Subaru Legacy Second generation (BD) - Facelift (1999)
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Second generation (BD) - Facelift of Subaru Legacy has been in production in 1999.
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Subaru Legacy Second generation (BD) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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| Body style | Wagon, Hatchback, Sedan |
| Engine options | EJ253, 2.5L H-4, 162 HP, 167 lb/ft |
| Length | 180.9 - 185.8 in |
| Width | 67.50 in |
| Height | 55.3 - 63 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.50 in |
| Curb weight | 1905 - 3200 lbs |
| Number of doors | 4 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Front Headroom | 37.2 - 40.2 in |
| Rear Headroom | 36.5 - 39.5 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.10 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.60 in |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.90 gal |
| MPG (City/Highway) | 21 - 22/26 - 29 |
| Towing capacity | 2000 lbs |
| 0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 7.3 - 7.9 sec |
| ¼ mile time | 15.9 - 16.4 sec |
Subaru Legacy Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Subaru Legacy Second generation (BD) - Facelift production period from 1999 to 1999 drivers have reported 94 complaints. The most common problems are VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP.
| Model Year | Complaints |
| 1999 Legacy |
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| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i was almost at a dead stop when the car just surged foward once and before i could put the... |
12
~ 32664 miles |
| AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN while slowing vehicle on hills there is a jerking motion which can not be rectified it is engaging into gear. |
11
~ 20384 miles |
| ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC we have had the car inspected and tested twice. subaru says they find no defect with the brakes. we have... |
10
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| FRONTAL > AIR BAGS brakes failed resulting in accident no deployment of both passenger and driver side air bags during collision. nlm... |
7
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| SUSPENSION suspension alignment off and can not be rectified causing vehicle handling problems pulling.... |
6
~ 50333 miles |
| GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING repeated cold engine hesitation hazardous when turning onto busy street.... |
5
~ 8000 miles |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE dt*: the contact stated the check engine light is constantly illuminated. the vehicle was taken to dealer for diagnostic test... |
4
~ 147696 miles |
| ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING engine failure due to cracked #2 piston cross member was mis-manufactured-camber could not be adjusted to spec.... |
4
~ 16500 miles |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER check engine light remains on - it therefore gives warning for which no detectable cause can be found. subaru of... |
4
~ 14625 miles |
| AIR BAGS on 3/12/99 @ 0330 said vehicle was eastbound on i-70 and 3rd in topeka kansas. the vehicle hit a patch... |
4
~ 38784 miles |
| POWER TRAIN consumer test drove vehicle and ended up skidding into a ditch due to design of the all wheel drive with |
4
~ 58925 miles |
| MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while driving in snowy and cold conditions braking system malfunctioned at low speed causing brake pedal to go to the... |
3
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| TIRES car has pulled to the right since purchase. purchased vehicle late sept. 1998. ac did not work very well but... |
3
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| CHILD SEAT the design of the rear center seatbelt conflicts with the proper installation of many carseat designs. to date we have... |
3
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| ENGINE started noticing a problem when coming down a long steep hill with extensive shuddering when braking. when i got into... |
2
~ 158000 miles |
| TREAD/BELT > TIRES while driving 70 mph left passenger's side tire blew out causing tread separation. the consumer managed to pull over to... |
2
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| EQUIPMENT i have a 1999 subaru legacy wagon with 4 wheel disc brakes and 15 inch wheels. every time the front... |
2
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| SEAT BELTS my husband and i just returned from a child safety seat inspection. we have a 1999 subaru legacy. we had... |
2
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| STEERING vehicle has had continued steering and alignment problems causing difficulty handling. mjs... |
2
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| LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS i was test driving the car. i made a left turn on a gravel road. i expected the front wheels... |
2
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| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES with no prior warning at approx 90km/h or 55 mph south bound on hwy-11 near orillia on canada. the hood... |
1
~ 107385 miles |
| HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE with no prior warning at approx 90km/h or 55 mph south bound on hwy-11 near orillia on canada. the hood... |
1
~ 107385 miles |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM hesitation surging and bucking at mid-range engine rpms. this has been a recurrent problem despite replacement of the throttle position |
1
~ 101000 miles |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i recently bought a used 1999 subaru legacy wagon. the previous owner told me there was an oil leak that... |
1
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| COIL SPRINGS > SPRINGS > FRONT tl*the contact owns a 1999 subaru outback. while backing out of the driveway at approximately 5 mph the contact heard... |
1
~ 160000 miles |
| FRONT > SUSPENSION tl*the contact owns a 1999 subaru legacy. the contact was concerned that his vehicle may experience the failure mentioned in... |
1
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| INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the speedometer and odometer started working intermittently about four month ago. the dealer says the speedometer will have to... |
1
~ 109000 miles |
| COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING car overheated randomly. have replaced radiator water pump 3 thermostats head gaskets and had heads machined at shop. still overheated... |
1
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| LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES hood striker came loose from hood. hood came open while driving on freeway. crashing into windshield and causing an automobile |
1
~ 66644 miles |
| FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE engine warning light came on. dealer did analysis and states that fuel filler 'pipe' is corroded and needs to be |
1
~ 66800 miles |
| OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT recently acquired a 1999 suburu legacy brighton in excellent condition. was informed by seller that the owner's manual was never... |
1
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i have a 1999 subaru legacy wagon with 4 wheel disc brakes and 15 inch wheels. every time the front... |
1
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| MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN vehicle has a manual transmission. when driving in 5th gear transmission will "drop" out of gear without warning. *ak the... |
1
~ 77000 miles |
| BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE complained several times to dealer that car had no power poor gas mileage hesitation upon starting out motor fell apart... |
1
~ 66000 miles |
| ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE complained several times to dealer that car had no power poor gas mileage hesitation upon starting out motor fell apart... |
1
~ 66000 miles |
| CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN problems with vehicle's clutch.*mr clutch was replaced on three separate occassions due to faulty vehicle. *cb ... |
1
~ 37000 miles |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while driving at highway speeds there was a loud noise then the vehicle stalled out almost causing an accident. the |
1
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING park lights stay illuminated when vehicle is shuts off. dealer has been notified. please provide additional information.*ak... |
1
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| SEATS when driving pressed on brakes and very abruptly engine downshifted. also when stopping abruptly consumer lurched forward in seat. contact |
1
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| BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE front bumper skirt catches on parking space blocks at the head of parking spaces. this has pulled the bumper off... |
1
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| STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER fuel warning light has never worked according to manufacturer's specifications which is with 2.5 gallons remaining in the tank. typically... |
1
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| FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC brakes failed resulting in accident no deployment of both passenger and driver side air bags during collision. nlm... |
1
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| FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE engine failure due to cracked #2 piston cross member was mis-manufactured-camber could not be adjusted to spec.... |
1
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| WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY windshield experiences a problem with a unknown coasting causing poor visibility when defogger isused especially at night. dealer notified and |
1
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| AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT car has pulled to the right since purchase. purchased vehicle late sept. 1998. ac did not work very well but... |
1
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| AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN when letting off or stepping on gas pedal vehicle will begin to jerk due to excessive play in front axle. |
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| SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING brake light switch has a crack on one side and clip is broken on clip housing wire tie is holding |
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How to improve the appearance of your Subaru Legacy and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Subaru Legacy to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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All-Fit Automotive 2.5 Inch Universal Bu...
- ✔️ Protect your bumper from scrapes; OEM grade lip is made in the USA and does not rip or tear
- ✔️ The strongest bumper lip you can buy; Heavy duty material offers excellent protection
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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GOOACC 5PCS Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit N...
- SAVE TIME, FRUSTRATION AND MONEY -There are 5 pcs different kinds of trim tools, including 4 pcs car door panel removal tool and 1 fastener remover to facilitate your needs when repairing.
- PREMIUM GRADE NYLON...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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![GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51afRFQF3wL._AC_QL90_UL90_.jpg?ezimgfmt=0)
GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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![Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51uS6tYSLrL._AC_QL90_UL90_.jpg?ezimgfmt=0)
Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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maXpeedingrods Coilovers Adjustable Heig...
- 【Fit Perfectly】 For Subaru Legacy 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 BE sedan only.
- 【Spring Rate】 Front Spring rate: 9 kg/mm (504 lbs/in) & Rear Spring rate: 12 kg/mm (672 lbs/in). Spring length Front: 190mm &...
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Godspeed MSS0144 compatible with Subaru ...
- Compatible With Subaru Legacy (BE/BH) 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 8 kg/mm/6 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds...
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Godspeed(MRS2030) Subaru Legacy(BE/BH) 2...
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Black Path - Universal Coilover Reservoi...
- Fits Mitsubishi, Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge Models
- Designed to tightly secure your upgraded shock reservoirs
- Includes (2x) Billet Aluminum Coil-over Reservoir Brackets
- C.N.C. machined from a solid block of T6 Aircraft grade aluminum
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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Maintenance
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