1999 Subaru Legacy engine problems

Filed Dec 12, 2017 · Engine · 175,000 miles · IN

Leaking coolant and replaced radiator, thermostat and still leaking and started to overhead. Found out it was head baskets and did research on recalls for this year make and model. Found out on forums that there were multiple problems with both types of engines that year the single and dual overhead cam engines and all around the same mileage, but only the single overhead cam engine had the recall. I feel there should be a recall on the dual overhead cam engine as well.

Filed Dec 27, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 141,000 miles · OR

Started noticing a problem when coming down a long, steep hill with extensive shuddering when braking. When I got into town, there was a even more shuddering when coming to a stop at a red light. I had to pull on the parking brake to stop the car. When we started up again, it pulled very hard so we pulled over and when I put the car into neutral, the engine raced up above 4,000 RPM. I shut the engine off, but when it was started again, it raced again. I eased it safely home a short distance away with the uncontrolled acceleration problem continuing.

Filed Dec 30, 2008 · Engine · NY

I recently bought a used 1999 subaru legacy wagon. The previous owner told me there was an oil leak that resulted from the oil filter fracturing. This caused smoke to come from oil burning on the hot exhaust manifold. After owning the car for a few days, I had the oil changed and noticed that the vehicle still smokes around the exhaust manifold after driving it. I can also hear oil dripping from the filter onto the manifold. While online reviewing my car insurance, I noticed that this very problem is a recall defect. I followed instructions and called subaru about this. The representative named patricia said that there was no recalls for this vehicle and quickly ended the conversation. I know this is an issue with this vehicle and need this addressed. My wife and baby ride in this car. The recall # is -98v127000. Thank you.

Filed Mar 29, 2007 · Engine · OH

Car overheated randomly. Have replaced radiator, water pump, 3 thermostats, head gaskets, and had heads machined at shop. Still overheated and died frequently. Had it to mechanic multiple times. Each time they say it was fixed. Being towed back to repair shop today because it won't even start now.

Filed Nov 15, 2005 · Engine · MD

Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign id #98v127000 concerning the engine. This consumer experienced the same symptoms as indicated in the recall, but his vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. There have been no repairs to the vehicle.

Filed Mar 27, 2005 · Engine · 40,000 miles · MI

Car hesitates to accelerate until 2500 RPM, then jumps.

Filed Sep 24, 2003 · Body, Engine · 66,000 miles · TN

Complained several times to dealer that car had no power, poor gas mileage, hesitation upon starting out, motor fell apart at 66,000 miles on interstate. Car, although a new motor, continues to have no power, poor gas mileage, hesitation upon starting out. What's going to keep the motor from blowing up again, and maybe we be killed. O2 and pt sensors continues to blow. Sunroof will not open;advised a new one would be $975. Sunroof complaint at 13,680 miles.

Filed Jun 2, 2002 · Engine · CT

Engine check light came on. Dealer said I had a burned cylinder. This was at 108,000 miles. A second mechanic confirmed that misfiring in cylinder no. 4 was occurring and further stated that compression in all four cylinders was below specificiations. He further stated that the defect occurred during manufacturing and was not a result of anything I did or did not do to the car. Subaru of american contacted and offered $1,000 toward a new car, but said otherwise it was my problem because the car was out of warranty.

Filed Apr 22, 2002 · Engine · WV

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Filed Jun 18, 2001 · Engine · CA

Vehicle leaks oil, and the oil flaws all over engine. Dealership is aware of problem.