2010 Subaru Legacy - Consumer Discussions

Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagons Maintenance & Repair

• why switch to Subaru?

  Written by: debrak1221 on Apr 23, 2013 4:53:32 AM

  I have been driving a 2000 nissan maxima for 10 years and really like it. Also have a pathfinder. We really like nissan but for my new (used) car, thinking about Subaru. I drove a 2010 and 2012 legacy and really liked it. Also considering an older (05,06) infiniti g35x. I want a car that handles well and it sporty looking and fun to drive. Fast would be a plus. Of ... Read More

Subaru Legacy/Outback "Check Engine" Light Problems

• Re: Gripes with '07 Legacy [mcharlie]

  Written by: winter2 on Feb 18, 2013 2:41:34 PM

  I purchased a 2013 Outback 2.5i Premium in October of 2012. I have a bit more than 4K miles on it and it is fine. This is my first car with a CVT and this CVT is different from the 2012 and earlier Outback CVT. I have driven both and the newer version is more responsive and has significantly less of a "rubber band" sensation than the older version when accelerating. ... Read More

• Re: Gripes with '07 Legacy [lifeson34]

  Written by: mcharlie on Feb 16, 2013 5:10:32 PM

  Perhaps you should have gone someplace that sells good steel bearings...Heh.....as for the CVT trans.....the CVT in my 2011 outback is quiet and oddly enough, efficient. Thought you had an Outback..the CVT trans was only available in the 1989-1994 Justy's, then Subaru discontinued the CVT box until the introduction of the Lineartronic CVT in the 2010 cars. Now..I *DO* take Subaru to task for their mileage quotes for the 2011 Outback/Legacy ... Read More

Subaru seats

• Re: Subaru seats [billd12]

  Written by: easypar on Oct 5, 2012 6:39:09 AM

  I can (almost) feel your actual pain. I'm 64 and when I got my 2010 Legacy the seat really hurt my lower back. To the point that we started making more frequent stops on road trips. As the car has over 60,000 miles now we have put a lot of road miles on it. I found a small ish lumbar support in a thrift store and tried it and it help ... Read More

2013 Subaru Outback

• Nav and Bluetooth questions

  Written by: frenchguy007 on Sep 21, 2012 3:30:30 PM

  Hi, I have a 2013 Legacy 3.6R with Nav. Every time I start the car I get the safety disclaimer on the Nav screen. It takes 4 seconds and then give me the option to agree or not. Is there a way to accept once and for all or is this something that comes on every time? On the Bluetooth, mine seems to do funky things. It shows connected on my ... Read More

• 3.6R with Nav

  Written by: frenchguy007 on Jul 21, 2012 5:33:03 AM

  Just ordered my Legacy 3.6R with Nav (trading in my 2010 3.6R without Nav). I am expecting it in about 4-5 weeks, the Canadian cars have not made it to the dealers just yet that's why the wait. I just love the handling and with the amount of driving I do this is the best deal available. Although I do like the improvements from the 12 to 13 model year, they ... Read More

2010 legacy A/C cooling problem

• Re: 2010 legacy A/C cooling problem [buffy12590]

  Written by: will94 on Jul 7, 2012 9:15:09 PM

  We purchased our 2012 Legacy 2.5i premium with moonroof and all weather package in January 2012. After much research we determined it would be a great fit for our family. As soon as it began to get warm outside however, we quickly realized there seemed to be a problem with A/C. Upon startup the vent air registers 40 degrees on max cool recirculate. After about 5 minutes of running the air ... Read More

2010-11 Legacy Shimmy Issue??

• 2010-11 Legacy Shimmy Issue??

  Written by: almatti on Apr 3, 2012 1:39:51 PM

  Interesting that I Have not seen the Shimmy issue posted here. I don't have this condition in my 2010 Legacy 2.5i Premium as a CPO in Feb 2011, but it is posted on another forum: LegacyGT.com. There apparently are hundreds of posts concerning a severe to moderate Shimmy vibrating from the front and/or rear end of 2010 - 11s. In fact, Subaru came out with TSB to address correcting the issue ... Read More

Subaru Legacy/Outback Transmission Problems

• Re: 2012 legacy 3.6r trans jerking [pa04]

  Written by: marvinlee1 on Feb 4, 2012 4:19:29 AM

  My 2010 Legacy with the 3.6R engine has had no transmission problems. The engine does vibrate through the steering wheel at idle, and this seems to be a Subaru characteristic. It is the first car of 20 or so I've owned that makes the steering wheel vibrate.

• Re: 3.6 transmission issue [poodog13]

  Written by: almatti on Jan 11, 2012 2:43:34 PM

  Notwithstanding this transmission jerking issue I read here, which appears to affect the 3.6R models (Outbacks - Legacy too?), to correct poodog13, it is not a V-6 engine, but rather a Flat 6 similar to the 2.5 4 cylinder engine (Boxer design which Porche uses as well). The Tranny in the 3.6 is a 5 speed Auto Tranny, the 2.5i uses the CVT {I have a 2010 Legacy 2.5i}. I look ... Read More

Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagons Maintenance & Repair

• Re: Subaru Legacy 2006 100K mile Tune-up [coll62333]

  Written by: csmilich on Dec 23, 2011 10:54:47 AM

  Trade it in before your engine light comes on and the dealer tells you it's a misfire thats causing it to run like crap. My 2006 Outback has been running bad for a month, at first the dealer said they could find nothing wrong with it. Than the engine light came back on and they said it's a misfire in a cylinder. It's got new plugs in it, so that makes ... Read More

Subaru Legacy/Outback

• Two recalls in 1 week on 2010 Legacy

  Written by: frenchguy007 on Dec 3, 2011 7:43:34 AM

  Well i just received a second recall notice on my Legacy. The first was for a wiper motor that can possibly overheat and cause a fire. Seems like it is related to winter driving and wipers that block and force the motor. The second recall is for 2011 model but i received a copy for my 2010(??). It is to do with a moonroof that may not be adhered properly. It ... Read More

Subaru Legacy/Outback Transmission Problems

• Re: Subaru Outback transmission problem [mpm94]

  Written by: almatti on Nov 16, 2011 10:56:52 AM

  It seems that this Lurching in the Tranny gear change is focused on 3.6R Auto Tranny, right? If you go the Legacygt.com forum which I frequently goto, I have not found a single complaint posted about this. I have a 2010 Legacy 2.5i with the CVT Tranny. No problems to date. The biggest problem posted on the forum is a "shimmy" Issue with 2010s, not sure if the 2011s have it. ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Subaru Legacy Premiun [trailrunz]

  Written by: skoman on Oct 8, 2011 7:21:52 PM

  Can you tell us more about the new steering wheel design. I have a 2010 and I am thinking of buying a 2011 or 2012. Thanks in advance....

• Re: 2011 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited, how much should I pay? [makarka]

  Written by: easypar on Sep 23, 2011 3:05:20 PM

  There's probably some, but not a lot more in that deal makarka. I bought a 2010 a couple of months after they came out and paid within a couple of hundred of where you are ($25,300 IIRC). I also had bluetooth/ipod (data center?) wheel well protectors (mudflaps) and PZEV, cargo nets and both wind deflectors. When I was negotiating I had the invoice and MSRP of the options I wanted and ... Read More

• Purchase Experience of 2010 Legacy 2.5i Prem.

  Written by: almatti on Sep 23, 2011 3:01:32 PM

  I purchased a 2010 Legacy Premium 2.5i, with AWP as a CPO in February 2011 for $19,500 with 7,400 miles on the clock, - got $12,000 for 08 Mazda 3 s with 35k miles Trade in , 2.9% Financing for 60 months , Road Side Assistance from Subaru, 6 year (from date in service ) or 100K Powertrain warranty and enjoy the Bumper to Bumper warranty until 36k miles (now at ... Read More

• Re: searching for used legacy limited [cptspalding]

  Written by: longislander1 on Mar 14, 2011 7:22:17 AM

  I would sell you my '08 (diamond gray metallic) if I didn't love it so much. I bought mine at North Coast in Glen Cove, NY. They will bargain hard, they don't seem to be able to keep much in stock (Subies very popular here on north shore of Long Island), but their service has been fabulous and very reasonably priced. You might try casting around at www.legacygt.com. The folks on ... Read More

• Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [ateixeira]

  Written by: longislander1 on Apr 26, 2011 11:36:53 AM

  If I had my druthers, I'd like to see the Kia's exterior, the Hyundai's interior and the Subaru's AWD and safety, all in a hybrid. That would be my ideal car. BTW, I like the new Legacy's interior design a lot and it's a real improvement over my '08. It's the exterior that leaves me flat, both on the Legacy and (especially) the Outback. I'm guessing Subaru thinks it needs the ... Read More

• Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [ateixeira]

  Written by: longislander1 on Apr 25, 2011 11:09:17 AM

  Your comments probably point out the fact that two different people can have different reactions to the same car. It doesn't mean either one is wrong. I haven't driven the Kia, but I certainly found the Hyundai comparable in handling to my '08 Legacy Limited and the '11 Legacy Premium that was my last dealer loaner. At the NY auto show last week, I had a chance to do a close ... Read More

• Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [longislander1]

  Written by: ateixeira on Apr 5, 2011 9:45:25 AM

  What was odd to me was that the Kia is supposed to be the sportier one. I can't imagine what the Sonata is like, then. To be fair, most cars in this class are boring, with few exceptions. The Legacy was not, though. Not to negate the positives about the Sonata, but the Optima also had poor rear visibility. A Subaru without AWD is like non-alcoholic beer. Hyundai's powertrain is great, ... Read More

• Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [ateixeira]

  Written by: longislander1 on Apr 5, 2011 6:57:41 AM

  I know the Optima has shared mechanicals with the Sonata, but I haven't driven the Kia. From what I've seen, the Optima interior certainly looks cheaper than the Sonata's. I have driven the 2011 Legacy and have had several drives in the Sonata, both base trim (several days in a rental) and Limited. I'm a Subaru loyalist, but frankly, if you don't need the all-wheel-drive, the Sonata is the better car. ... Read More

• Re: CPO 2010 Limited 4cyl [kyoshi]

  Written by: longislander1 on Apr 3, 2011 9:12:48 AM

  I don't mean to be critical, but since you asked, I think you would be overpaying for this car. You can probably buy the tint for less money from any local supplier and you can order the cargo tray at a discount off the factory price from many Subaru parts and accessory suppliers online. As for the spoiler, IMHO it doesn't belong on a 170-horsepower car. If you must have a ... Read More

2010 Outback - transmission vibration?

• Re: Outback vibration [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: almatti on Feb 15, 2011 9:58:16 AM

  Iam picking up a CPO - 2010 Legacy 2.5i Premium today. While doing some homework on the Subbi Legacy Owners forum, there are thousands of complaints about this Shimmy/Vibration at 60/70 mph. I experienced same on my test drive,lower than 60 feels fine, above 60 I felt the vibration - which feels like Wheel Balancing. Anyway, on the Forum, it was announced that a TSB issued by SOA on 2/3/11 addresses ... Read More

Going the extra mile with Subaru and Kinney Motors Rutland VT

• Re: Going the extra mile with Subaru and Kinney Motors Rutland VT [rs6er]

  Written by: dcm61 on Jan 25, 2011 9:20:20 AM

  Not to belittle Kinney (my dad bought several Subarus there), but the powertrain on your car was covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. If you had less than 60k, your car was covered under the warranty anyway. Not to belittle rs6er, but the original poster clearly wrote ... In August of 2009 I purchased a used 2005 Subaru Legacy ... The mileage was in in the low 80s ... In ... Read More

Subaru Crew Problems & Solutions

• Re: Looking at the 2011 Outback [phil2000]

  Written by: paisan on Jan 17, 2011 6:25:59 PM

  Nice. The Outback is real nice now! I am thinking of trading/selling my CTS-V for a 2010/11 Legacy 3.6R to compliment the STi. -mike Subaru Guru and Track Instructor

legacy in snow not so great

• Snow beasts

  Written by: atalaya505 on Jan 5, 2011 4:39:40 PM

  We get winter snow in the New Mexico mountains. There are days when you can't get near our house without AWD Over the last 18 years we have had five Subies and two Audi's. A few observations: 1. Historically, BOTH manufacturers delivered most of their cars with crap tires. I almost always ended up replacing the OEM tires with better summer or all season rubber. 2. We always have one car ... Read More

Get an ipod, an MP-3 a memory stick or what

• Get an ipod, an MP-3 a memory stick or what

  Written by: easypar on Dec 30, 2010 10:05:01 AM

  Mods, I realize this may not belong in the Subie category but couldn't find a specific place for it. Please relocate appropriately. So, I've got a 2010 Subaru Legacy that I bought the "media hub" option on. I like the hands free and am looking forward to using the media player but haven't jumped yet. Here's my dilemna; I don't put 50,000 miles a year on a car like I used ... Read More

2010 Outback steering wheel shaking and hesitation

• Re: 2010 Outback steering wheel shaking and hesitation issues? [xwesx]

  Written by: efti on Oct 28, 2010 8:46:42 AM

  Fortunately, I do not own a 2010/2011 Outback or Legacy, thanks to the various posts on Edmunds.com. As to the steering/shaking problem, I have been telling our local Subaru service manager that I believe the defect in these cars has been built in at the factory and that no solution, fix, etc., in the field is ever going to make it right. The real solution is to take each defective vehicle ... Read More

• Re: acura owner [drdk]

  Written by: clarkkent on Dec 23, 2010 12:23:00 PM

  I just wrote to Subaru about the SW Shaking problem. Here is an actual copy of their resonse. (as far as they are concerned, there in little or no problem with the SW shaking. Thank you for your recent e-mail to Subaru of America, Inc. We appreciate you taking the time to contact us. As a company, we carefully monitor warranty claims and quality survey comments to watch for any trends ... Read More

legacy in snow not so great

• legacy in snow not so great

  Written by: jtny1 on Dec 12, 2010 8:13:23 AM

  OK so I have owned a foe subarus. I won't say my 2010 legacy is bad in the snow but I would say it is not as good as my old subarus. Very disappointing. It slides more, anti lock breaks kick in more and traction is not as good. I talked with subaru and they say new tires would help. Bottom line I never had to replace tires on a subaru ... Read More

2010 Outback steering wheel shaking and hesitation

• Re: Steering Wheel Vibration? [priggly]

  Written by: joenova on Oct 21, 2010 7:05:05 PM

  I bought My 2010 legacy about 11 months ago, it has 30,000km on it now. I have a huge proble with shaking, the whole car shakes when I drive over 100kph. the passanger front seat shakes like crazy. I really hate driving this car. Its been 2 months since I brought this issue to the dealer and they have put a suspension package on it and that didn't work so they ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Wondering about future plans for the Legacy

  Written by: lasubeguy on Oct 19, 2010 4:35:57 PM

  Does anyone out there know if: a) it would ever be feasible for Subaru to put a CVT transmission on a 6 cylinder Legacy? and 2) has there been any further talk at Subaru about putting an auto tranny back on the Legacy GT with the turbo engine? I currently drive a 2010 Legacy LTD with CVT and while I'm mostly very happy with it overall, I keep wondering about the ... Read More

• Re: 4 month review Legacy 3.6R from Canada [rschleicher]

  Written by: frenchguy007 on Oct 16, 2010 4:30:38 AM

  My bluetooth has the center console activation buttons in the middle with a speaker on one side and microphone on the other. I believe that with the Nav system you get the bluetooth through the H-K audio system speakers and you also get a button on the steering wheel to accept and end calls (the non nav cars only have the center console button to accept and end calls). What gets ... Read More

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Oct 14, 2010 8:58:51 AM

  A reporter is interested in talking with owners of the Subaru Legacy who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to pr@edmunds.com no later than Saturday, November 20, 2010 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. Thanks for your consideration, Jeannine Fallon Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.

Subaru Crew Problems & Solutions

• Re: Clutch hydraulics [ueyn]

  Written by: tonys2000 on Sep 26, 2010 5:49:26 PM

  This is NOT an unknown problem. There is a Subaru Technical Bulletin #03-52-03R That refers to this. Our 2001 Legacy Outback has had this problem intermittently for years. The pedal first stuck to the floor up at Tahoe, just like Ueyn described. It also gets worse at sea level when it is hot. Hydraulic clutches are nothing new but Subaru is the worst I' ve experienced. We had the clutch replaced ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• Subaru lease

  Written by: sarat719 on Sep 12, 2010 4:46:33 PM

  Interested in leasing a 2010 or 2011 legacy base model automatic. Msrp is about 22000 sale price is 20000. Credit is high 500s but co signer credit is in 800s. Is this even possible? Looking at 36 months and 12000 miles per year. Can you tell me what a good deal would be? I am in the colorado springs area. Saw an advertisement for same model 179 per month and 1000 ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Folding mirror kits available for 2010 Legacy / Outback - $199.95

  Written by: dcm61 on Sep 1, 2010 6:12:29 AM

  From cars101.com 8/31- Fold-In outside mirrors are now available for the 2010 Outback and Legacy The non-breakaway power outside mirrors on all 2010 Outback and Legacy were a source of concern for many people. This was fixed on 2011s, and now these fold-in mirrors are available as replacement for the 2010s, in all the colors so no painting is required. Mirrors kits (including left and right side) are MSRP $199.95 from ... Read More

2010 Outback steering wheel shaking and hesitation

• Re: TSB on 2010 Legacy/Outback Steering Shudder [efti]

  Written by: thor14 on Aug 29, 2010 2:54:38 PM

  I continue to be confused by this whole steering shudder as well. I did test drive one the other day, and I briefly got it up to 65 mph and I did notice a vibration in the steering wheel. It wasn't bad, but enough to notice, especially if your keen to it. If thats all it is, I do not think such a vibration would keep me from purchasing the vehicle, ... Read More

• TSB on 2010 Legacy/Outback Steering Shudder

  Written by: efti on Aug 29, 2010 2:18:13 PM

  I have been following this issue closely because I am interested in purchasing a new Subaru Legacy or Outback. However, it is not clear to me how well the "fix" prescribed in the TSBs work and I am wondering if there is any one out there who has had their car modified in accordance with the bulletins and can report on the result. For example, has the problem been fully corrected, ... Read More

2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [cmildon]

  Written by: ateixeira on Aug 27, 2010 11:59:18 AM

  Bummer, no doubt, but I'm sure they'll figure it out and take care of it. They've stepped up to the plate and fixed much bigger issues than that, and usually when they do they extend the warranty on affected parts. Hang in there and in a while this will just be a speed bump in a good ownership experience.

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [legacy2010]

  Written by: cmildon on Aug 27, 2010 7:07:04 AM

  I purchased a new 2010 Subaru Outback with a manual transmission in July 2010. On my test drive, the rpms dipped a little at one stop but it didn't stall and didn't seem to indicate a problem. After I purchased it, the first stoplight I came to after driving out of the dealership, it stalled. I drove it around the block (during which time it stalled two more times) and took ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2010 subaru legacy 2.5i premium 21,000+TTL

  Written by: edong1 on Aug 26, 2010 7:44:34 PM

  2010 subaru legacy 2.5i premium MSRP 23739 Invoice 22514 Quote 21,000+TTL Is this price good?

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Re: Creaky Cabin [xwesx]

  Written by: lasubeguy on Aug 21, 2010 3:31:02 PM

  Thanks for the input, xwesx. This 2010 is my 5th Subaru (and my 4th Legacy) and the first one with this amount of creaking or irritating interior noises. I had a 2006 Legacy and the frame/springs of the driver's seat (also leather) squeaked from the first day I had it until I traded it in! Again, minor annoyance, but annoyance still the same. They never were able to fix it.

• Creaky Cabin

  Written by: lasubeguy on Aug 18, 2010 7:34:19 PM

  My 2010 Legacy Limited is now almost 9 months old and has 5350 miles on it. It is a city car, and despite its Subaru lineage, has never seen off road conditions. As you can see by my mileage numbers, it is not driven hard. So all that said, the cabin of the car is full of little creaks. I notice it when the radio is off, and the a/c is ... Read More

2010 legacy A/C cooling problem

• Improved the cooling on my 2010 Legacy

  Written by: buffy12590 on Aug 14, 2010 10:04:25 PM

  After much discussion with Subaru and resolve that the A/C will never be better as far as Subaru is concerned I went about my own fix. I found that the cooling lines are not insulated at all and in fact run close to the engine which makes them prone to loose their efficiency. I wrapped the line with pipe insulation, I used the stiff foam type as to the soft foam ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• Re: Legacy 3.6R Limited [radude]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 12, 2010 4:05:21 AM

  Here you go radude. Chase's current lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited with 10,000 miles per year are .00120 and 56%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2011 model are .00200 and 63%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 Legacy 2.5GT Limited [odysseynh]

  Written by: skoman on Aug 7, 2010 8:26:51 PM

  I agree with your comments on the quality of materials inside the car. I posted my purchase on post 808 here and there are several little issues I have. The passenger door sounds hollow when I close it, like they forgot some insulation or something and the rearview mirror was much too low as it totally created a blind spot in my front field of vision. I had this fixed at ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Legacy 2.5GT Limited [cfkid]

  Written by: odysseynh on Aug 7, 2010 6:39:42 PM

  I just got home from buying a 2010 Graphite Gray Legacy 2.5GT w/ moonroof, spoiler, XM and all-weather mats and I was out the door for $26,350 including all fees/taxes/doc, etc. I am thinking of having them add the auto-dimming rear-view mirror with homelink and the fog lamps. I live in NH and bought the car at Exeter Subaru in Stratham. Pretty easy to deal with. This was the advertised price ... Read More

2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [dmjoachi]

  Written by: ateixeira on Aug 2, 2010 1:57:14 PM

  Yep, being discussed in other threads, stop sale and recall of a little under 1000 cars.

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [saedave]

  Written by: dmjoachi on Aug 1, 2010 1:57:07 PM

  Thought there was a recall on it. There were some holes that need drilling if I remember reading it somewhere, Also, they have to change the gears for 2nd and 3rd when they do so. Check Autoblog.com. Thought I read it there a few days ago.

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [custom_coupe]

  Written by: saedave on Aug 1, 2010 11:24:14 AM

  To me that does not make any sense seeing as how it only seems to be effecting people with a stick shift. the automatic uses the same exact engine But in the age of emission controls there are differences such as in many standard trans cars that delay throttle closing between shifts to minimize emissions. Emission certification is for a particular engine/drivertrain combination.

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Radar emissions inside 2010 Legacy GT

  Written by: nmdriver on Jul 30, 2010 3:31:33 PM

  2010 Legacy GT Premium with Nav. No satellite. When the weather is cool this particular car bathes the interior with RF radiation in the X and Ka band radar frequencies. The emissions are coming from just to the left of the speaker grill on the top of the dash. It is like driving in a microwave oven. The problem happens when the dash is cool, so it is a permanent condition ... Read More

• Re: steering vibration information appreciated [birdboy]

  Written by: rschleicher on Jul 27, 2010 9:35:59 AM

  There is extensive discussion of this issue at www.subaruoutback.org, in the section for 2010-2011 Outbacks. There is also a brief thread devoted to it here in the Carspace forums. It also seems to affect Legacy's also. I don't want to belabor the issue here, when there is so much other discussion elsewhere, but a few things to mention: - for some reason, it only seems to affect some cars, although the ... Read More

• Re: 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy [frenchguy007]

  Written by: ateixeira on Jun 24, 2010 9:56:41 AM

  Everyone calls themselves premium. Heck, Suzuki pitches the Kizashi as a luxury performance sedan. Seriously. It doesn't even offer a V6 or a turbo. Subaru's true upscale march came in 2005-2006 and failed miserably (look at Tribeca sales). Everyone balked at the prices. Sales really took off in 2009 when the Forester arrived with value pricing (and a little de-contenting to be honest).

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Looking at Legacys 2.5i Premium

  Written by: pam4water on Jul 25, 2010 11:13:18 AM

  I'm looking in the Pittsburgh area at buying a 2010 or 2011 Legacy -- the closest I can get to the base model -- with an automatic transmission. The 2010 Legacys seemed to have disappeared. I got a price of $20,848 (+ tax & plates) or ($22,329 out the door with 6% tax $1,251). That was forthe darker blue 2010 Legacy 2.5i Premium could not make up my mind and now ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy

  Written by: frenchguy007 on Jun 23, 2010 1:21:28 PM

  Just put my first 1,000km (Canadian car) on my Subie. First impressions are; Pros. great drive and great style, very comfortable seats and car looks more upscale than many in its class. Cons. Bluetooth through one speaker in the middle console looks and sounds cheap. I have what is almost a top of the line model and have found out that my satellite antenna is not on the roof as per ... Read More

• Stop-sale, recall on '10-'11 Legacys and Outbacks with manual trannys

  Written by: rsholland on Jul 24, 2010 8:17:53 AM

  http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/24/report-subaru-issues-recall-stop-sale-on-2010- -11-outback-and-l/ 809 cars involved. So only 809 manual-equipped new-gen Legacys and Outbacks have been sold? Amazing (and depressing). Bob

2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [legacy2010]

  Written by: custom_coupe on Jul 22, 2010 11:32:54 AM

  Yes our legacy is a stick with the 2.5. we are located in central massachusetts. I am going to contact subaru today and then I am heading back to the dealership. I have been doing some research on this issue and alot of people are under the impression that it has something to do with the valve lash. To me that does not make any sense seeing as how it only ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [custom_coupe]

  Written by: xwesx on Jul 19, 2010 12:45:23 PM

  That's interesting. I have noticed a similar loss of power on my '10 Forester (manual transmission) when the air conditioning is on. It doesn't feel like it is going to stall, but I do notice significant, intermittent loss of power when attempting to accelerate. Thankfully, I rarely use A/C and it works perfectly all other times.

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [custom_coupe]

  Written by: legacy2010 on Jul 18, 2010 4:09:51 PM

  From what I have been told it has nothing to do with the AC at all. May I ask if you have a manual transmission? From what I am to understand it is a problem w manuals only. Also Subaru of America IS aware of the problem, do not let them tell you otherwise! My car has been at the dealership for over a week and Subaru of America will only ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [legacy2010]

  Written by: custom_coupe on Jul 18, 2010 2:56:32 PM

  We are having the exact same problem with our 2010 legacy. It only seems to happen before the vehicle warms up in the morning or after the car has been sitting all day at work. Also it only happens while the air conditioning is on. The other issue we have is if you are coming to a stop and hold the clutch in the r.p.m.s drop below 500 and the car ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [legacy2010]

  Written by: wbb115psu on Jul 16, 2010 6:43:53 AM

  No problem... I've been looking for others with this issue for a couple of weeks. I am in Pennsylvania, and had been dealing with Subaru of America, who was working on my case. I got a little frustrated and the dealer shared my frustration, so the boss over there called his contact at SoA and helped me get it squared away. Good luck!

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [wbb115psu]

  Written by: legacy2010 on Jul 16, 2010 6:35:40 AM

  Wow. Thanks for sharing this info w me. Can I ask what state you are in and did you deal w Subaru of America. Thank you!

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power [legacy2010]

  Written by: wbb115psu on Jul 16, 2010 5:05:44 AM

  I am experiencing the exact same thing... The car has been in the shop since 3 days after I bought it. The vehicle would sometimes stall at idle and when shifting gears. I've been working with Subaru of America and the dealer to get this resolved. Right now they are working on a software fix, but it is not ready yet. Yesterday, I stopped into the dealer again to complain, and ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Re: Steering Wheel vibration fix scheduled [birdboy]

  Written by: etan797733 on Jul 15, 2010 2:47:55 PM

  Does SOA designate the specific dealership that you have to go to or you can just go to any other dealership to have the problem fixed? So far, my 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium does not have the steering wheel vibration problem yet. The problem is with the jolting and clunking when shifting from Park to Reverse, which is very very rare even for any old old cars. Don't know if ... Read More

• Re: Forester 2.5X Premium or Outback 2.5i Premium? [xwesx]

  Written by: saedave on Jun 7, 2010 12:39:02 PM

  That said, the lightness of steering is the one thing about my 2010 Forester that I do not love, but I do tolerate it. It stands in stark contrast to previous Subaru vehicles, which always had very well-balanced steering. Wes If you were my age, you'd appreciate the lighter touch. :) The return-to-center action when releasing the wheel is nice in city driving; neither my Legacy or 2005 Outback 3.0R had ... Read More

• Recalls for 2010 Legacy/Outback

  Written by: etan797733 on Jul 15, 2010 11:38:00 AM

  Recall ID # 10V283000 - STEERING:COLUMN - Get Details Recall Date: JUN 24, 2010 Component: STEERING:COLUMN Model Affected: LEGACY Potential Units Affected: 73698 Recall Date:JUN 24, 2010 Model Affected:2010 SUBARU LEGACY Summary:SUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 OUTBACK AND LEGACY PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2009 THROUGH APRIL 12, 2010. THE WIRING IN THE STEERING COLUMN ELECTRICAL ROLL CONNECTOR LOCATED BEHIND THE VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL MAY DEVELOP STRESS CRACKS ... Read More

2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power

• 2010 Subaru Legacy Manual Transmission/Loss of Power

  Written by: legacy2010 on Jul 13, 2010 2:42:27 PM

  I have a new 2010 Subaru Legacy Premium Edition purchased in January. I have suddenly experience a major safetly issue with the car. It seems to occur when I am downshifting from 3rd to 2nd (usually as I am turning a corner, but has happened driving straight) the car suddenly shuts off and I lose all control. Sometimes I can restart as I am driving other times I have to come ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium AT/CVT shifting problem and engine noise [xwesx]

  Written by: etan797733 on Jul 13, 2010 12:31:28 PM

  Thanks for the valuable advise. Will have it checked ASAP.

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium AT/CVT shifting problem and engine noise [etan797733]

  Written by: xwesx on Jul 13, 2010 10:05:44 AM

  Yours is the first I have seen of it, yet I strongly suspect you should have it looked at ASAP. It is entirely possible that something was just not assembled properly and you truly have a manufacturing defect, which is the whole point of the warranty. It is disappointing that you are experiencing the problem, but great that it manifested itself so early on so that you can have it addressed ... Read More

• 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium AT/CVT shifting problem and engine noise

  Written by: etan797733 on Jul 9, 2010 9:12:08 PM

  Sorry, first time posting, thought I lost the previous message #1126 thus reposting this message. Bought brand new from dealer March 19, 2010, mileage todate: 1,700 miles. From the very beginning already noticed that when backing up and shifting from Park to Reverse, there will be a rather big jolt accompanied by a big clunking noise. This problem is more pronounced on an incline surface. When shifting to Neutral and to ... Read More

• 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium AT/CVT Shifting problem

  Written by: etan797733 on Jul 9, 2010 8:40:16 PM

  Bought brand new from the dealer on March 19, 2010, mileage todate: 1,700 miles. From the start already noticed that when backing up and shifting from Park to Reverse, majority of the time there will be a rather big jolt accompanied with a clunking/thudding noise. The problem is more pronounced on an incline surface. When shifting to Neutral and to Drive, there will be a little clicking noises. Never had this ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Just got 2010 Legacy

  Written by: mikel12 on Jul 9, 2010 2:13:10 PM

  Just FYI, hope this info helps anyone. We've been going to ALL subaru dealers around here. The lowest we were able to get on 2010 Legacy premium with weather pkg and moonroof (CVT) was 22380. I am not sure what the invoice is (~24980) because they ALWAYS showed me invoices that were above our negotiating prices and said they were losing money. Anyway, I think the best way to purchase a ... Read More

• 2010 Legacy 2.5GT Limited

  Written by: cfkid on Jul 3, 2010 5:10:53 PM

  Hello everyone. I'm in the market for a 2010 Legacy 2.5GT Limited with Moonroof and Nav. I'm a VIP member, so I can get the car at invoice price, which is about 2500 under sticker. I have a few questions, however. Can I do better than that on a 2010? Second, I have heard that there is a Volume Incentive on the GT's. So, if the dealership sells one, they get ... Read More

2010 legacy A/C cooling problem

• Re: 2010 legacy A/C cooling problem [buffy12590]

  Written by: watermargi on Jun 28, 2010 11:07:36 AM

  Yes, I have a 2010 Outback , 4 cyl. , with the very same problem, unbale to get the car cool. The only way to actually cool the car down is to use the recirc. button and set the knob for highest cooling. The normal setting and any other setting simply does not work at all. Otherwise it simply does not get cool at all inside the car even when outside ... Read More

• 2010 legacy A/C cooling problem

  Written by: buffy12590 on Jun 26, 2010 1:23:26 PM

  New 2010 Legacy that the A/C fails to cool the car. The A/C is set to max cool, fan fast. After setting in the sun for a few hours, the inside temp is 120 degrees, the output from the vent at best is about 60 degrees. After running for 40 minutes it brought the cabin temp down to about 90 degrees. The cabin filter is new, the freon/coolant is correct with ... Read More

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Re: 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy [saedave]

  Written by: priggly on Jun 26, 2010 9:00:19 AM

  The 2.5 engine uses an open deck block design which is why it is prone to head gasket failures. I believe that Subaru actually re-designed the head gasket yet again for 2010 to try to deal with the head gasket failures. I encountered this on my 1997 Outback which had a failed head gasket at 140,000 miles and required a new engine. The XT uses a semi-closed deck block and so ... Read More

• Re: 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy [frenchguy007]

  Written by: priggly on Jun 26, 2010 8:47:40 AM

  I'm glad you are enjoying your car. Have you noticed any shakes in the steering wheel of which many have complained and for which there is supposed to be a TSB issued by Subaru in mid-July? The cheap glued-on satellite radio antenna has been fixed for the 2011 model. It has been moved to the rear portion of the roof where it should have been all along. Also, the 2011 has ... Read More

• Re: 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy [ateixeira]

  Written by: saedave on Jun 25, 2010 12:48:46 PM

  Remember those supposedly hail-damaged Tribecas that sold for $27k new? Rumor has it they were hardly damaged at all, but SoA wanted to unload a bunch for cheap without an adverse affect on resale. I should have nabbed one. That is how I bought a 1993 Passat VR6 wagon for a minimum price: The hail damage was only barely visible when I sighted across the roof at exactly the right angle. ... Read More

• Re: 3.6R Limited 2010 Legacy [ateixeira]

  Written by: saedave on Jun 24, 2010 12:32:54 PM

  Subaru's true upscale march came in 2005-2006 and failed miserably (look at Tribeca sales). Everyone balked at the prices. But some of us benefitted from the great discounts like the $5000 off of a 3.0R VDC that I got at that time. The up-market push brought me back from Audi/VW since I didn't have to sit on recycled burlap like in my 97 Legacy any more. :D And take a look ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• Legacy 2.5GT Limited - June MF & Residual

  Written by: my_lgt on Jun 20, 2010 5:42:51 PM

  Hi- Can you provide me with the June money factor and residual for a 2010 and 2011 Legacy 2.5GT Limited - 36 months, 15,000 miles. I'm in New England (sometimes told by salespeople that dealing with Subaru of New England has different variables than with SOA). Thank You-

• Re: June Legacy MF & Residual [jlmars]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 16, 2010 3:13:31 AM

  Hello jlmars. Here's the information that you're looking for. Subaru's current lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Legacy Premium with a manual transmission and 10,000 miles per year are .00110 and 59%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [rschleicher]

  Written by: gizzer777 on Jun 6, 2010 2:34:43 AM

  The windshield w/ rain sensor was in my 2004 Mini Cooper S. It was over $1100 including the glass shop, then the extra markup the Mini dealer put on the glass shop's labor I think, aside from the name brand, the price was affected by WHERE the car lived! Up until a few months ago, the closest Mini dealer to Reno (my home) was a few hundred miles away in Sacramento ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [rschleicher]

  Written by: gizzer777 on Jun 4, 2010 2:26:53 PM

  A bit off topic along with with a mini rant!!! I have the 2008 OB with the heater element on the windshield, and as I mentioned in an earlier post, had a 2005 Mini Cooper that had a the oem rain sensor attached to their windshields. (and guess what...the ECU knew about the rain thing!) Now we have extra significant money and added code for the ECU for them.....Just more to ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [gizzer777]

  Written by: rschleicher on Jun 4, 2010 10:47:11 AM

  I have a fairly long highway commute, and have needed to have 5 windshields replaced over the past 10-12 years (since I started having the long commute), with 4 different cars. The most recent being my 2010 OB. My insurance (State Farm) covers full replacement, with no deductible, sufficient to pay for aftermarket glass (for a crack or chip that is larger than a quarter - they want to repair it ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [robr2]

  Written by: gizzer777 on Jun 3, 2010 9:19:31 PM

  YEP...I am insured with The Hartford. They USUALLY cover the stone thru windshield event (crack....they will try to have it "patched" and filled using the epoxy filler method(good for small chips) .......don't go for it with a crack!! Besides, it sounds like you have a pretty good sized crack that is spreading! if your Ins. does cover it in the Comprehensive section of the policy, and should they try the filler ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [bjoseph1]

  Written by: robr2 on Jun 3, 2010 8:16:35 AM

  Windshields are typically covered under the comprehensive section of your policy. I know in MA, one can get a $0 deductible on glass so check your policy. The OEM is probably etched on the glass. I've had go luck with Safelite replacements for my Honda - they were the Honda OEM at the time. The only difference was that the Honda label wasn't on the windshield. As for the dealer - ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield [bjoseph1]

  Written by: gizzer777 on Jun 3, 2010 3:55:30 AM

  There are lots of Chinese made windshields for about half of retail (oem) on most cars . The FIT is extremely important, (flexing) and there are companies that actually have the oem glass or can get it (there it is a company here in Reno called Triumph auto glass. They make it a point to get the proper glass IF ASKED...otherwise it's the imported stuff!!! A poorly made or poorly constructed ... Read More

• 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Cracked Windshield

  Written by: bjoseph1 on Jun 2, 2010 6:35:10 PM

  Less than 2,000 miles on the vehicle and a stone happened to crack the bottom part of the windshield towards the driver side. When I came home from work that day, it had already spread from the along the bottom part of the windshield. When I called the dealership, they quoted me between $530-560 for the new windshield/installation. My deductible on my car insurance is $500 so this is almost a ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• Re: May 2010 Values [james_river]

  Written by: Car_man on May 25, 2010 2:55:07 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, james_river. Subaru's May lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Legacy Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00070 and 58%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

To buy a 2010 or not?

• Re: To buy a 2010 or not? [doodlru]

  Written by: rsholland on May 23, 2010 8:21:49 PM

  I think you'll be okay. Subaru did just announce a recall on CVT-equipped models, however. Apparently there was a problem with the CVT cooling hose cracking on some models. See link: http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/12/subaru-recalling-nearly-30-000-outback-legacy- -models-over-cvt-c/ The tow rating matches previous Outbacks. The only thing I don't like is the non-folding outside mirrors. Apparently enough people complained because the soon-to-be-released 2011 models will have folding mirrors once again. Bob

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Another Award

  Written by: ateixeira on May 6, 2010 9:21:39 AM

  I didn't know there was a magazine called Family, nor that they tested cars. :D Any how, it never hurts to win more awards. Best Family Cars of 2010: Subaru Legacy. http://www.parents.com/parenting/money/car-buying/best-family-cars-2010/?page=4

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• May 2010 Values

  Written by: james_river on May 5, 2010 3:56:21 PM

  Hello, Can you please provide the May MF & Residuals for the following: 36 months - 12k miles for: Subaru Legacy Premium Thanks

• Re: 2010 Legacy 2.5i Limited April rates [foxdad67]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 26, 2010 2:51:02 AM

  Hey foxdad67. Chase's 15,000 mile per year residual values for Subarus are 1% lower than its 12,000 mile per year residuals. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Legacy GT April Rates [krothman]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 26, 2010 2:49:59 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, krothman. Subaru's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Legacy GT Limited with 12,000 miles per year are .00120 and 51%, respectively. The residual value for a lease with only 10,000 miles per year would be 1% higher. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: April Rates - Legacy 2.5 GT Limited [njaudi1]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 26, 2010 2:48:03 AM

  Here you go, njaudi1. Subaru's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Legacy 2.5 GT Limited with 12,000 miles per year are .00120 and 51%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

All-New 2010 Legacy/Outback

• Rear sway bar upgrade for 2010 Outback/Legacy

  Written by: 204meca on Apr 19, 2010 12:15:56 PM

  If you have been considering taming your 2010's body roll, there an excellent deal via a group buy over on subaruoutback.org. Deal ends April 23. There are many posts on the subject starting here: http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24159&perpage=20&- pagenumber=3 You can contact RalliTeck directly: If anyone is having problems placing the order via the site you can email or call me directly and I will place the order personally. If you email me, I ... Read More

Subaru Legacy Lease Questions

• Re: April Rates [gperr]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 7, 2010 3:45:57 AM

  Hey gperr. Here you go. Subaru's April lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Legacy 2.5i Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00090 and 59%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2010 Legacy 2.5i Limited are .00120 and 56%. The numbers for a 36 / 12 lease on a base Legacy 3.6R are .00120 and 57%. Car_man Host Prices ... Read More