Subaru Legacy 1996
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1996 Subaru Legacy, manufacturered by Fuji Heavy Industries U.s.a., Inc. (c/o Subaru Of America).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Compact Cars Station Wagon (excluding van and truck based).
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru | 4S3 4S4 4S3 4S4 JF1 JF2 | Regular |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 18 - 21 MPG | 24 - 30 MPG | 355.48 - 444.35 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - Legacy Awd - Legacy Wagon - Legacy Awd Wagon - Legacy Wagon Awd -
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What is the MPG of a 1996 Subaru Legacy?
- The 1996 Subaru Legacy has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 - 21 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 30 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 Subaru Legacy?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 Subaru Legacy can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 Subaru Legacy?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 Subaru Legacy is $2250.
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Where is the 1996 Subaru Legacy produced?
- The 1996 Subaru Legacy is produced in Lafayette Indiana, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1996 Subaru Legacy?
- There are 7 recall(s) for the 1996 Subaru Legacy, additional information is below.
- 2.2L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 2.2L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 2.5L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
Recall 4828 [USA]: Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire. some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Recall 6449 [USA]: If the alternator fails, the alternator warning telltale will alert the driver to the problem, giving ample opportunity to seek repair before a loss of battery power, which, if the warning were ignored, could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall).
Recall 10311 [USA]: Unexpected air bag deployment could result in personal injury.
Recall 10474 [USA]: Such fractures can result in partial or complete separation of the bracket causing a failure of the lower suspension mounting, leading to a loss of vehicle control.
Recall 2001183 [Canada]: Other
Recall 2000069 [Canada]: Other
Recall 1998107 [Canada]: Suspension
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Legacy
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.3962 City mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2250 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Vehicle record id 12782 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Legacy Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 92 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Legacy
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.9004 City mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 30 Vehicle record id 12783 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Legacy Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 92 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 27.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 42.3077 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 12784 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Legacy Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 92 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.4444 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 12785 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Legacy Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 92 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.5 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.5 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2700 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 12786 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Legacy Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 92 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 33.0 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Legacy Wagon
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.3962 City mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2250 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Vehicle record id 12936 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 36 Model name (carline) Legacy Wagon Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 95 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 41.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize-Large Station Wagons You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Wagon Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 12937 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 36 Model name (carline) Legacy Wagon Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 95 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.4444 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize-Large Station Wagons You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Wagon Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66020 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 12938 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 36 Model name (carline) Legacy Wagon Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 95 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 24.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize-Large Station Wagons You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Legacy Wagon Awd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.5 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.5 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 66030 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2700 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 12939 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 36 Model name (carline) Legacy Wagon Awd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 95 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 33.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize-Large Station Wagons You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 12-249-23R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from japan. This bulletin does not apply to sia built vehicles.
- 01-167-08R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the service manuals for individual models.
- 15-302-22 - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
- 15-192-22R - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the infotainment concerns. (applicable to all models with harman or denso cp1 infotainment).
- 01-167-08R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the service manuals for individual models
- 09-51-08R - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin is to advise of soa⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- 14-22-16R - EQUIPMENT: To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, subaru of america, inc. (soa) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate special service tool.
- 14-22-16R - EQUIPMENT: Special service tools cross reference list.
- 01-181-20 - EQUIPMENT: All models (vehicle cleaning- covid-19best practices)
- 06-68-19R - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: This service information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o
- Subaru Tech Tips - EQUIPMENT: Subaru service and technical support line newletter.
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- SB-05-50-10R - TIRES: Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance. *rm
- 07 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Headlight bulb socket repairs. *kb
- 02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS: Rubbing mark on timing belt. Subaru. *tt
- 035203 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY: Clutch pedal sticking. *tt
- 035002 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING: New procedure for replacing rear wheel bearings. *tt
- 17 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Subject regarding shifter rattle. *jg
- 010102 - SUSPENSION: Information regarding front spring guard bulletin update. *yd
- 170601 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY: Information regarding seat belt latch slides to the lower seat belt anchor. *yh updated *eh
- 040901 - STEERING: Subject on regarding steering knocking/rattle noise when turning. *et
- WXW81 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR: Some vehicles may experience a loss of alternator charging due to a broken brush wire. *tt
- 034899 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may exhibit first gear popping out while driving. *tt
- 130499 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES: Subject regarding front tow-hook removal campaign. *tt
- 010898 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Information on installing rear differential protector . *tt
- 08-06097 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: Service manual supplement volume 7 for the abs 5.3i system. *tt
- WXK68 - SUSPENSION: Procedures on transverse link assemblies. *yc
- 010398 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Some vehicles experience moisture accumulation in the headlights. *yc
- WXK68 - SUSPENSION: Subject on transverse link assemblies. *yc
- 971006WXF63 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR: Vehicles may experience loss of voltage regulation from the alternator due to insufficient wiring contact to the alternator ic regulator. *yc
- SUB199701 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING: 1995-97 legacy rear wheel bearing/seal noise. *jd
- 159995 - STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS: Accessory protective bumper cover adhesion. *sd
- 0114195 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK: Crossbar kit installation. *sd
Electrical system investigation # PE99067
Odi has received 5,820 complaints concerning a variety of electrical system failures that result in the vehicle stalling.Our complaint analysis indicates that the majority of these compaints are caused by alternator failure.In some instances, the vehicle is completely dead and will not restart.Based on our investigation and the manufacturers respomse, odi is closing this investigation because the manufacturer has agreed to perform the owner nortification program cited above, including quarterly notifications to odi.This program allows owners to get their alternator replaced for free.Further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.Odi will continue to monitor this matter closely, and the agency reserves the right to take further action on these models if warranted by the circumstances.
Oversensitive air bag deployment investigation # EA97010
In its letter dated december 21, 1998, subaru stated that the vehicles identified above will be recalled.Subaru dealers will remove the front towing/tie-down hooks.Refer to nhtsa recall no. 98v-315 for details.
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Air Bag Loc Side | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| DisplacementCC | 2200.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 134.25223700841 |
| DisplacementL | 2.2 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Drive Type | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Make | SUBARU |
| MakeID | 523 |
| Manufacturer | FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES U.S.A., INC. (C/O SUBARU OF AMERICA) |
| Manufacturer Id | 1075 |
| Model | Legacy |
| ModelID | 2232 |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
| NCSA Make | Subaru |
| NCSA Model | Legacy/Outback(prior to 2003 only; see 045 for 2003 on) |
| Note | Transmission Type: Fulltime AWD 4AT |
| Plant City | LAFAYETTE |
| Plant Company Name | SIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | INDIANA |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| Series | B line |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 |
| Transmission Style | Automatic |
| Trim | L |
| VIN | 4S3BD4351T7205091 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | Fire | N | None | None | 20120301 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 subaru legacy. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, there was a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact then noticed that there was smoke and flames coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The fire department was contacted and a fire report was filed. The vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer where they inspected and advised that the differential failed due to the vehicle becoming overheated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileage was 255,000.
| Crash | No | N | None | None | 20111014 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 subaru legacy. The contact was driving 5 mph when another vehicle crashed into his bumper and the air bags deployed. There were no physical damages to the vehicle and there were no injuries reported. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was towed to a local auto mechanic to have the air bags and the windshield repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was 108,000.
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 20100915 |
My daughter was driving her 96 subaru legacy the other day to the store when she was alerted by another driver that her car was on fire. Luckily they had a fire extinguisher and was able to put it out. Beechmont subaru said this was the first time they ever saw a rear differential catch on fire. I wanted to make subaru aware and maybe get some help on this repair. Making sure it done correctly. It was a very frightening phone call from my daughter. This web site will not allow me to enter the vin. [xxx]. I will edit the vin till the site accepts my complaint. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20100804 |
1996 suburu legacy shuts down all electrical system. Purchased in utah drove to denver area. Went to dmv to register then car quit. Rests a while then starts. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20070623 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 subaru legacy. The vehicle failed to start and was towed to the dealer. The dealer attributed the cause of failure to the wires inside the fuel tank being burnt because the internal connector had loose terminals. The fuel pump module was replaced. The current mileage is 85,000 and failure mileage was 84,600.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20070501 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 subaru legacy. While filling the gas tank the contact noticed a puddle of gas forming under the vehicle. The filler pipe rusted through and caused thin holes. The current and failure mileages were 110,000.*ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20060808 |
Dt*: the contact stated an odor of fuel was detected and a puddle began to form on the ground while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the fuel filler tube was replaced. Updated 9/5/2006 - *nm
| Crash | No | N | None | None | 20051008 |
Dt: contact stated that while pulling into the garage vehicle accelerated without warning and hit the rear of the garage and did damage to the building. The vehicle was totaled. Dealer said they never heard of this problem. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. *ak updated 11/16/2005 - *nm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20050814 |
Dt: the caller says his gas gauge will show empty when it gets down to half a tank. He states that it does not happen all the time. It has been happening for a month. Dealer and manufacturer have not been contacted yet.*ak the consumer did contact the manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle to the dealer, but there would be a charge to inspect the vehicle. *jb
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P0304 [1] Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4S3BG6858T7978507 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BK4256T7314427 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BK4356T7931499 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BK4357T7302897 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BD4351T7205091 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG6857T7387732 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG6856T7983821 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG6853T7982531 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BD6654T7206064 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG4852T6379533 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG4853T6979171 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG6850T7973513 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BG4855T6388839 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 4S3BK4358T7312208 | 1996 | Legacy | LAFAYETTE INDIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) |