CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Subaru Legacy has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (16 reports).
2022 Subaru Legacy recalls
Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash
A sensor in the occupant detection system on the front passenger seat may have a capacitor that can crack and short circuit.
Failing Shifter Switch Can Hide Reverse Lights and Camera
The park/neutral start interlock switch, also called the inhibitor switch, can fail because a weld may not be strong enough to keep water out.
Most common 2022 Subaru Legacy problems
Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Lane Departure | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
On September 19, 2026, at approximately 93,500 miles, my vehicle suddenly lost drive power while I was driving in active traffic at about 22 to 23 mph (based on scan tool freeze frame data). Another vehicle was close behind me, and the sudden loss of propulsion created a real risk of a rear-end collision. I was able to get off the road and drive home at reduced power. The next day the vehicle would not engage Drive or Reverse and was inoperable. Component: The CVT (automatic transmission) failed. The vehicle is currently at a Subaru dealer and is available for inspection at this time. Warning signs: There were no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms before the failure. Multiple warning lam
The vehicle engaged the automatic braking system also known as phantom breaking while there was no objects on the roadway at the time of the incident it was 5:15 a.m. dark and light rain when approaching a curve on the road driving approximately 30 mph the system engaged and applied the brakes in the curve which in turn put the t legal into a slide causing a vehicle crash. Furthermore the airbags did not deploy the police officers were very dumbfounded with the amount of damage and also the speed in which occurred I obtained back injuries and also hit my head
Driving my car at 39mph and approaching a vehicle stopped at an intersection perpendicular to my left, she accelerated into my path and Subaru eyesight provided no warning and did not attempt to break at all before the collision occurred. I was able to slow to maybe 15 mph but disappointed eyesight did not work as intended.
I experienced unintended acceleration while operating my vehicle. I was slowly pulling into a parking space at a gym when, without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly forward. I did not intentionally press the accelerator at that time. The unexpected acceleration caused the vehicle to surge ahead and collide with a light post, resulting in significant damage to the front bumper. Fortunately, there were no pedestrians or other vehicles in front of me, so no injuries occurred. This incident created a serious safety risk, as the sudden and uncontrolled acceleration could have resulted in harm to myself or others if anyone had been in the vehicleâs path. At this time, it is UN
Safety Hazard: Subaru Sun Visor I own a 2022 Subaru Legacy, the first new car I've ever owned. The visor  (to protect eyes from the sun) is too short and not wide enough. The seat is raised as high as it will go. I CAN'T position myself to protect my eyes from the Sun. On 1/8/26, I left my home at 7:45 a.m. Around the corner from my home, local road, I approached an intersection with a Traffic Light. As I approached the intersection to turn left, the Sun (dead ahead) totally blinded me. It was a complete WHITE OUT.  The Visor did NOTHING to protect my eyes from the sun. IT'S TOO SMALL and useless. I used one hand to shield my eyes from the Sun. It didn't help. I was helpless. I stopped
2022 Subaru Legacy questions
Does the 2022 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2022 Subaru Legacy: Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Failing Shifter Switch Can Hide Reverse Lights and Camera. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru Legacy?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (16), Unknown Or Other (8), Forward Collision Avoidance (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 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.