Common Body Problems
Rust and Corrosion Problems
OK, maybe it's not fair to pick on cold-weather vehicles for having corrosion problems, but the problem is much deeper than rotted body panels.
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The Trouble With Subaru Bodies
Body issues make up roughly 4% of all Subaru owner complaints. The majority of the issues have been reported by Forester owners.
The complaint we hear about most often is wind noise in the 2015 Legacy.
Where Body Complaints Happen
Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Worst Issues
- 2015 Legacy wind noise 8 (100%)
- 2018 Crosstrek paint chipped 3 (38%)
- 2006 B9 Tribeca hood flew up 2 (25%)
- 2016 Forester poor pant job 2 (25%)
- 2008 Impreza paint chipping on hood and front of car 2 (25%)
- 2002 Legacy subframe rust 2 (25%)
- 2014 Outback poor quality paint 2 (25%)