repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. An incorrect fuse may fail to trip, allowing the blower to short circuit and increasing the risk of a fire.
2021 Autocar LegendProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2021 Autocar Legend. It is covered by 15 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-196 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 3, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Autocar Legend has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2021 Autocar Legend recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. A detached fastener can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. During a short circuit, the fusible link may ignite nearby material, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Hazard flashing warning lights: switch
Risk. Warning lights that do not illuminate when the ignition switch is in the OFF position can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk…
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repaired · 2026 Q1
Service brakes, air
Risk. A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Parking brake: indicator light
Risk. A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Seat belts: critical fasteners
Risk. Loose seat belt mounting fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Driveline: center support bearing
Risk. An improperly secured powertrain driveline can detach from the vehicle and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Bumpers: active shutters/grill
Risk. A detached grille bezel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Steering: column
Risk. A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. During a display restart, warning lights such as the seat belt, check engine, fuel level, and other important warnings may not display, increasing the risk of…
repaired · 2022 Q4
Suspension
Risk. If the transverse torque rod mounting bolts are not properly tightened, the bolts may fail and become disconnected from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Autocar.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Legend year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Legend median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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