2013 Subaru Legacy Problems
Compared with other Subaru Legacy years
Typical for this model
44/100 0.9× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.9× that of a typical Subaru Legacy year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 20 of its 66 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported problem: Excessive oil consumption (burning oil) (17 complaints, median 40,508 mi).
- 12 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2012, 2014
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 66filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles, 47 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 12campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 24 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl AWD · 21 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Subaru Legacy (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of this 2013 Legacy most often report excessive oil consumption from the 2.5L engine, with many saying they add a quart between oil changes and dealers calling the rate normal. Later in life the CVT transmission draws a second cluster of reports, mostly valve body and torque converter problems at higher mileage, while several complaints concern airbag recalls, deployment, and warning lights along with an electronic parking brake fault.
- Engine
Excessive oil consumption (burning oil)
- 17 complaints (26%)
- median 40,508 mi at 3.8 yrs old (13 state mileage)
- filed 2014–2024
Owners describe adding a quart of oil every few thousand miles, with the low oil warning light coming on between scheduled changes. Several say the dealer told them the consumption was normal, while others report oil consumption testing, piston ring and short block replacement, or repeated engine replacement without lasting improvement. Some mention a service bulletin about oil control piston rings and carrying spare oil on trips. Reported from a few thousand miles up through 150,000 miles, appearing in both early and higher-mileage vehicles.
What to check: Check the oil level and look for a fuel or burnt smell, ask for oil change and top-off records, and ask whether an oil consumption test or piston ring work was ever done.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Unusual oil consumption. Currently there is a class action lawsuit ongoing. I have my service report papers, a TSB report (surface treatment change to oil control piston rings) and my car has been checked out by walnut creek Subaru dealership, but they state the problem is not severe enough to do anything at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #10872152, filed 2016-06, 40,508 miles“The issue is with the oil consumption. I purchase a 2013 Subaru Legacy limited in january 2014 with just over 12,100 miles on it . I would do a full synthetic oil change regardless but this make/model/year requires full synthetic. The 0w full synthetic is wicked expensive to begin with. I have brought the car in 3 times in the 10 months I have owned it for an oil consumption test and of course I am told there is nothing wrong. …”
NHTSA complaint #10644230, filed 2014-10, 13,000 miles - Air bags
Airbag warning lights and non-deployment
- 12 complaints (18%)
- median 27,500 mi at 2.9 yrs old (7 state mileage, few)
- 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2014–2019
Owners report the airbag warning light coming on, sometimes along with the passenger airbag off and seat belt warning indicators, and dealers replacing sensors or recalibrating the system. Several complaints describe airbags that did not deploy in a collision, and others concern the passenger inflator recalls and long waits for parts. Warning light reports come mostly under 15,000 miles; non-deployment and recall complaints appear across a wide mileage range.
Recall 20V001000Recall 20V003000Recall 20V002000Recall 19V008000Recall 19V007000Recall 19V009000Recall 18V012000
What to check: Ask whether the passenger inflator recalls were completed, and confirm the airbag warning light goes out after the bulb check when the car is started.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Subaru Legacy driver side air bag failure. Was pulling forward on a green light when I was t-boned on drivers side door and front wing/wheel. My speed approx 5 MPH,, straight, other car driving above the threshold for a front airbag to deploy in a hyundai sonata 2013, which I believe above 14 MPH into solid concrete wall or 28 MPH parked car per tests. Hyundai car was perpendicular to Legacy when it struck. Side airbags failed to deploy despite extensive damage to driver door and left wing. …”
NHTSA complaint #10746004, filed 2015-08, 27,500 miles“I received a recall for passenger air bag and the company set up an appointment for me. However, I remember receiving a recall for the drivers side air bag a year or so ago, and when I called the company I purchased it from, they told me the recall was not meant for my Legacy, so I threw away the letter. Now I am wondering - was there a recall for the drivers side and can I still get it replace by that company?”
NHTSA complaint #11207114, filed 2019-05 - Transmission and drivetrain
CVT transmission noise, shudder or failure
- 15 complaints (23%)
- median 104,733 mi at 7.3 yrs old (10 state mileage)
- owner-quoted repair $1,800 (median of 6 quotes)
- filed 2014–2022
Complaints describe whining or abnormal noise from the transmission, erratic or delayed shifting, and in some cases the car losing power or stalling while driving. Dealers diagnosed CVT valve body or torque converter solenoid problems and in several cases replaced the transmission; owners report the repairs were expensive and sometimes covered only by extended warranty. Mostly reported between roughly 80,000 and 150,000 miles, often after years of gradual noise that worsened.
What to check: Drive at steady highway speed and listen for whining or shudder, check for a delayed or harsh engagement when shifting, and ask whether the CVT fluid was serviced and whether any valve body work was done.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“There was a horrible whining that started very quiet on and off in 2017 and became louder this year. We drove into a city intersection to turn, and the car stalled. We were lucky that we didn't get hit by another car. We took it to the dealership as we do all recommended maintenance and something was really wrong to make it stall like that. The dealership said that it is a CVT transmission, and they are known to have this problem. Told us to call Subaru. …”
NHTSA complaint #11343752, filed 2020-08, 150,000 miles“While traveling on a busy interstate. My car suddenly jerked as if I had put into neutral. I was traveling approximately 65 MPH. Nearly causing an accident trying to get off the highway. It would not engage in manual or automatic mode. After having it towed to a mechanics shop, it was discovered that the CVT transmission had failed, without warning. This could have resulted in a very serious accident if I would not have been able to get to the shoulder of the road.”
NHTSA complaint #11341920, filed 2020-07, 145,000 miles - Brakes
Electronic parking brake fault and stuck brake
Mentioned in 4 of 60 sampled complaints
Complaints describe the electronic parking brake becoming stuck and not releasing, leaving the car immobile, and in other cases the brake warning light and cruise control not working with a dealer diagnosis of the parking brake control panel. Some owners note a recall exists for manual-transmission cars and question why automatic cars are not covered. Reported from around 30,000 miles upward, sometimes shortly after purchase of a used car.
What to check: Cycle the parking brake on and off a few times during a test drive, confirm the brake and cruise control lights behave normally, and ask whether the parking brake recall or control panel replacement applies.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“We just bought this car and 2 days later the service engine light went on and the brake icon was blinking and the cruise control didnt work. A Subaru dealer told me that it needs the parking break electrical control panel. I find this strange as the car is only 6 years old. Please advise me what you find out.”
NHTSA complaint #11220297, filed 2019-06, 109,339 miles“#1 since the vehicle was purchased I had to add at least one quart of oil to the engine between each recommended oil change. I informed the dealer who had me return approx 1300 miles after my last oil change, which I did. The dealer indicated to me that the oil level was fine. By 3,700 miles the oil warning light came on and I had to add a quart of oil. #2 since the vehicle was purchased I had to turn the rotors or purchase new rotors every 6 month. When you try to stop the braking system has extensive shaking when braking. …”
NHTSA complaint #11103949, filed 2018-06, 20,000 miles - Steering
Steering wander, pull or column looseness
Mentioned in 4 of 60 sampled complaints
Owners describe the car wandering or pulling to one side at highway speed, with inspections finding no cause and adjustments not correcting it. Others report the telescopic steering wheel not locking into position, with one dealer replacing the steering shaft while stating the vehicle was outside a steering column recall. Reported from very low mileage up to about 105,000 miles, including cars with only a few hundred miles.
What to check: Test drive at highway speed on a straight stretch and check for pull or wander, and confirm the steering wheel locks firmly at each tilt and telescope position.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My mechanic told me there was a recall on older Legacy's like 2010-2012 about the brake lines. He went on to check my brake lines (with my car on a lift) and saw they were completely rusted out and swollen. Also, for some reason when I'm driving, my car pulls to one side or the other, specifically on the highway. I cannot drive straight or let go of the steering wheel or else it'll pull me off the road. My mechanic has already looked everything over and said everything was good. So I'm not sure where the problem is but it's with the steering.”
NHTSA complaint #11089971, filed 2018-04, 105,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle began to swerve. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated they could not diagnose the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,000. The VIN was unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10524094, filed 2013-07, 1,000 miles
Buying note. Have a mechanic check oil consumption history and the CVT for noise or delayed engagement before buying, and confirm the open airbag inflator recalls were completed. Service records showing oil top-offs and CVT fluid changes are worth asking for.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 66 consumer complaints for the 2013 Subaru Legacy. 47 of the complaints include a mileage, and 64% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 30,000 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns and 503 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 14 Subaru Legacy model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 44 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine18 27%
- Air bags14 21%
- Electrical system6 9.1%
- Other or unknown5 7.6%
- Body and structure5 7.6%
- Brakes4 6.1%
- Steering4 6.1%
- Vehicle speed control4 6.1%
- Seat belts3 4.5%
Also reported: Engine cooling (2), Seats (2), Electronic stability control (1), Exterior lighting (1), Fuel system (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Since the vehicle was purchased I had to add at least one quart of oil to the engine between each recommended oil change. I informed the dealer who had me return approx 1300 miles after my last oil change, which I did. The dealer indicated to me that the oil level was fine. By 3,700 miles the oil warning light came on and I had to add a quart of oil. The Subaru has approx 24,550 miles. I have never owned a vehicle where I had to add oil prior to scheduled oil change.”
NHTSA complaint #10711818, filed 2015-04, 3,500 milesAir bags: “Takata recall. We got a recall notice from Subaru, recall tkb19, stating that no passengers should be allowed to ride in the passenger seat until the repair is performed. However, the only Subaru in the raleigh area said the earliest the repair could be done was in august; I called late in march. My wife rides in the passenger seat, so now we cannot use the vehicle, which is not acceptable, what can be done to get Subaru to either perform the repair soon or provide a loaner meanwhile ? Thanks”
NHTSA complaint #11192673, filed 2019-03, 1 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Car has extended cranking issue - it acts like the starter is bad or the battery is dying. Took it to the dealer and told them that the car has a hard time starting. It has died a couple times so I replaced the battery with an interstate battery and they told me that the battery was bad. I had the battery checked and it is definitely not bad. Asked the dealer to check the starter and they said it is fine. It seems that the car has some other issue with power being drawn from somewhere else.”
NHTSA complaint #11309418, filed 2020-02, 98,000 milesElectrical system: “Airbag fault warning light turn on with front passenger airbag off light turn on and the front passenger seat belt unbuckle warning also turn on while driving. There is a passenger in the front seat with seat belt on. Turn off the car and started the car again multiple time did not resolve the problem, the passenger air bag light stay off with seat belt warning light on even with or without front passenger.”
NHTSA complaint #10568076, filed 2014-03, 1,500 milesMileage when problems were reported
64% of the 47 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 86,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Subaru Legacy. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 · 10.1% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2013 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2014: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2013 Subaru Legacy version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | CVT | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Legacy AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Legacy AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 20V001000Jan 2, 2020Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Subaru Legacy 2003–2014, Outback 2003–2014, WRX 2004–2014 +4 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (STI included), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of…
- 20V002000Jan 2, 2020Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Subaru Legacy 2003–2014, Outback 2003–2014, WRX 2004–2014 +4 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of…
- 20V003000Jan 2, 2020Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Subaru Legacy 2003–2014, Outback 2003–2014, WRX 2004–2014 +4 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of…
- 19V297000Apr 11, 2019Electrical system › Ignition › SwitchCovers: Subaru Legacy 2005–2014, Outback 2005–2014, WRX 2008–2014 +3 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-2008 Tribeca vehicles equipped with a mechanical key…
- 19V007000Jan 9, 2019Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Subaru Legacy 2010–2014, Outback 2010–2014, WRX 2010–2014 +4 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Forester, 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, Legacy, and 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana…
- 19V008000Jan 9, 2019Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Subaru Legacy 2010–2014, Outback 2010–2014, WRX 2010–2014 +4 more
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, and Legacy vehicles, 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 Forester vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of…
See all 12 recalls for the 2013 Subaru Legacy → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 503 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037943Oct 5, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.
- 11037940Sep 18, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.
- 11037930Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments.
- 11037929Sep 14, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. 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.
- 11037927Sep 14, 2026Electrical system. 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.
- 11036810Aug 20, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
- 11036807Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. 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…
- 11036796Aug 13, 2026Electrical system. 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.)
- 11036794Aug 5, 2026Electrical system. Techtips newsletter locator index.
- 11036789Aug 1, 2026Electrical system. 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
Other model years of the Subaru Legacy
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 1,500 | 0 | 5 | 30 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 17 | — | 0 | 5 | 30 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 10 | 1,025 | 2 | 5 | 30 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 34 | 8,000 | 2 | 5 | 30 | 38 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 31 | 5,150 | 3 | 5 | 30 | 26 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2020 | 121 | 5,900 | 6 | 5 | 30 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2019 | 123 | 6,125 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 71 · More | Stable |
| 2018 | 117 | 20,450 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 65 · More | Stable |
| 2017 | 119 | 31,000 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2016 | 147 | 35,000 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 69 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 160 | 16,070 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 87 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 53 | 30,284 | 10 | 5 | 24 | 34 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 66 | 30,000 | 12 | 5 | 24 | 44 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 90 | 87,500 | 16 | — | 22 | 28 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2011 | 167 | 77,000 | 16 | 4 | 22 | 75 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 150 | 70,000 | 18 | — | 22 | 79 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 65 | 72,486 | 13 | — | 21 | 38 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 65 | 78,256 | 9 | — | 21 | 20 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 33 | 65,392 | 9 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 87 | 98,000 | 7 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 184 | 74,000 | 9 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 49 | 85,000 | 10 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 60 | 79,800 | 14 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 54 | 66,750 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 77 | 62,540 | 7 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 94 | 94,815 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 94 | 101,000 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 114 | 108,048 | 4 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 139 | 92,000 | 5 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 123 | 90,000 | 3 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 182 | 166,116 | 2 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 60 | 125,000 | 0 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1993 | 77 | 114,385 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 55 | 124,900 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 78 | 149,630 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 81 | 72,000 | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Subaru Legacy model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru Legacy?
Owners of this 2013 Legacy most often report excessive oil consumption from the 2.5L engine, with many saying they add a quart between oil changes and dealers calling the rate normal. The issues reported most often: Excessive oil consumption (burning oil); Airbag warning lights and non-deployment; CVT transmission noise, shudder or failure.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Subaru Legacy have?
NHTSA recorded 66 consumer complaints for the 2013 Subaru Legacy as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 Subaru Legacy is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 18 complaints (27% of the total), followed by air bags with 14.
Has the 2013 Subaru Legacy been recalled?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2013 Subaru Legacy do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2013 Subaru Legacy 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Subaru Legacy get?
The EPA rates the 2013 Subaru Legacy (Legacy AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 21 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Subaru Legacy reported?
Among the 47 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 30,000 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 86,000 miles; 64% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.