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2017 Subaru Legacy recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 2
Park-it warnings: 1
Complaints: 119
Latest campaign: Oct 6, 2016

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Steering	2	1	Oct 6, 2016	16V716000 16V292000

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

1Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Oct 6, 2016Latest campaign


Oct 6, 201616V716000	Steering: column If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the… DetailsHide details for campaign 16V716000 What's wrong Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly. Risk If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTL-72. Campaign NHTSA 16V716000 · Oct 6, 2016
May 11, 201616V292000	Steering: column The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash. Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 16V292000 What's wrong Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels. Risk The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Campaign NHTSA 16V292000 · May 11, 2016

Oct 6, 201616V716000

Steering: column

If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the…

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V716000

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the knee guard bracket may not be properly attached to the steering beam assembly.
Risk: If the knee guard is not properly attached and the driver is not wearing a seatbelt, the knee guard may not be able to properly restrain the driver's lower body in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the knee guard welding on each vehicle's steering beam, replacing the beam as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTL-72.
Campaign: NHTSA 16V716000 · Oct 6, 2016

May 11, 201616V292000

Steering: column

The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.

Do not drive until repaired

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V292000

What's wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
Risk: The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
Campaign: NHTSA 16V292000 · May 11, 2016

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component119

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

119Complaints filed

10Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

6Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Visibility/wiper	33	28	0	0	0
Electrical system	30	25	0	1	0
Unknown or other	21	18	1	1	0
Steering	9	8	1	0	0
Air bags	7	6	6	0	4
Structure	6	5	0	0	0
Service brakes	5	4	1	0	1
Engine	5	4	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	4	3	0	0	0
Power train	4	3	1	0	1
Visibility	3	3	0	0	0
Back over prevention	2	2	1	0	1
Suspension	2	2	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	2	2	1	0	0
Wheels	2	2	0	0	0

4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“Since the battery replacement settlement I've had 3 batteries die from my car being off, the latest battery replacement was 3/2026.”
Filed 09/05/2026 · ODI 11762314
Fuel/propulsion system
“Major fuel leak within engine bay”
Filed 02/15/2026 · ODI 11718100
Electrical system
“The battery has died several times and had to be replaced over the years due to a likely slow drain issue that Subaru is well aware of and was part of a class action suit against them.”
Filed 01/28/2026 · ODI 11713928

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2017 Subaru Legacy recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Subaru Legacy. The most recent, 16V716000 (reported October 6, 2016), concerns steering. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2017 Subaru Legacy recalls for?

The largest group is steering, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Subaru Legacy?

Visibility/wiper is the most-reported component, named in 33 complaints out of 119 filed with NHTSA (28%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Subaru Legacy?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Subaru dealer.

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