4.4

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
25,000 miles

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problem #3

Aug 092011

Legacy 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 1997 Subaru Legacy. The contact attempted to start the ignition and the engine failed to start. The battery was jump started; however the failure recurred while driving. The battery was recharged for a second time. The contact replaced the battery terminal due to severe rust and corrosion. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 02/28/12 the consumer stated battery corrosion destroyed the negative terminal. Updated 03/08/12

- Shelton , CT, USA

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problem #2

Oct 211999

(reported on)

Legacy

  • miles
Battery exploded and damaged the hood of the vehicle. Mjs

- Maidsville, WV, USA

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problem #1

Sep 191996

Legacy 4WD

  • miles
Alternator belt snapped, causing battery and brake warning light to come on and hard to steer.

- Gibsonia, PA, USA

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