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2015 Subaru Legacy Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.1× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
159Complaints
3Recalls
15Crashes
3Fires
10Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (23.3% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.1× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System37 · 23.3%not available
Visibility/wiper36 · 22.6%not available
Engine23 · 14.5%not available
Power Train15 · 9.4%RecalledRecall 15V502000
Fuel/propulsion System14 · 8.8%not available
Vehicle Speed Control13 · 8.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

VISIBILITY/WIPER36 · 22.6%
Unspecified / other27 · 17%
ENGINE23 · 14.5%
POWER TRAIN15 · 9.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM14 · 8.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL13 · 8.2%
SERVICE BRAKES12 · 7.5%
AIR BAGS10 · 6.3%
STRUCTURE:BODY9 · 5.7%

Percentages are the share of the 159 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 16V251000 · 2016 · reported 04/27/2016

Poor performance of the electronic stability control system when it is activated may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 15V502000 · 2015 · reported 08/10/2015

If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking

NHTSA campaign 15V366000 · 2015 · reported 06/12/2015

If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN STOPPED WHILE DRIVING, ON 5 OCCASIONS. MY MECHANIC REPLACED THE BATTERY TERMINAL PART ON 3/31/21 ON 5/12/21 40 MINUTES INTO MY…”NHTSA complaint 11416609 — filed 05/14/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“SRVD DISABLED AT 39000 MILES. BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM FAILURE.”NHTSA complaint 11098468 — filed 05/29/2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“CLOCK SPRING IN STEERING COLUMN IS BAD. HORN DOES NOT WORK. DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MAY BE INOPERABLE. CONDITION EXISTS WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY WITH…”NHTSA complaint 11093270 — filed 05/10/2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru Legacy?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 37 of 159 NHTSA complaints (23.3%), followed by visibility/wiper (36), unspecified/other issues (27), engine (23). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Subaru Legacy have?

159 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 15 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 10 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V251000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Subaru Legacy's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.