Does the 2015 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Subaru Legacy, the most recent reported on April 27, 2016 (Electronic stability control (ESC)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru Legacy?

Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (37 complaints), followed by visibility/wiper (36).

How many 2015 Subaru Legacy complaints mention a crash or fire?

15 of 160 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Subaru Legacy recalls and problems

3 recalls and 160 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Subaru Legacy.

recalls

160

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Subaru Legacy recalls

Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 16V251000 · reported April 27, 2016 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 766 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Power train: automatic transmission · Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 15V502000 · reported August 10, 2015 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 2,893 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
The fix: 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.

Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking · Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 15V366000 · reported June 12, 2015 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 71,710 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system37
Visibility/wiper36
Unknown or other28
Engine23
Power train15
Fuel/propulsion system14
Vehicle speed control14
Service brakes12
Air bags10
Structure10

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 5, 2026 · Unknown or other
My 201 5 Subaru Legacy has approximately 49.000 miles. It suffered a drivetrain failure and was towed to a Subaru dealership. The dealership found metal shavings chunks in the CVT/transmission fluid and diagnosed an internal CVT failure requiring replacement. The dealership also diagnosed a front differential failure…

Mar 10, 2026 · Power train
2015 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, approximately 48,000 miles. CVT transmission failed suddenly with no prior warning signs. Vehicle was exclusively dealer-serviced for its entire life. While driving, the transmission began shuddering, slipping, and making metallic grinding noises. Vehicle could barely climb a small ramp and…

Feb 27, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system · crash reported
I am reporting a Sudden Unintended Deceleration event in my Subaru. The vehicle grinded to a halt without driver input. The car stopped in the left lane of a major highway. We put on our hazards and called the state police for help. They were unable to get to us in time. We were hit from the rear. The car's failure…

Jan 31, 2026 · Service brakes
Incident ~ 5:40 pm, Geneva NY Weather ~ 10 F, not snowing. Background. On or shortly after being started, the vehicle had exhibited prior incidents of extremely rapid engine acceleration not initiated by the operator. Most recently the day before. The incident: I was in the process of very slowly parking the vehicle…

Nov 21, 2024 · Air bags · 135,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while reversing into the driveway, the driver's side air bag unintendedly deployed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was scheduled to be towed to the local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of…

Legacy model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	16	90	7	0
2013	12	66	6	0
2014	10	53	4	2
2015	3	160	15	3
2016	3	147	9	0
2017	2	119	10	1
2018	3	117	7	1

Across all years, the 2005 Legacy has the most complaints (184). All Subaru Legacy years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Subaru Legacy, the most recent reported on April 27, 2016 (Electronic stability control (ESC)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru Legacy?: Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (37 complaints), followed by visibility/wiper (36).
How many 2015 Subaru Legacy complaints mention a crash or fire?: 15 of 160 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 5, 2026.