CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Subaru Legacy has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 119 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (33 reports).
2017 Subaru Legacy recalls
Knee airbag bracket may detach, reducing driver crash protection
Certain vehicles built in late September 2016 may have a knee guard bracket that is not properly attached to the steering beam.
Steering Column May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control
The steering column on certain vehicles may have been improperly machined.
Most common 2017 Subaru Legacy problems
Problem areas named in the 119 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 33 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
What owners report
Since the battery replacement settlement I've had 3 batteries die from my car being off, the latest battery replacement was 3/2026. I can't tell what my milage is since the battery is so dead that none of the displays turn on when I hit the start button
Major fuel leak within engine bay
The battery has died several times and had to be replaced over the years due to a likely slow drain issue that Subaru is well aware of and was part of a class action suit against them.
I drove into the parking lot of Walgreens, then drove around and pulled into a parking spot facing the south side of the building and put my foot on the brake to stop and park. Instead of stopping, the car suddenly lurched forward violently and slammed into the brick wall of the building. My wife called 911 since I told her my chest really hurt. When the police came, I told them my foot must have slipped off the brake and hit the accelerator, since I had no idea what else might have caused the car to accelerate like that. My wife drove the car home and then drove to the ER where the EMTs had taken me. A CT scan showed that I had a fractured sternum, since my chest hit the steering wheel
My 2017 Legacy is on it's 3rd windshield this year. I had impact damage on July 17th, had it replaced the first week of August, and it cracked without impact damage in October. Subaru refused to replace it under warranty and it was replaced through insurance in December. The genuine Subaru replacement windshields for 2015-2019 Legacy and Outback models appear to be defective and this should be investigated.
2017 Subaru Legacy questions
Does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Subaru Legacy: Knee airbag bracket may detach, reducing driver crash protection; Steering Column May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Subaru Legacy?
Based on 119 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (33), Electrical System (30), Unknown Or Other (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Subaru Legacy has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.