Subaru Legacy 4WD

19901991 · 4 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
20
Best
20

The Subaru Legacy 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 4 different configurations spanning model years 1990 through 1991. Over this period, the Legacy 4WD has achieved a consistent combined fuel economy rating of 20 MPG. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1991
20
1990
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Legacy 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Subaru Legacy 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Subaru Subaru Legacy/Outback(prior to 2003 only; see 045 for 2003 on) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
22
Total Deaths
17

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.6%
Fire Occurrence
4.5%
Speeding Involved
13.6%
DUI Involved
13.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
27%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2022
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.86

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1990
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory