + ES · Premium · Base · Limited + M/R + ES + NAVI · Limited + M/R · Sport+M/R+ES+NAVI · Base+Alloy Wheel Pack · Sport+M/R

Engines

2.5L 4-cyl 175 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 256 hp

2017 Subaru Legacy vehicles on record

2017 Subaru Legacy Limited + M/R4S3BNAK66H3024752

2017 Subaru Legacy Base4S3BNAA6XH3030023 2017 Subaru Legacy Sport+M/R4S3BNAR69H3016277

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S3BNAF63H3041034

2017 Subaru Legacy Sport+M/R+ES+NAVI4S3BNAS60H3043376

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S4BSAFC5H3261382 2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S3BNAF62H3013838 2017 Subaru Legacy Base+Alloy Wheel Pack4S3BNAB63H3042903 2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S3BNAF69H3047436

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC66H3065400

2017 Subaru Legacy Base4S3BNAA65H3041320 2017 Subaru Legacy Base4S3BNAA6XH3023086

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC6XH3046512 2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC63H3032192

2017 Subaru Legacy Limited + M/R4S3BNAK67H3067769 2017 Subaru Legacy Base+Alloy Wheel Pack4S3BNAB64H3050525 2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S3BNAF64H3007538

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC68H3035184

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC67H3058133

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium4S3BNAC60H3069233

2017 Subaru Legacy Premium + ES4S3BNAF6XH3044318

2017 Subaru Legacy Base4S3BNAA65H3040538 2017 Subaru Legacy Limited + M/R + ES + NAVI4S3BNAN67H3045797

2017 Subaru Legacy Limited + M/R + ES + NAVI4S3BNAN60H3067382

Other Subaru Legacy model years

2017 Subaru Legacy — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Subaru Legacy?

Based on 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Subaru Legacy get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Subaru Legacy at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2017 Subaru Legacy worth?

Comparable 2017 Subaru Legacy listings run roughly $11,995–$20,495, typically around $16,620 (from 27 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.