2022 Subaru Legacy recalls

2 safety recalls, 34 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
34Complaints
5Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2022 Subaru Legacy recall list

Air Bags recall

24V-227
March 22, 2024 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.

Power Train recall

23V-755
November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Safety risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

2022 Subaru Legacy owner complaints

34 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Visibility/Wiper16
Unknown or Other8
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Electrical System3
Air Bags2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Lane Departure2
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Engine1

Recent complaints

October 2, 2026Power Train

On September 19, 2026, at approximately 93,500 miles, my vehicle suddenly lost drive power while I was driving in active traffic at about 22 to 23 mph (based on scan tool freeze frame data). Another vehicle was close behind me, and the sudden loss of propulsion created a real risk of a rear-end collision. I was able to get off the road and drive home at reduced power. The next day the vehicle would not engage Drive or Reverse and was inoperable. Component: The CVT (automatic transmission) failed. The vehicle is currently at a Subaru dealer and is available for inspection at this time. Warning signs: There were no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms before the failure. Multiple warning lamps

September 29, 2026Air BagsService BrakesForward Collision AvoidanceCrash1 injury

The vehicle engaged the automatic braking system also known as phantom breaking while there was no objects on the roadway at the time of the incident it was 5:15 a.m. dark and light rain when approaching a curve on the road driving approximately 30 mph the system engaged and applied the brakes in the curve which in turn put the t legal into a slide causing a vehicle crash. Furthermore the airbags did not deploy the police officers were very dumbfounded with the amount of damage and also the speed in which occurred I obtained back injuries and also hit my head

July 6, 2026Forward Collision AvoidanceCrash

Driving my car at 39mph and approaching a vehicle stopped at an intersection perpendicular to my left, she accelerated into my path and Subaru eyesight provided no warning and did not attempt to break at all before the collision occurred. I was able to slow to maybe 15 mph but disappointed eyesight did not work as intended.

April 10, 2026Vehicle Speed ControlEngineCrash

I experienced unintended acceleration while operating my vehicle. I was slowly pulling into a parking space at a gym when, without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly forward. I did not intentionally press the accelerator at that time. The unexpected acceleration caused the vehicle to surge ahead and collide with a light post, resulting in significant damage to the front bumper. Fortunately, there were no pedestrians or other vehicles in front of me, so no injuries occurred. This incident created a serious safety risk, as the sudden and uncontrolled acceleration could have resulted in harm to myself or others if anyone had been in the vehicle’s path. At this time, it is UNKNOWN

January 14, 2026Visibility/Wiper

Safety Hazard: Subaru Sun Visor I own a 2022 Subaru Legacy, the first new car I've ever owned. The visor (to protect eyes from the sun) is too short and not wide enough. The seat is raised as high as it will go. I CAN'T position myself to protect my eyes from the Sun. On 1/8/26, I left my home at 7:45 a.m. Around the corner from my home, local road, I approached an intersection with a Traffic Light. As I approached the intersection to turn left, the Sun (dead ahead) totally blinded me. It was a complete WHITE OUT. The Visor did NOTHING to protect my eyes from the sun. IT'S TOO SMALL and useless. I used one hand to shield my eyes from the Sun. It didn't help. I was helpless. I stopped my car,

2022 Subaru Legacy crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Subaru Legacy 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2022 Subaru Legacy: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 10.1%.

2022 Subaru Legacy recall FAQ

Does the 2022 Subaru Legacy have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2022 Subaru Legacy. The most recent, filed March 22, 2024, concerns the air bags.

What are the most common 2022 Subaru Legacy problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is visibility/wiper (16 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2022 Subaru Legacy safe?

The 2022 Subaru Legacy earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2022 Subaru Legacy?

Contact any authorized Subaru dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.