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.
2000 Subaru Legacy suspension problems
13 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 136,000.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- typical mileage
- 136,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Front3
- Rear: shock absorber1
- Rear1
- Front: stabilizer bar1
- Front: macpherson strut1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Subaru Legacy suspension problems in other years
Related recalls
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
What 2000 Subaru Legacy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. The contact stated that after taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, he was informed that the sub frame was completely rusted and needed to be replaced. He was also informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v153000 (suspension:rear) however, the repair did not prevent the rust. The vehicle was repaired for the sub frame due to the severity of the corrosion. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 72,204.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 subaru legacy. While driving 60 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and began swerving across the lanes. She exited the freeway and drove to a repair shop. The mechanic stated that the unibar frame above the front tires was rusted through and only the transmission brackets were holding the vehicle together. The mechanic would not repair the vehicle. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that they would pay to move the vehicle from the repair shop, but there was no guarantee that they would pay for the repairs. The contact stated that they would have to declare the vehicle as destroyed. The failure mileage was 136,000.
Front left strut broke and came close to puncturing the tire. Could handle the car efficiently-went to local garage 1 mile away , with caution , where peoblem was determined
Dt*: the contact stated while pulling into a gas station at 2mph, the front suspension stabilizer bar broke without warning. The contact managed to drive the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer suggested that the stabilizer bar broke as a result of a road hazard. The vehicle was never driven off road or involved in any prior accident. The dealer replaced the front suspension stabilizer bar.
Recall repair could not be performed because the undercarriage of the vehicle was too dirty. *mr the recall letter stated "will clean." the consumer found it ironic how the topside was washed and cleaned yet the underside was allegedly too dirty to perform the recall work. *scc
Vehicle pulled to left, most noticeably at highway speed. Defect did not allow consumer to have full control of vehicle, and could cause an automobile accident. Dealer recognized problem, but has not provided remedy.
There is a clunking sound in the front suspension and vibration in the steering whem making a turn. The dealer has been contacted. Was informed there is nothing that can be done. *jg
Questions about the 2000 Subaru Legacy suspension
Does the 2000 Subaru Legacy have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the suspension of the 2000 Subaru Legacy, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2000 Subaru Legacy suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 136,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Subaru Legacy suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V153000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Subaru Legacy have bad suspension?
The Subaru Legacy model years with the most suspension complaints are 2011 (19 complaints), 1995 (14 complaints) and 2000 (13 complaints).
Other 2000 Subaru Legacy problems
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