Just for reference, I just had timing belt done on my daughter’s 2011 legacy at our indy mechanic:Labor: $531 replace timing belt with front engine oil seals and water pump, idlers, tension, upper radiator hose, l inner timing coverParts: approximately $800Total approximately $1350
Best Timing belt for Subaru Legacy
Aisin is definitely a go to.
Gates timing belt broke and took out the engine in my old 2009 legacy with the sohc 2.5l. It was only installed for about 5 years and 60k mi / 96.5k km. Don't skimp on the most important belt your engine has, buy genuine subaru.
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Top manufacturers of timing belt for Subaru Legacy
This part for Subaru Legacy is made around the world. We have reviews for timing belt manufacturers from countries such as: Japan, USA .
In March 2026, the ranking of timing belt for Subaru Legacy on PartReview included 3 manufacturers. It is based on 3 reviews and 9 votes.
Which timing belt to choose for Subaru Legacy?
Last month, PartReview users preferred AISIN. 33% of positive votes went to this manufacturer.
In second place: timing belt OEM Subaru — 33%.
Third place: Gates with 0% of the votes.
In the overall ranking of timing belt, which aggregates opinions of owners of different car makes and models, these brands hold the following positions:
- AISIN ranked 1, PR Score — 97. Based on 35 reviews and 105 votes.
- OEM Subaru ranked 12, PR Score — 58. Based on 12 reviews and 36 votes.
- Gates — rank 2, PR Score — 72. Based on 83 reviews and 259 votes.
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