AI-generated · grounded in NHTSA data
Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2010 Subaru Legacy
Overall rating NHTSA-grounded
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000
The 2010 Subaru Legacy has several recalls, notably for airbag inflators and parking brake defects, but mostly region-specific. Common complaints include powertrain and engine issues. Despite these concerns, repair frequency and recall data suggest it maintains an average cost and reliability profile within its class.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage | Cost range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| powertrain | 70,000–100,000 miles | $1,000–$3,500 | common |
| engine | 80,000–110,000 miles | $1,500–$4,000 | common |
| airbags | any mileage | $0–$0 | occasional |
| steering | 60,000–90,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Change oil every 5,000 miles
- Replace air filter annually
- Brake fluid every 2 years
- Transmission fluid every 40,000 miles
- Coolant system check every 30,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual transmission noises
- Recurring engine misfires
- Airbag warning light
- Persistent steering vibration
Generated by gpt-4o on 6/18/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.