2005 SUBARU LEGACY Safety Overview
The 2005 SUBARU LEGACY has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
- Electrical system:ignition:switch
- Air bags
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SUBARU LEGACY owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Subaru of America, Inc.
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 20V001000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 20V002000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 20V003000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. If a crash occurs under this condition, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 19V297000: The engine turning off unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 15V323000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 14V763000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru of America, Inc.
Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage may result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V311000: Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured from De...
Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage may result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V110000: Brake line corrosion may result in brake fluid leakage. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.