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

NHTSA lists 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Legacy, which makes up 33% of all 150 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?

Yes. Recall 10V326000, reported in July 2010, covers a programming error that left a lubrication hole in the 6-speed manual transmission; Subaru repaired vehicles by drilling the hole and making further fixes if needed.

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

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 100,000 at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on this model year.

Did the 2010 Legacy's transmission problems cause crashes?

NHTSA's complaint data for this area includes 3 crashes and 1 injury among the 50 reports, with no fires recorded.

Are transmission complaints worse in 2010 than other Legacy years?

The 2010 model year's 33% share is the highest of any Legacy year in this dataset, ahead of 2011 at 28% and 2012 at 38%.

2010 Subaru Legacy Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Subaru Legacy, 33% of all complaints filed for the year. A related recall (10V326000) covers a lubrication hole defect in the 6-speed manual transmission. Median mileage at failure was 100,000.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 50; 33% of 150 complaints
All complaints this year: 150
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 100,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe a hesitation of several seconds when accelerating from a rolling stop or stop sign, followed by a sudden lurch forward.
Multiple reports describe the vehicle stalling unexpectedly when coming to a stop or when brakes are applied firmly, sometimes requiring the car to be shifted to park and restarted.
Some owners report the car briefly loses power and acts as if it is in neutral while accelerating on an incline, with no warning lights and no diagnostic codes found.
One owner reported the engine shutting off while downshifting between 15 and 35 mph, which also cut power steering and ABS brakes.
A separate report describes stalling combined with clutch and brake engagement while turning, causing the vehicle to drift toward the opposite lane.
Owners with the CVT automatic report repeated stalling at stops, describing it as a recurring and unresolved condition.

When 2010 Subaru Legacy transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 30, 2009, latest Sep 7, 2023.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2009 to Sep 2023; peak Jul 2010 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA 10V326000Jul 20, 2010Transmission & Powertrain809 vehicles
Power train:manual transmission
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 outback and legacy passenger vehicles manufactured from april 28 through june 23, 2010. Due to a programming error, a lubrication hole within the 6-speed manual transmission was omitted.
Risk: If the transmission gears are not properly lubricated, a groaning sound may begin to develop alerting the driver of a problem. If the sound is ignored and no action is taken, the gears will eventually break and this condition will lead to vehicle power loss, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by drilling an oil lubrication hole and, if necessary, replace the internal parts with new ones free of charge. The safety recall began on july 28, 2010. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Legacy model year

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

200513 (7%)
20068 (9%)
20071 (3%)
20086 (9%)
20092 (3%)
201050 (33%)
201147 (28%)
201234 (38%)
201312 (18%)
20146 (11%)
201515 (9%)
201613 (9%)
20174 (3%)
20182 (2%)
20191 (1%)
20207 (6%)
20212 (6%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?: NHTSA lists 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Legacy, which makes up 33% of all 150 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Subaru Legacy?: Yes. Recall 10V326000, reported in July 2010, covers a programming error that left a lubrication hole in the 6-speed manual transmission; Subaru repaired vehicles by drilling the hole and making further fixes if needed.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Legacy?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 100,000 at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on this model year.
Did the 2010 Legacy's transmission problems cause crashes?: NHTSA's complaint data for this area includes 3 crashes and 1 injury among the 50 reports, with no fires recorded.
Are transmission complaints worse in 2010 than other Legacy years?: The 2010 model year's 33% share is the highest of any Legacy year in this dataset, ahead of 2011 at 28% and 2012 at 38%.