Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Subaru Legacy. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Electronic Stability Control System/FMVSS 126
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence
- Poor performance of the electronic stability control system when it is activated may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will perform an ABS activation, then flush and replace the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTC-64.
Transmission Oil Leak
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
- Consequence
- If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
Collision Mitigation Braking may not Function
- Summary
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
- Consequence
- If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
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Owner complaints (159)
159 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 159 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 37 | 23.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 36 | 22.6% |
| Unknown or other | 27 | 17% |
| Engine | 23 | 14.5% |
| Power train | 15 | 9.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 8.8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 8.8% |
| Service brakes | 13 | 8.2% |
| Air bags | 10 | 6.3% |
| Structure | 10 | 6.3% |
How 2015 compares with other Legacy years
Best and worst Legacy years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 167 | 16 |
| 2012 | 90 | 16 |
| 2013 | 66 | 12 |
| 2014 | 53 | 10 |
| 2015 | 159 | 3 |
| 2016 | 147 | 3 |
| 2017 | 119 | 2 |
| 2018 | 117 | 3 |
| 2019 | 123 | 3 |
| 2020 | 121 | 6 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Subaru Legacy 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 302 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 35 / 29 | $2,300 | 302 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 387 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2015 Legacy for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2015 Subaru Legacy FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Subaru Legacy have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 16V251000 (electronic stability control (esc)), 15V502000 (power train), 15V366000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Subaru Legacy problems?
Owners filed 159 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (37), Visibility/wiper (36), Unknown or other (27) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Subaru Legacy get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT version at 26 city, 35 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2015 Subaru Legacy get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Subaru Legacy 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (10.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 Legacy compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Subaru Legacy model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (53) and the 2011 the most (167). The 2015 drew 159. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.