2014 Subaru Legacy

Introduction

The 2014 Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan known for its reliability, all-wheel drive capability, and spacious interior. It is available with two engine options: a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated boxer engine and a 3.6-liter naturally aspirated boxer engine. Both engines are paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Engine

2.5-liter Engine

• Head Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, engine overheating, white smoke from the exhaust
  • Solution: Replace head gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Belt Failure: (at high mileage, usually after 100K miles)
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine stalling, loss of power, grinding noise from the engine
  • Solution: Replace timing belt and related components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,200
  • Recalls: None Found

3.6-liter Engine

• No Issues Found

Transmission

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

• Chain Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Whining or grinding noise from the transmission, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace CVT chain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign 19V434000

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise over bumps, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, electrical problems, battery not charging
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine not starting, clicking noise when trying to start
  • Solution: Replace starter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Roof Paint Peeling:
  • Description/Symptoms: Paint peeling or bubbling on the roof
  • Solution: Repaint the roof
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Rattle:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling or buzzing noise from the dashboard
  • Solution: Tighten or replace loose components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Climate Control Malfunction:
  • Description/Symptoms: Climate control not blowing hot or cold air, inconsistent temperature
  • Solution: Repair or replace climate control components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2014 Subaru Legacy is a reliable vehicle with some minor issues that are relatively affordable to fix. The most common issues affect the engine, transmission, and suspension. The severity of the issues varies, but many of them can be addressed with regular maintenance and timely repairs.