Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. While the vehicle was undergoing a state inspection, the contact was informed that the rear suspension showed severe rust. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired twice per the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v153000 (suspension) by patriot subaru of saco (located at 769 portland rd, saco, me 04072, (207) 284-7900). The contact was informed that there were two sub sections underneath the vehicle that needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 182,159. *bf consumer states that the recalls that were performed were not done properly which caused the failure. There was not enough undercoating on the bottom of the vehicle.
The worst 2000 Subaru Legacy problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine17
- Tires17
- Transmission14
- Suspension13
- Acceleration10
- Body8
- Brakes7
- Electrical6
- Fuel system5
- Airbags3
- Seat belts3
- Steering3
- Visibility3
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Subaru Legacy
Tire blowout 10Transmission failure 6Check engine light 5Fuel smell 5
Recalls 3
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- This recall applies to certain passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Certain rear suspension subframe components were produced with poor paint quality which, after continued exposure to corrosive road salts for a period of several years, could result in rust-out of the component and possible breakage of the subframe.
- Risk
- If such breakage occurs while the vehicle is being operated, control of the vehicle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will clean and rust-proof the rear suspension subframe. Owner notification began july 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1‑800‑782‑2783.
Recall number 03V153000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The left-side steering knuckle arm was incorrectly assembled.
- Risk
- This condition could result in a loss of steering control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the torque on the left side tie-rod end castle nut and install a new cotter pin.
Recall number 00V091000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: center support bearing
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sedan l model passenger vehicles. Anti-rust coating was incorrectly applied to the transverse link mounting surface of the vehicle body. Over time the coating shrinks, causing a torque decrease of the bolt that secures the transverse link bracket to the vehicle body.
- Risk
- This can result in loosening of the bracket and subsequent separation of the transverse link from the vehicle frame.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if necessary, remove the anti-rust coating under the mounting location of the left transverve link mounting bracket bolt and retorque the mounting bolt to the required torque.
Recall number 99V249000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Subaru Legacy 93
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update...
- This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the federal safety agency which impacts the way...
- This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles...
- The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle...
- This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing...
- This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
- This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to...
2000 Subaru Legacy fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 19 | 25 | 21 |
What 2000 Subaru Legacy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. While driving various speeds in below freezing temperature, the contact detected an odor of fuel coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.
Strong fuel smell when starting in cold weather.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v323000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a continental extreme contact tire, size: 205/55r16. The contact stated that the driver of the vehicle was traveling approximately 50 MPH when the front passenger's side tire sustained a blow out. The contact also discovered a blister on the sidewall of the rear passenger's side tire. The manufacturer was not contacted in reference to the defect. The failure mileage of the tire was 155. The vehicle failure mileage was 135,904.
Car slid on black ice off the road, down a very steep embankment, into the side of a building, and totaled the front end of the car. The air bags did not deploy.
Driving to work car running for approximately 20 min. The window control switch inside the driver side door smoked and quickly caught fire. I immediately slowed down and pulled over to the right shoulder and turned off the card. I opened the door and stepped out. Within a few seconds the panel on the car door also caught fire and starting melting. I had beach towel in the back of the car, and tried to smother the fire with the towel, but quickly decided the fire was too large, growing too quickly and was actually inside the door. I gave up on the towel, and in last ditch effort to the save the car I grabbed, and tore off the plastic door panel and threw it to ground. Some of the melted plastic from the door panel did get on my hands, and I received several burns to my fingers that required medical attention. I was then able to extinguish the remaining fire. The car is currently at a body shop for repair. The damage to the car appears to be limited to the driver's side door.
I have been experiencing a very powerful fuel smell emitting from the areas of the engine. When I pop the hood the smell is the strongest. The smell is of raw gasoline (not exhaust or anything of that sort) and permeates into the cabin and all around the vehicle. The odor emerges only on cold days, specifically temperatures that drop below 39 f. The odor grows more potent as the car runs and if I activate the heat blowers you and smell it even more. The odor even last long after the car is shut off, existing around the engine for hours after shut down.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. The contact stated that the rear suspension was completely rusted. The dealer stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 03v153000 (suspension), but the manufacturer stated that they would not repair the vehicle under the recall because of the mileage. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 181,000.
Rear subframe rusted and broken a part - dealer deemed car unsafe to drive.
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Questions about the 2000 Subaru Legacy
Is the 2000 Subaru Legacy reliable?
Owners have filed 94 complaints about the 2000 Subaru Legacy, 1.2 times a typical Legacy model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Subaru Legacy?
Engine and cooling, with 17 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles. Next is tires (17).
How many recalls does the 2000 Subaru Legacy have?
3 recalls, covering suspension, steering and power train.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Subaru Legacy get?
Official estimates for the 2000 Subaru Legacy range from 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, 4WD) gets 19 city and 25 highway.
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