2022 Subaru Legacy

Subaru Legacy (2022)

The 2022 Subaru Legacy is a mid-size sedan that offers a standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. A turbocharged 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque is optional. Both engines are paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

The Legacy is praised for its spacious interior, impressive fuel efficiency, and standard all-wheel drive. However, some owners have reported issues with certain components.

Engine

• 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Engine
  • Oil Consumption
    • Description/Symptoms: Excessive oil consumption, leading to low oil levels and potential engine damage
    • Solution: Engine rebuild or replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $5,000 - $10,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.4-liter Turbocharged 4-cylinder Engine
  • Turbocharger Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, excessive smoke, and illuminated check engine light
    • Solution: Turbocharger replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• CVT
  • Transmission Slippage
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, hesitation during acceleration
    • Solution: Transmission repair or replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery Discharge
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, even when the vehicle is off
  • Solution: Electrical system diagnosis, battery replacement if necessary
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Electrical Short
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent electrical problems (e.g., lights flickering, dashboard malfunction)
  • Solution: Electrical system diagnosis, wiring repair or replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Interior Trim Rattling
  • Description/Symptoms: Loose interior trim pieces, causing rattling noises
  • Solution: Trim adjustment or replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

While the 2022 Subaru Legacy offers an overall positive ownership experience, some issues have been reported by owners. Engine oil consumption, turbocharger failure, and transmission slippage can be severe and expensive to repair. However, these issues seem to be isolated incidents and not widespread among all Legacy models. Other issues, such as battery discharge, electrical shorts, and interior trim rattling, are less severe and less costly to fix.