The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the brake pedal would go all the way to the floorboard while depressed. The contact became aware that there was brake fluid leaking onto the floor from the brake line near the rear passenger’s side tire. The dealer and manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that there was a recall repair performed on the service brakes, hydraulic in 2014, where the affected areas were rustproofed with anti-corrosion wax. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 180,000.
2005 Subaru Legacy brakes complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the brake pedal failed and depressed to the floorboard. The contact continued to drive with the parking brake applied. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called an independent mechanic and was informed about the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v311000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Previous recall issue with brakes was never fixed correctly, resulting in a large leak in the rear right side brake line that caused my brakes to almost completely go out. Previous issue, which was supposedly fixed in 2014, was only a stopgap measure that didn't prevent the brake line from completely corroding away.
I was driving my 2005 subaru legacy and was approaching a turn. While braking at maybe 30% brake force I felt a slight loss of brake pressure. I knew right away something was very wrong and tried to lightly feel for brake pressure to see if I would be able to emergency stop if necessary. I was able to downshift and knew the roads very well to decrease speed. Once stopped I was able to modulate the brake and look under the car. I observed brake fluid pouring from the underbody tray directly in front of the rear passenger wheel. These brake lines were treated by subaru as a part of a previous recall approx. 2 years prior with a anti-corrosive rust solution. I'm lead to believe there was a second recall notice regarding the same issue, but whether it was completed by the dealership at that time I don't know for sure. I don't believe it was though. I took my subaru to the dealership 6 days ago and they have ordered parts to fix the issue, and I'm lead to believe it'll be paid in-full by the dealership. This was a sudden and bad situation, stopping distance was greatly and quickly reduced. I'm certain there are other drivers would not have noticed the issue until much later.
2005 subaru legacy. Consumer writes in regards to brake failure. *ld the consumer stated the brakes failed while driving. The failure was due to corrosion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. The contact stated that the brake lines were structurally unsound and contained extensive rust and corrosion. Day apollo subaru (5450 university blvd, moon, pa 15108, (412) 264-9222) installed a coating and performed the remedy for the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the failure recurred soon afterwards. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to the risk of the brake lines fracturing. The contact felt that the manufacturer needed to develop a more robust metal and remedy. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 88,948.
Dealer (suburban subaru vernon, ct) performed brake like recall wqk-47r in september 2014 and "applied anti corrosion wax" in january 2019, the rear brake lines rusted through at the junction box next to the fuel tank which is a known failure location in the recall. This resulted in a fluid leak, I was able to notice the leak before the reservior fully emptied and the brakes would have failed completely. Dealer/subaru refused to cover under the recall and tried to charge me for looking at the car.
Hydraulic brake failure while driving. Upon brake application, pedal went to floor, had to use parking brake to stop vehicle. Inadequate, ineffective preventive recall done to brake lines as a rust proofing measure was done twice and lines still rusted through and perforated in rear near fuel tank. No evidence of wax sealant application present on areas of brake lines specified in recall. Dealership is refusing to perform recall repair procedure for brake line replacement . Manufacture customer relations representative contacted
Takata recall,was talking to dealership,but lights still indicate airbag ,cruz control , check engine light came on.was taken to dealership for repair and reset.but I don't think it was done. Other recalls on break line coating's not done , I lost break lines while driving,at three different times.subaru issued a second recall , with explicit attention to the area where the line connects to the break for rust.the dealer was to to replace any break lines showing damage in this area.this recall was taken in and again was not replaced . They coated maybe on top of the rust. I had the remaining break line replace asa percausetion measure ,all cost to me.seat belt not retracting , when released.,this was replaced twice .it still does it and the webbing I cought up in the door closesing. The rug hook drives side replace three times warning lights still on ,for cruzcontrol,does not functioning. I used it maybe 3 time's since l bought the car new.went through the first set of tires,cubbing do to warped rodtors in not even 700 miles.still doesn't stay in alinement.eats tires ,4sets by 67'00 miles.dash electric ,cd ,heat radio, security system defo all one computer panel, would wear battery dead over night. I had to plug it in to slow chargerthat shut down went battery was charged.untill a correct replacement ,unit could be found.took awhile, very limited legacy wagon. I have a brief case af picture s and work orders in plastic sleeves.when time for warranty was up , I had less then 20'000 miles on the car.subaru corporate,paid some of the serious fuel issue it had. I have not had a collision what does vehicle. I t has been maintainedregularl a peice of rubber trim was coming of the day l brought it home, I photoed this, it's first picture in my book.the dealership tryed glueing it on.it never stayed on . I should have been replaced as metal clip's in trimrustnowonfender.
Wqk-47 brake line corrosion recall work was done to "rustproof" the line only 3 years ago. The line is currently rusted through in the back above the fuel tank after stopping at a light on 7/21/18. Search online shows the same issues reported by other drivers. Lines need to be replaced and recall of rustproofing does not hold.
Excessive rear brake line rust even after the federal safety agency recall #14v311 (subaru recall id wqk-47) . The cleaning and and wax spray didn't stop the brake lines from deteriorating more and will soon fail.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. While operating the vehicle, the brake sensor suddenly illuminated. Moments later, the bakes failed and the brake pedal extended to the floor. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake lines positioned above the fuel tank were corroded and caused the brake fluid to leak out. The contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle was previously serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v274000 (service brakes). The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 129,500.
There was a recall issued for my car for brake lines that would rust if they were not protected. I went to a dealer to have the recall performed and 6 months later the brake like had already busted. The lines were never inspected!! The recall info is 13v‑110 the car was moving and I was coming to a stop when the brakes gave out on me!
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be serviced under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v311000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The technician informed that prior to the recall repair the the rear suspension, the rear passenger spring, both rear lateral links, and the rear suspension subframe needed to be repaired due to corrosion and build up. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.
When having new tires placed on the car there was so much corrosion on the wheels and brake housing the service person had to break off the chunks of rust to get the tires off. This happens every time the tires are changed. They advise each time that this not known to happen on a newer car. At the time that this was found there was a recall for cars in other states for this problem but when I called subaru about this I was told that the recall did not extend to our state. The mechanic I take my car to said it is just a matter of time until the wheels will fall off due to failure from the corrosion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. The contact stated that she received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) in may of 2013. The contact stated that she contacted the manufacturer to schedule an appointment and they stated that her vehicle would not be able to be repaired for another three months. The contact was concerned that the vehicle would not be repaired within a reasonable time frame. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unavailable. ..updated 08-07-13
My car door power door locks stopped working, rear wiper stopped working, rear brake lights and running lights stopped working, also radio stopped working. Upon investigation I found that the wiring harness on both sides of my rear lift gate had torn and shorted out. This is a dangerous shortcoming on this car, the wires are so short and placed under constant tension that they rip themselves apart.
The rear hatch of my subaru legacy wagon - the electrical wires supplying the rear brakes, hatch lock, and rear window wiper are being cut by the hatch opening and closing. Loss of rear brake lights, rear wiper function, and rear hatch locking mechanism all effected by the poor routing of these electrical wires through an accordion style boot. Very dangerous issue with regard to multiple safety concerns.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 subaru legacy. While driving 25 MPH, the antilock brakes failed. The consumer wanted the dealer to disconnect the ABS (anti-lock brake system) but stated that they were not allowed to perform that type of repair at the owner's request. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 34,000. Updated 02-14-08 *bf updated 02/14/08
At 14,000 miles experienced sudden, significant loss of braking power and major vibrations in 2005 subaru legacy and was barely able to slow car. Dealer resurfaced brake rotors. Experienced identical problem while descending steep mountain grade at 26,000 miles. Dealer found front rotors warped and brake pads worn and replaced both. I am fearful that this problem will reoccur without warning, potentially causing an accident. I suspect that ABS is malfunctioning, causing abnormal wear on rotors and pads. Dealer claims problem is "normal."
Own a 2005 subaru legacy. 32000 mi. And have had to have the rotors done 3 times. Subaru refuses to replace them, saying they are ok. Vehicle will be out of warranty in 4000 mi. The problem id poor quality to begin with.
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