How many steering complaints does the 2011 Subaru Legacy have?

NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2011 Legacy, which is 10% of the 167 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Subaru Legacy?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do steering problems show up on the 2011 Legacy?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 16,000 miles.

Did the steering issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints for the 2011 Legacy.

How does the 2011 Legacy compare to other model years for steering complaints?

The 2011 Legacy had 16 steering complaints (10% share), matching the 2016 model year's 16 complaints (11% share), both higher than most other years listed.

2011 Subaru Legacy Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2011 Subaru Legacy, 10% of its 167 total complaints for that year. No related recalls are on file, and no crashes, fires, or injuries were tied to these reports. Median mileage at failure was 16,000.

Steering complaints: 16; 10% of 167
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 16,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report a wobbly or swaying feeling at highway speeds above 60 mph, even on smooth roads and calm winds.
Several drivers describe a steering wheel shimmy or vibration that shows up around 60-75 mph and does not go away after tire balancing or replacement.
Some owners say the car wanders or requires constant correction to stay centered in the lane, describing it as having to "fight" the wheel.
A few complaints mention looseness or a wide dead-band in the steering wheel at highway speed while steering feels fine or stiffer under 45 mph.
One owner linked the swaying to a rear alignment issue that a dealer found and corrected.

When 2011 Subaru Legacy steering complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 12, 2010, latest Apr 7, 2023.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2010 to Apr 2023; peak Sep 2010 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Subaru Legacy

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Legacy model year

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

201012 (8%)
201116 (10%)
20127 (8%)
20134 (6%)
20142 (4%)
20151 (1%)
201616 (11%)
20179 (8%)
20184 (3%)
20193 (2%)
20201 (1%)
20210 (0%)
20221 (3%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)
20251 (17%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2011 Subaru Legacy have?: NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2011 Legacy, which is 10% of the 167 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Subaru Legacy?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do steering problems show up on the 2011 Legacy?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 16,000 miles.
Did the steering issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints for the 2011 Legacy.
How does the 2011 Legacy compare to other model years for steering complaints?: The 2011 Legacy had 16 steering complaints (10% share), matching the 2016 model year's 16 complaints (11% share), both higher than most other years listed.