2024 Subaru Legacy problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2024 Subaru Legacy get?

The 2024 Subaru Legacy has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

2024 Subaru Legacy at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints17

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined26–30 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2024 Subaru Legacy recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2024 Subaru Legacy.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2024 Subaru Legacy common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Forward Collision Avoidance

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

Electrical System

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

Visibility/wiper

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

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2024 Subaru Legacy safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2024 Subaru Legacy 4 DR AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Subaru Legacy MPG & running costs

Combined26–30 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway33 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,425

EPA size classMidsize Cars

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopYes

Passenger volume105 cu ft

Cargo volume15 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$125 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Subaru Legacy costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,125

Fuel only$12,125

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length

191.3 in

Width

72.4 in

Height

59.1 in

Wheelbase

108.3 in

Curb weight

3,541–3,788 lb

Front track

62.2 in

Rear track

63.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Subaru Legacy — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 237

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 237.

This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (M · Electrical System · Oct 2026

This announcement provides information on an enhancement of the TechShare CVT diagnostic assitance application.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (T · Power Train, Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.

Bulletin 13-109-26 · Sep 2026

"This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit"

Bulletin 18-244-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (C · Sep 2026

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 15-333-25R · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 15-304-22R · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (C · Power Train, Electrical System · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

Bulletin 16-158-26 · Power Train · Aug 2026

This service bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 02-196-26R · Engine · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LEGACY AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Subaru Legacy

The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size car built by Japanese automobile manufacturer Subaru from 1989 to 2025. The maker's flagship car, it is unique in its class for offering all-wheel drive as a standard feature, and Subaru's traditional boxer engine.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2024 Subaru Legacy vehicles on record

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAC60S3004936

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWGG63R3025741

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN61R3025253

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF62R3022408

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF63S3003095

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWGG65S3007120

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAB62R3028473

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF61S3014600

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN64R3024436

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN62R3026721

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF61R3027826

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF61R3022285

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF60R3024948

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN63R3027232

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF6XR3024147

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF62R3029200

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAB65S3006716

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAD69R3021548

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN62R3022989

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAB60S3011628

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWGP69R3028482

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAF68S3005344

2024 Subaru Legacy4S3BWAN65R3021948

Other Subaru Legacy model years

2024 Subaru Legacy — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Subaru Legacy have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2024 Subaru Legacy. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Subaru Legacy?

Across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance, electrical system, visibility/wiper.

What is the 2024 Subaru Legacy safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Subaru Legacy an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Subaru Legacy get?

The 2024 Subaru Legacy has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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