The vehicle dossier US · 2019

2019 Subaru
LEGACYProblems & recalls

123 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Visibility appears in 51 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

From the original manufacturer documents

What did the manufacturer do?

These reviewed documents are associated with this model-year. Check the stated engine, build-date, VIN and coverage conditions before assuming they apply to the car you’re considering.

Subaru · 16-155-25R

Selected 2019–2020 CVTs

10 years / 100,000 miles

Subaru says this extension provides added assurance and is not a response to one specific condition.

The extra mileage-independent coverage period ended June 30, 2026; check ordinary extension limits separately.

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Subaru · 07-235-25

EyeSight / reverse braking

75% covered during extension

The bulletin discusses reproducible unnecessary stopping or slowing attributed to specified EyeSight or reverse-braking components.

A special four-month window for vehicles whose extension would already have expired ended November 29, 2025.

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01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 123 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Visibility51 reports
Electrical system35 reports
Other components33 reports
Engine6 reports
Fuel system5 reports
Steering3 reports
Brakes2 reports
Body & structure1 reports
Transmission & drivetrain1 reports
See original component labels
VISIBILITY/WIPER49
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM35
UNKNOWN OR OTHER20
ENGINE6
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING4
STEERING3
SERVICE BRAKES2
WHEELS1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1
SEAT BELTS1
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD1
SEATS1
TIRES1
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING1
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH1
POWER TRAIN1
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL1
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 9 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Jul 17, 2026
Mileage, where supplied

6,125 miles is the median among 43 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 1,000–15,000 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

3 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Jul 29, 2021 Safety recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 21V587000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

Manufacturer campaign: WRG-21

Read campaign 21V587000 at NHTSA
Apr 16, 2020 Safety recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 20V218000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

Manufacturer campaign: WRD-20

Read campaign 20V218000 at NHTSA
Jun 26, 2019 Safety recallSTRUCTURECampaign 19V493000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and repair or repurchase the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUH-93.

Manufacturer campaign: WUH-93

Read campaign 19V493000 at NHTSA
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03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

422 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Aug 21, 2026 OtherSubaruNet Announcement (CThis Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.NHTSA ID 11036804

This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036804 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-158-26This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.NHTSA ID 11036814

This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036814 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-156-25RThis bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.NHTSA ID 11036810

This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036810 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-154-25RThis Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.NHTSA ID 11036809

This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036809 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-308-23RThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent …NHTSA ID 11036807

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036807 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-132-20RThis Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. This…NHTSA ID 11036806

This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036806 at NHTSA
Aug 13, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-304-22RThis Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11036796

This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036796 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2026 OtherArticle LocatorTechtips newsletter locator index.NHTSA ID 11036794

Techtips newsletter locator index.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036794 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-333-25RThis bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletinNHTSA ID 11036789

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036789 at NHTSA
Jun 12, 2026 OtherSubaruNet Annoucement (EThis announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.NHTSA ID 11034249

This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.

Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11034249 at NHTSA
Jun 2, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-156-25RThis bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the orignal bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11034242

This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the orignal bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11034242 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions02-195-26This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) for certain vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines.NHTSA ID 11034240

This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) for certain vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11034240 at NHTSA
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04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.

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