How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?

NHTSA lists 39 engine complaints for the 2010 Legacy, which is 27% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an engine-related recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?

Yes, recall 10V196000 covers a CVT cooler hose that can crack or split and leak fluid; Subaru replaces affected hoses free of charge. This recall does not cover the stalling complaints owners describe.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 Legacy?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints is 100,000 miles.

Did the 2010 Legacy engine issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this engine complaint group shows 2 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.

2010 Subaru Legacy Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 39 engine complaints for the 2010 Subaru Legacy, 27% of all 145 complaints that year. Owners most often report stalling and unexpected engine surges, with a median failure mileage of 100,000 miles. A separate recall (10V196000) covers a CVT cooler hose crack, not the stalling issue.

Engine complaints: 39; 27% of 145
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 100,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine stalls or completely shuts off while decelerating, braking, or coming to a stop, sometimes repeating several times a day.
Engine stalling occurs more often when the engine is cold or in hot ambient air, with the clutch engaged and shifter in neutral.
Engine revs drop to near zero and dies when the clutch is pressed to shift, especially before the engine is fully warmed up.
Some owners describe sudden unintended acceleration or full-throttle surges immediately after starting, in one case leading to a crash.
CVT-equipped cars show a rev-pause-drop pattern when the throttle is applied, described as hesitation during passing or merging.
An abnormal engine noise was reported shortly after purchase, which the dealer said could not be fixed.

When 2010 Subaru Legacy engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 16, 2010, latest Aug 14, 2023.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2010 to Aug 2023; peak Mar 2022 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2010 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA 10V196000May 7, 2010Engine29,443 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from july 31 through december 1, 2009. A crack or split can occur in the CVT cooler hose resulting in a fluid leak.
Risk: If the fluid is completely leaked during driving, the vehicle will come to a stop, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected cooler hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-subaru3 (1-800-782-2783).

Engine complaints by Legacy model year

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

201039 (27%)
201133 (20%)
201225 (28%)
201323 (35%)
20147 (13%)
201537 (23%)
201617 (12%)
20176 (5%)
201813 (11%)
20199 (7%)
20208 (7%)
20214 (13%)
20222 (6%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (6%)
20254 (67%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?: NHTSA lists 39 engine complaints for the 2010 Legacy, which is 27% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an engine-related recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?: Yes, recall 10V196000 covers a CVT cooler hose that can crack or split and leak fluid; Subaru replaces affected hoses free of charge. This recall does not cover the stalling complaints owners describe.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 Legacy?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints is 100,000 miles.
Did the 2010 Legacy engine issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this engine complaint group shows 2 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.