Does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Subaru Legacy, the most recent reported on October 6, 2016 (Air bags: knee bolster, Steering: column). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Subaru Legacy?

Owners have filed 119 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is visibility/wiper (33 complaints), followed by electrical system (30).

How many 2017 Subaru Legacy complaints mention a crash or fire?

10 of 119 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Subaru Legacy recalls and problems

2 recalls and 119 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Subaru Legacy.

recalls

119

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.

2017 Subaru Legacy recalls

Air bags: knee bolster · Steering: column

NHTSA campaign 16V716000 · reported October 6, 2016 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 54 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Steering: column

NHTSA campaign 16V292000 · reported May 11, 2016 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 48,819 vehicles potentially affected

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

Most reported problems

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

Visibility/wiper33
Electrical system30
Unknown or other21
Steering9
Air bags7
Structure6
Engine5
Service brakes5
Fuel/propulsion system4
Power train4

What owners report

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

Sep 5, 2026 · 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. I can't tell what my milage is since the battery is so dead that none of the displays turn on when I hit the start button

Feb 15, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
Major fuel leak within engine bay

Jan 28, 2026 · 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.

Jan 27, 2026 · Service brakes · crash reported
I drove into the parking lot of Walgreens, then drove around and pulled into a parking spot facing the south side of the building and put my foot on the brake to stop and park. Instead of stopping, the car suddenly lurched forward violently and slammed into the brick wall of the building. My wife called 911 since I…

Dec 10, 2025 · Visibility/wiper
My 2017 Legacy is on it's 3rd windshield this year. I had impact damage on July 17th, had it replaced the first week of August, and it cracked without impact damage in October. Subaru refused to replace it under warranty and it was replaced through insurance in December. The genuine Subaru replacement windshields for…

Legacy model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
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
2019	3	123	2	1
2020	6	121	1	1

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

Questions

Does the 2017 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Subaru Legacy, the most recent reported on October 6, 2016 (Air bags: knee bolster, Steering: column). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Subaru Legacy?: Owners have filed 119 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is visibility/wiper (33 complaints), followed by electrical system (30).
How many 2017 Subaru Legacy complaints mention a crash or fire?: 10 of 119 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

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