1994 SUBARU IMPREZA
3 recalls, 8 complaints - 22 TSBs
09E025000 May 11, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
98V315000 Dec 11, 1998
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN OCCUR AFTER UNDERCARRIAGE CONTACT OF THE TOW HOOKS WITH CURBS, DIPS, SPEEDBUMPS, POTHOLES, ETC.
Consequence
UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE FRONT TOW HOOKS.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 1 |
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Oct 12, 1999
Incident date: Oct 11, 1999
WHILE DRIVING REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER DOES NOT WORK. TOOK TO DEALER AND DEALER SAID IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. *AK
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Sep 18, 1997
THE AIR COMPRESSOR UNIT CAN NOT BE ADJUSTED FOR INTERNAL PRESSURE, THE WHOLE UNIT HAS TO BE REPLACED AS PER DESIGN.
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Mar 4, 1997
CLICKING NOISE OCCURS WHEN THE CLUTCH IS DEPRESSED. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING AS WELL AS WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED. *AK
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Feb 11, 1997
CLICKING NOISE OCCURS WHEN THE CLUTCH IS DEPRESSED, WHEN DRIVING OR WITH ENGINE OFF.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 24, 1996
Incident date: Sep 20, 1996
WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, VEHICLE LURCHED FOWARD, LACK OF POWER , AND BACKFIRED. *AK
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Aug 12, 1996
Incident date: May 1, 1995
ON THREE OCCASIONS THE AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR BROKE, PURCHASED CAR NEW . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jun 21, 1996
Incident date: May 1, 1996
FRONT SUSPENSION, BOLTS THAT SHAFT TO THE RIGHT FRONT MISSING, CAUSING THE VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 21, 1995
Incident date: Dec 13, 1995
AUTO-TRAN: TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF DRIVE INTO REVERSE; DRIVER ACCELERATED; VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. TT
Crash
EPA Fuel Economy, 1994 SUBARU IMPREZA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1994 SUBARU IMPREZA
22 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
| 354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES | 1 |
| 151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | 1 |
| 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | 1 |
12-249-23R
Jul 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
01-167-08R
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-192-22R
Mar 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
14-22-16R
Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
14-22-16R
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
01-181-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
Subaru Tech Tips
May 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
14-22-16R
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
166399R
Dec 12, 2012
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
SB-05-50-10R
Feb 3, 2011
190000 TIRES
SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM
02
Feb 1, 2006
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT
170601
Apr 20, 2005
151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE LOWER SEAT BELT ANCHOR. *YH UPDATED *EH
035002
Dec 23, 2002
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT
130499
Apr 13, 1999
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT TOW-HOOK REMOVAL CAMPAIGN. *TT
010898
Aug 1, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
INFORMATION REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF RETROFIT AIR BAG
971006WXD61
Oct 6, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VARIOUS INFORMATION ON CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUBARU IMPREZA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE15012
Opened: Apr 10, 2015 , Closed: Jul 15, 2015
Passenger Front Air Bag Suppression
The Office of Defects Investigation opened this investigation on April 10, 2015 based on 26 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire reports involving the passenger frontal air bag in MY 2012 Subaru Impreza vehicles.These vehicles use a capacitive type Occupant Detection System (ODS), which is intended to classi... Read more
EA09011
Opened: Jul 2, 2009 , Closed: Dec 14, 2009
FUEL LINE LEAK
THE DESIGN OF THE FUEL LINE (METAL RAIL/RUBBER HOSE INTERFACE) IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FUEL ODOR AND/OR SEEPAGE IN EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS.OWNERS MOST OFTEN NOTICED FUEL ODOR IN THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT AREA DURING INITIAL COLD ENGINE START-UP.ONCE THE ENGINE IS WARMED, THE ODOR/SEEPAGE ISSUE ... Read more
PE09017
Opened: Mar 10, 2009 , Closed: Jul 2, 2009
FUEL LINE LEAK
COMPLAINANTS REPORT FUEL LEAKAGE MOST FREQUENTLY IN WINTER DURING INITIAL COLD ENGINE STARTUP.OWNERS WILL EITHER NOTICE A FUEL ODOR INSIDE THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT OR FUEL ODOR/LEAKAGE AT THE FUEL LINES ON THE RIGHT SIDE ATOP THE ENGINE. ONCE THE ENGINE HAS WARMED, THE ODOR/LEAKAGE MAY CEASE.SUBARU ... Read more
PE04002
Opened: Jan 7, 2004 , Closed: May 27, 2004
FUEL LINE LEAKAGE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT
SUBARU REPORTS THAT THE FUEL ODOR IS CAUSED BY FUEL SEEPAGE DURING COLD START OF THE ENGINE UNDER EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES. THE LEAK OCCURS IN A FUEL LINE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.IT REPORTS THAT THE FAILURE IS DUE TO THE MISALIGNED ANGLE BETWEEN TWO FUEL DELIVERY LINES WHICH RESULTED IN SUCH FU... Read more
EA97010
Opened: Apr 30, 1997 , Closed: Dec 23, 1998
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
IN ITS LETTER DATED DECEMBER 21, 1998, SUBARU STATED THAT THE VEHICLES IDENTIFIED ABOVE WILL BE RECALLED.SUBARU DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE FRONT TOWING/TIE-DOWN HOOKS.REFER TO NHTSA RECALL NO. 98V-315 FOR DETAILS.
PE96075
Opened: Dec 18, 1996 , Closed: Apr 30, 1997
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
ODI HAS REVIEWED 33 COMPLAINTS OF OVERSENSITIVE' AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT (I.E., ANY NON-CRASH DEPLOYMENT) RECEIVED BY ODI AND SUBARU INVOLVING MODEL YEAR 1995 SUBARU IMPREZA & LEGACY VEHICLES AND ALL OTHER IMPREZA & LEGACY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR BAG SYSTEMS IDENTICAL OR SIMILAR TO THOSE IN THE 1995 I... Read more
SUBARU IMPREZA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU IMPREZA across all model years (1993, 2024).
175
Total Recalls
3,453
Total Complaints
6
Investigations
264
Reported Crashes
59
Reported Fires
4
Reported Deaths
SUBARU IMPREZA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 52 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 19 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 100 | View |
| 2019 | 5 | 222 | View |
| 2018 | 5 | 181 | View |
| 2017 | 7 | 162 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 108 | View |
| 2015 | 2 | 99 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 157 | View |
| 2013 | 4 | 343 | View |
| 2012 | 6 | 337 | View |
| 2011 | 14 | 75 | View |
| 2010 | 15 | 61 | View |
| 2009 | 15 | 149 | View |
| 2008 | 15 | 249 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 84 | View |
| 2006 | 10 | 68 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 95 | View |
| 2004 | 8 | 113 | View |
| 2003 | 6 | 64 | View |
| 2002 | 6 | 339 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 13 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 54 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 27 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 55 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 38 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 1995 | 4 | 69 | View |
| 1994 (current) | 3 | 8 | |
| 1993 | 3 | 48 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |