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Buying a used 2023 Subaru Legacy? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2023 Subaru Legacy has 2 recalls in this group, covering driveshaft bolts that may loosen and disconnect, plus switch failure affecting reverse lights and the camera. The driveshaft issue is the high-severity item and calls for a documented recall remedy. NHTSA lists 10 owner complaints, which are unverified reports, including 3 unknown or other, 2 forward collision avoidance, and 2 air bag complaints. There are also 2 reported crashes; these figures do not establish a connection to either recall.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Request the driveshaft bolt recall completion record.
- Verify switch recall completion; test reverse lights and camera.
- Ask about air bag warnings and collision-avoidance malfunctions.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Subaru dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Subaru Legacy
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Driveshaft Bolts May Loosen And Disconnect | Power Train | high |
| Subaru Outback, Forester switch failure disables reverse lights, camera | Power Train | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
10 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Assistance | 2 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 2 | None found |
| Visibility And Wipers | 2 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |