2011 Subaru Legacy Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 11%of 167 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Subaru Legacy, 11% of the 167 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When driving over even the slightest rough road, not potholes or large bumps, but surfaces that seem to be just rough or slightly rippled maybe, it varies from different surfaces, the struts shake and cause a loud vibrating noise as if they are loose. I have experienced this in other cars and the problem was a broken strut mount. When replaced it was fixed . I can't get the Subaru mechanics to experience this while they drive the car. I have been told the struts mounts have been checked and are tight. However I believe they may still be cracked or broken in some way. …”
NHTSA complaint #10918954, filed 2016-10, 16,000 miles“At highway cruising speeds of 60-75mph there is a vibration/shake that is felt through the steering wheel. When traveling long distances this vibration causes discomfort to hands/arms. Decreased tire pressure, road force balance, and steering wheel replacement (soa TSB) did not fix. Next step is to replace tires. These are bandaids to the problem. Please force a real solution.”
NHTSA complaint #10380818, filed 2011-02, 1,500 miles“Severe steering wheel/front end shimmy about 60+ MPH with normal driving. Pretty much a constant oscillation at road speed. Road force balancing of no help, nor do new tires have any effect. For goodness sake, NHTSA, please start a formal investigation of this significant and prevalent problem...please.”
NHTSA complaint #10359595, filed 2010-10, 350 miles“Vehicle sways side to side from one side of road to other side of road at highway speeds around 60 MPH. When vehicle is driven about 45 had not effect on steering. When driven on the highway the steering pulls extremely, unable to control the steering wheel while griping the steering wheel hard. The car is being pulled side to side at highway speed 60 MPH can not get the speed up pass 60 MPH and happens in slight windy conditions. Dealer is unable to locate the problem since all the tires are brand new, alignment is fully perfect. Suspensions are perfect.”
NHTSA complaint #10649503, filed 2014-10, 40,000 miles“While driving on the highway at 60+ MPH the vehicle exhibits a severe sway or pull from side to side. The severity of the swaying increases with speed, the driver has to fight the steering wheel to keep the vehicle centered in its lane. The sway/pull has been present since the first highway trip at about 1000 miles, and is still present after dealer checks and realignments. The swaying can be so severe as to make the driver feel the car is uncontrollable at normal highway speeds. The swaying can be so severe as to cause the vehicle to depart from its lane. …”
NHTSA complaint #10461698, filed 2012-06, 1,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11008259Sep 4, 2024This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
- 11005593Jul 8, 2024This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 | 3 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 4% |
| 2011 | 19 | 11% |
| 2010 | 7 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 2 | 6% |
| 2006 | 4 | 5% |
| 2005 | 7 | 4% |
| 2004 | 1 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 6 | 11% |
| 2001 | 6 | 8% |
| 2000 | 13 | 14% |
| 1999 | 8 | 9% |
| 1998 | 7 | 6% |
| 1997 | 9 | 6% |
| 1996 | 8 | 7% |
| 1995 | 14 | 8% |
| 1994 | 2 | 3% |
| 1992 | 1 | 2% |
| 1991 | 5 | 6% |
| 1990 | 3 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2011 Subaru Legacy
47 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsBrakes
18 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Subaru Legacy
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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