How many brake complaints does the 2010 Subaru Legacy have?

NHTSA lists 15 brake-related complaints for the 2010 Legacy, making up 10% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?

Yes. NHTSA campaign 18V626000 covers 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback vehicles with a manual transmission, where the electronic parking brake actuator may not engage as intended. Subaru replaces the EPB actuator assembly free of charge.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2010 Legacy is 81,500 miles.

Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash linked to brake complaints for the 2010 Legacy, with 0 fires and 0 injuries reported.

How does 2010 compare to other Legacy years for brake complaints?

The 2010 Legacy's brake complaints represent 10% of that year's total, while the 2011 Legacy is higher at 19 complaints and 11% share, and later years like 2019-2021 report only 2-3 complaints each.

2010 Subaru Legacy Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 15 brake complaints for the 2010 Subaru Legacy, 10% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 81,500 miles. A related recall (18V626000) covers the electronic parking brake actuator on manual-transmission cars, though it applies only to that variant.

Brakes complaints: 15; 10% of 145
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 81,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Electronic parking brake fails to hold on inclines, sometimes rolling the vehicle after the driver has parked and exited.
Electronic parking brake warning light flashes and the brake does not engage, with owners noting this may relate to a known recall.
Dashboard warning lights for the check engine, stability control, cruise control, and brake systems illuminate together, sometimes while braking or after sitting overnight.
Vehicle stumbles, stalls, or the engine shuts off while braking or moving slowly in reverse, causing near-accidents.
Brake pipes near the rear tire were reported as rusted through despite a protective cover, leading to loss of braking.
Traction control reportedly engaged on its own on a steep incline and caused the brakes to fail.

When 2010 Subaru Legacy brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 9, 2010, latest Feb 22, 2024.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2010 to Feb 2024; peak Jun 2010 (1).

Brakes recalls for the 2010 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA 18V626000Sep 13, 2018Brakes27,175 vehicles
Parking brake
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not engage as intended, allowing the vehicle to rollaway if the transmission is not in the proper gear when parked.
Risk: A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPB actuator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTV-81.

Brakes complaints by Legacy model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (10%)
201119 (11%)
20127 (8%)
20135 (8%)
20142 (4%)
201514 (9%)
20169 (6%)
20175 (4%)
20187 (6%)
20193 (2%)
20202 (2%)
20212 (6%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (6%)
20251 (17%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2010 Subaru Legacy have?: NHTSA lists 15 brake-related complaints for the 2010 Legacy, making up 10% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?: Yes. NHTSA campaign 18V626000 covers 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback vehicles with a manual transmission, where the electronic parking brake actuator may not engage as intended. Subaru replaces the EPB actuator assembly free of charge.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2010 Legacy is 81,500 miles.
Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash linked to brake complaints for the 2010 Legacy, with 0 fires and 0 injuries reported.
How does 2010 compare to other Legacy years for brake complaints?: The 2010 Legacy's brake complaints represent 10% of that year's total, while the 2011 Legacy is higher at 19 complaints and 11% share, and later years like 2019-2021 report only 2-3 complaints each.