How many brake complaints does the 2011 Subaru Legacy have?

NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2011 Subaru Legacy, which is 11% of the 167 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2011 Legacy brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Legacy is 97,000 miles.

Did the 2011 Legacy brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this complaint area shows 1 crash and 0 injuries, with 0 fires reported.

Is 2011 the worst year for Legacy brake complaints?

Among Legacy model years listed, 2011 has the highest complaint count for brakes at 19, compared with 15 in 2010 and lower counts from 2012 onward.

2011 Subaru Legacy Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2011 Subaru Legacy, 11% of its 167 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 97,000. A related recall (18V626000) covers the electronic parking brake actuator on manual-transmission 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback models.

Brakes complaints: 19; 11% of 167
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 97,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal suddenly going soft or sinking to the floor with little resistance, sometimes right after driving over bumps.
Some describe the car stalling and losing electrical power the instant the brake pedal is pressed hard to a stop.
Several report the electronic parking brake mechanism failing to engage or release after a few years of use.
One owner reports the brakes locking up abruptly at around 30 mph, illuminating multiple dashboard warning lights.
A few describe rpm fluctuation, stalling, or loss of steering control when slowing down from low speeds.

When 2011 Subaru Legacy brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 13, 2012, latest Sep 29, 2023.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2012 to Sep 2023; peak Feb 2019 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Subaru Legacy have?: NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2011 Subaru Legacy, which is 11% of the 167 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Subaru Legacy?: Yes. Recall 18V626000, reported in September 2018, covers the electronic parking brake actuator on manual-transmission 2010-2014 Legacy and Outback vehicles, which may not engage as intended. Subaru replaces the actuator assembly free of charge.
At what mileage do 2011 Legacy brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Legacy is 97,000 miles.
Did the 2011 Legacy brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this complaint area shows 1 crash and 0 injuries, with 0 fires reported.
Is 2011 the worst year for Legacy brake complaints?: Among Legacy model years listed, 2011 has the highest complaint count for brakes at 19, compared with 15 in 2010 and lower counts from 2012 onward.