ServlogUpdated 2026-06-25
Does the Subaru Legacy Have a Timing Belt or Chain?
Compiled & reviewed by Nikolai Tsyrenov · Updated 2026-06-25 · confidence: high
2020-2025 (7th gen) Subaru Legacy — 2.5L FB25 boxer NA or 2.4L FA24 turbo boxer; 0W-20; Lineartronic CVT; Symmetrical AWD.
Answer: Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement (the FB/FA engines replaced the EJ's belt).
| Belt or chain | Timing chain — no scheduled replacement |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L FB25 boxer NA or 2.4L FA24 turbo boxer; 0W-20; Lineartronic CVT; Symmetrical AWD |
| Interference engine? | Not flagged in our data — confirm in your manual |
The Subaru Legacy uses a timing chain designed to last the engine's lifetime, so there's no scheduled replacement — one less recurring service to budget for than belt-driven rivals.
FAQ
Does the Subaru Legacy have a timing belt or a timing chain?
Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement (the FB/FA engines replaced the EJ's belt).
When does the Subaru Legacy timing belt need replacing?
Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement (the FB/FA engines replaced the EJ's belt).
Is the Subaru Legacy an interference engine?
Our data doesn't flag the Subaru Legacy as a known interference engine, but treat any timing-component failure as serious and follow the schedule in your owner's manual.
← Full Subaru Legacy maintenance schedule · Timing belt intervals for all cars
General guidance — confirm against your Subaru Legacy owner's manual.
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