These are standard specifications for the 2001 Subaru Legacy, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1998 - 2004 |
| Price : | $19,300-$24,400 |
| Weight : | 3285 lbs | 1490.051 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Flat 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 213 Ft-Lbs (289 NM) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.2 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.70:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
4 Automatic
Handling
Recall
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Airtex Products, LP |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13E065000 |
| Summary | Airtex Products LP (Airtex) is recalling certain model E8598M, E8518M, E8600M, E8596M, and E8597M fuel pumps manufactured July 26, 2013, and July 29, 2013 and used as aftermarket replacements on Subaru Baja's, Outback's and Legacy's. The affected fuel pumps were sold or installed into the aftermarket applications on or after July 26, 2013, and may may leak fuel from the base of a fuel line connection when the gas tank is full. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Recall is expected to begin on January 2, 2014. Customers may contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056. The recall is expected to begin during January 2014. This recall is being conducted by Airtex, not by Subaru. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19990501 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 03V153000 |
| Summary | THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME COMPONENTS WERE PRODUCED WITH POOR PAINT QUALITY WHICH, AFTER CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE ROAD SALTS FOR A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS, COULD RESULT IN RUST-OUT OF THE COMPONENT AND POSSIBLE BREAKAGE OF THE SUBFRAME. |
| Consequence | IF SUCH BREAKAGE OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING OPERATED, CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE AFFECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL CLEAN AND RUST-PROOF THE REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20000315 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V128000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, WAGONS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE COULD COME OUT OF ITS TRACK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER AND LODGE ON THE CONTROL LEVER TAB WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE THROTTLE WILL NOT RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION AND WILL REMAIN IN AN OPEN POSITION. |
| Consequence | IF THIS OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CRUISE CONTROL CABLE RETAINING CLIP TO THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER TAB ON THE THROTTLE SHAFT IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE FROM COMING OUT OF ITS TRACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
| Notes | SUBARU RECALL NO. WWQ-01.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20000621 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 00V392000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT BEIGE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT WEBBING WAS INSTALLED. THE BELT LENGTH IS TOO SHORT. |
| Consequence | THE SEAT OCCUPANT WOULD NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL BEIGE COLORED REAR CENTER LAP/SHOULDER BELTS WITH LOT NUMBER 0171. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20000814 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 00V391000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A CASTING FLAW IN THE RIGHT FRONT BEARING HOUSING COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING IF THE CASTING FLAW SHOULD EXIST IN THE TIE-ROD ARM. |
| Consequence | THIS CASTING FLAW COULD CAUSE GREASE LEAKAGE, FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILURE DUE TO LOSS OF GREASE, OR LOSS OF STEERING DUE TO TIE-ROD END SEPARATION. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FRONT BEARING HOUSINGS WITH A LOT NUMBER OF OF15. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 26, 2001.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20000816 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 00V393000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE FUEL LEAKAGE OF UNDER-HOOD FUEL HOSES AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES (-40 DEGREES C) ONCE THE FUEL HOSES AGE AND BECOME LESS FLEXIBLE. |
| Consequence | FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR UNDER-HOOD FUEL HOSES WITH LOT NUMBERS 0804 AND 0806 AND ALL FUEL HOSES WITH THOSE NUMBERS WILL BE REPLACED. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 26, 2001.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | SEATS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20001019 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 01V034000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUALLY-ADJUSTABLE (NON-POWERED) SEATS. CERTAIN INNER FRONT SLIDE RAIL LATCH MECHANISMS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED. |
| Consequence | IF AN INNER SLIDE RAIL LATCH MECHANISM BREAKS DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING, FORWARD AND REARWARD SEAT ADJUSTMENT WILL NO LONGER BE POSSIBLE. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SLIDE RAILS COULD BREAK, EXPOSING THE OCCUPANT TO A RISK OF INJURY. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE ONE OR BOTH FRONT SEAT INNER SLIDE RAILS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 30, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20010601 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 02V282000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS PLACED IN THE 'P' (PARK) POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM, THAT IS INTENDED TO HOLD YOUR VEHICLE, MAY NOT ENGAGE. |
| Consequence | THE VEHICLE COULD THEN MOVE/ROLL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION JANUARY 8, 2003. AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT DURING NOVEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
2001 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $25,850 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $42,350 |
| Avg. Home : | $136,150 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.46 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
2001 Subaru Legacy FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2001 Subaru Legacy?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has a wheelbase size of 104.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has lengths of 181.30 and 184.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has a width of 66.70 inches.Q: How much did the 2001 Subaru Legacy cost when new?A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy cost approximately $19,300 to $24,400 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy was offered as a Sedan, Station Wagon, Wagon.Q: What engine did the 2001 Subaru Legacy have? A: The engine powering the 2001 Subaru Legacy was a Flat 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 213 Ft-Lbs (289 NM) @ 4400 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2001 Subaru Legacy have? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy had a 4 speed Automatic gearbox.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2001 Subaru Legacy?
How many 2001 Subaru Legacy were produced?
How powerful was the 2001 Subaru Legacy? Was the 2001 Subaru Legacy popular? Was the 2001 Subaru Legacy expensive? What was the fuel economy of the 2001 Subaru Legacy?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has a wheelbase size of 104.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has lengths of 181.30 and 184.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy has a width of 66.70 inches.Q: How much did the 2001 Subaru Legacy cost when new?A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy cost approximately $19,300 to $24,400 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2001 Subaru Legacy? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy was offered as a Sedan, Station Wagon, Wagon.Q: What engine did the 2001 Subaru Legacy have? A: The engine powering the 2001 Subaru Legacy was a Flat 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 213 Ft-Lbs (289 NM) @ 4400 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2001 Subaru Legacy have? A: The 2001 Subaru Legacy had a 4 speed Automatic gearbox. Similarly Sized Vehicles
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