JohnnieNotHappy

^^ Wow, the stupid gene runs strong on this forum. Why do you people ask for reports of CVT issues, just to attack the reporter?

^^ Butt hurt much?? I posted an accurate account of what did occur to my Subaru Legacy. This is a forum asking for feedback on CVT is it not?? Jeesh

I own a 2013 Legacy Premium with the 2.5i engine. The transmission seized up while I was driving at highway speeds in traffic (about 70mph). Without warning the car comes to an abrupt halt. All 4 wheels lock up and I am almost rear ended by the other motorists behind me. My car is now sitting in the right lane of traffic on the highway. It happened so quickly I could not steer it to the side of the road. I was able to put it in neutral and push it over to the shoulder. I have it towed home, and then the next morning to a Subaru dealer.

 

I just heard back from the Subaru mechanic. He tells me the torque converter failed and the transmission needs to be replaced. Installation of a new CVT transmission runs $7,500 or more. Subaru offers a 5 year - 60,000 mile power train warranty. My car has 58,300 miles on it! Had I driven this thing for another month or two it would have gone over the 60k warranty and I would have been screwed! Great that Subaru is honoring the warranty, but a transmission should not fail at 58K. And the replacement cost is outrageous! Subaru recommends the transmission be serviced at 100k. Year right!! CVT Transmissons are crap. Avoid them if you can. My car has had every service performed on Subaru's recommended schedule. I do not drive it harshly. I am pleased with the customer service from Subaru, but I am not pleased with the product they sold me.

 

When I get my car back next week with the new transmission installed, its going on the market. Time to by a new car again