Subaru Legacy Generation 1 (1996–1999)
Subaru Legacy Generation 1 (1996–1999) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Subaru Legacy — body generations
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
Engines used in the Legacy
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru 2.5L Boxer (FB25/EJ25) | 2010–2025 | 8 models | 157 |
| Subaru 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2020–2025 | 5 models | 15 |
Subaru Legacy fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
Used Subaru Legacy prices by year →
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 4 | 141 | Air Bags, Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System |
| 1997 | 6 | 146 | Engine And Engine Cooling, Hydraulic, Service Brakes |
| 1998 | 5 | 124 | Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Power Train |
| 1999 | 3 | 98 | Power Train, Hydraulic, Service Brakes |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.