Subaru Impreza - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Subaru Impreza

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Subaru Impreza, for which Subaru has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Subaru Impreza. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Subaru Impreza have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest Impreza’s Issues in the EU

Subaru-Impreza-2019-Electronic-Park-Brake

All Impreza’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest Impreza’s Issues in the UK

SUBARU IMPREZA (2014 – 2018) – THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE
on 31/08/2022
SUBARU IMPREZA (13/05/2014 – 28/11/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
SUBARU IMPREZA (2016 – 2018) – BRAKE HOSE SEALING
on 15/11/2020
SUBARU IMPREZA (28/07/2016 – 21/08/2018) RECALL: Problem description: Vehicles are equipped with brake hose fittings with insufficient sealing.
SUBARU IMPREZA (2016 – 2019) – ENGINE STALL AND RESTART FAILURE
on 15/11/2020
SUBARU IMPREZA (20/09/2016 – 01/10/2019) RECALL: Problem description: Due to improper ECM programming, under certain circumstances, the ignition coil may be […]