1995 SUBARU IMPREZA
4 recalls, 69 complaints - 24 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.
08E050000 Aug 11, 2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND A... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
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
69 total complaints
14 crashes 2 fires 19 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 21 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| WHEELS:HUB | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 22, 2014
REAR WIRES IN HATCH BOOT COMPLETELY SEVERED. NO THIRD BRAKE LIGHT, WIPER, OR DEFOGGER BECAUSE OF ISSUE. *TR
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 22, 2014
REAR WIRES IN HATCH BOOT COMPLETELY SEVERED. NO THIRD BRAKE LIGHT, WIPER, OR DEFOGGER BECAUSE OF ISSUE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 1, 2010
Incident date: Jan 6, 2010
GAS TANK FILLER TUBE HAS RUST THROUGH. CAN NOT FILL TANK OVER HALF FULL OR GAS WILL LEAK OUT. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Apr 1, 2005
Incident date: Feb 5, 2005
FUEL LEAK IN FILL TUBE. (RUST THROUGH). *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 17, 2005
Incident date: Mar 16, 2005
VEHICLE HIT A CURB ON THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. NO INJURY REPORTED. ALSO, NO DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, EXCEPT THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP, AND MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY DAMAGES, AND THE ... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Sep 24, 2003
Incident date: Jul 20, 2000
RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING WENT AT 53,743 MILES ON MY 1995 SUBARU IMPREZA. SUBARU HAD A TSB AND USED LEGACY BEARINGS FOR THE FIX. IF NOT FIXED TIRE CAN SEPARATE FROM CAR AND LOSE CONTROL.
SUSPENSION:REAR
Sep 24, 2003
Incident date: Mar 22, 2003
AT 53743 MILES RIGHT WHEEL BEARING WENT, FIXED BY DEALER. I NOTICED THE SAME NOISE AGAIN AT 78378, ONLY 24,635 LATER THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. I CALLED SUBARU AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS A WEAR ITEM. THIS SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED TWICE AND FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, I ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 25, 2002
Incident date: Nov 1, 2002
WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Sep 16, 2002
Incident date: Sep 13, 2002
WHILE DRIVING BOTH SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY WARNING, CAUSING INJURIES. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
2 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 3, 2001
Incident date: Mar 21, 2001
WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE SWIPE ACCIDENT, THE OTHER VEHICLE HIT ME IN THE FRONT QUARTER PANEL AND BOTH AIR BAGS IMMEDIATLEY DEPLOYED, CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD TO BREAK AND CAUSING ME TO RUN INTO A SIGN, RATHER THAN BEING ABLE TO CORRECT MYSELF. DUE TO THE AIRBAGS BEING DEPLOYED THE CAR WAS TOTALLED VS. ... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Mar 27, 2001
Incident date: Nov 25, 2000
WHILE DRIVING THE SHOULDER HARNESS LOCKING MECHANISM FAILED DURING VEHICLE COLLISION RESULTING IN SEVERAL INJURIES, CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO SUBARU FOR INSPECTION, THEY CLAIM IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, HOWEVER NOTHING HAS BEEN ISSUED IN WRITING STATING THIS. NLM
3 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 20, 2000
Incident date: Sep 8, 2000
WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT A COLLISION OCCURRING DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Aug 24, 2000
Incident date: Jul 1, 1998
GAS GUAGE READ FULL UPON FILLING TANK OF GAS, WHEN GUAGE READ 1/2 FULL, SUDDENLY DROPPED TO 'E', AND REMAINED FOR MANY MILES THEREAFTER.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Dec 7, 1999
CRANKSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT SEAL, TIMING BELT AND WATER PUMP WERE REPLACED. *MJS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Jul 17, 2000
STARTER FAILED AND REQUIED REBUILDING. *MJS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Dec 7, 1999
CRANKSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT SEAL, TIMING BELT AND WATER PUMP WERE REPLACED. *MJS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Mar 8, 2000
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR OPEN OR SHORTED OUT CAUSING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE. *MJS
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Mar 8, 2000
LOCK NUT ON THE CLUTCH WAS MISSING AND REQUIRED REPAIR. *MJS
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Sep 9, 1999
NEW THROTTLE BODY, NEW CLUTCH, NEW FUEL SENDING UNIT INSTALLED. *MJS
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Sep 9, 1999
NEW THROTTLE BODY, NEW CLUTCH, NEW FUEL SENDING UNIT INSTALLED. *MJS
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Oct 29, 1999
AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR FAILED. *MJS
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Sep 9, 1999
NEW THROTTLE BODY, NEW CLUTCH, NEW FUEL SENDING UNIT INSTALLED. *MJS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
Jul 17, 2000
HORN FAILED, COULD NOT REPAIR DUE TO AIR BAG. *MJS
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 17, 2000
Incident date: Apr 16, 1999
IDLE CONTROL UNIT FAILED. *MJS
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 30, 2000
Incident date: May 28, 2000
WHILE DRIVING 35-40 MPH HAD A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT, AND DRIVER'S/ PASSENGER'S AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, WHICH DID NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANTS IN THIS CRASH. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH AIRBAG SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
Crash
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
Mar 3, 2000
CONSUMER DROVE OVER RAILROAD TRACKS AT APPROXIMATELY 10-12 MPH WHEN DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT UNDERCARRIAGE OR ANY KIND OF IMPACT, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. CAUSE UNKNOWN. REPAIRS FOR RECALL 98V315000/ TOWING APPARATUS WAS DONE IN 2/2000, AND IT WAS REMOVED PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 3, 2000
CONSUMER DROVE OVER RAILROAD TRACKS AT APPROXIMATELY 10-12 MPH WHEN DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT UNDERCARRIAGE OR ANY KIND OF IMPACT, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. CAUSE UNKNOWN. REPAIRS FOR RECALL 98V315000/ TOWING APPARATUS WAS DONE IN 2/2000, AND IT WAS REMOVED PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 19, 2000
Incident date: Nov 14, 1999
WHILE UNSCREWING GAS CAP, VEHICLE TURNED OFF AT THE TIME, BALL OF FIRE CAME OUT OF THE TANK AROUND GAS CAP OPENING, DEALERSHIP WAS NOT ABLE TO LOCATE DEFECT/PROBLEM. *MJS
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Nov 16, 1999
Incident date: Nov 14, 1999
I DROVE MY 1995 SUBARU IMPREZA TO THE GAS STATION (JUST A FEW MILES UP THE ROAD); TURNED THE CAR COMPLETELY OFF. I PULLED THE RELEASE TO OPEN THE GAS DOOR. AFTER I BEGAN TO UNSCREW THE GAS CAP (I DID NOT GET THE CAP COMPLETELY OFF) A BALL OF FIRE CAME OUT OF THE GAS TANK AROUND THE GAS CAP. THE F... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Nov 9, 1999
Incident date: Sep 1, 1999
OUTSIDE EXTERIOR POWER REAR VIEW MIRRORS HAS FAILED ON TWO OCCASIONS. CAUSE UNKNOWN. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Sep 27, 1999
Incident date: Sep 15, 1999
FLOATING GASOLINE GAUGE. GAUGE SHOWS CONSTANT FLUCTUATIONS FROM 3/4 TANK TO EMPTY REGARDLESS OF AMOUNT OF GASOLINE IN TANK.
WHEELS:HUB
Aug 31, 1999
Incident date: Feb 21, 1999
SUBARU MECHANIC STATED THIS WAS DEFECT OF THIS YEAR AND MODEL OF SUBARU, THE ONLY WAY TO KEEP HUBCAPS ON WAS TO MODIFY WHEELS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Feb 17, 1999
THE HEADLIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF EXCEPT WHEN RAINING, THE HEADLIGHTS GO COMPLETELY OUT. DEALER CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 17, 1999
FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG CAUSED INJURY TO DRIVER (ATTORNY FOR CLIENT).
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 5, 1999
Incident date: Dec 25, 1998
AIR BAGS DEPOYED BY HITTING A SMALL DIP IN THE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 5-10 MPH OR LESS. DEALER CONTACTED. DUE TO DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS DAMAGE TO INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE, WINDSHIELD EXPLODED THE REARVIEW MIRROR FLEW THROUGH THE CAR AND SHATTERED THE REAR WINDOW, KNOBS CAME OFF THE DASHBOARD. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 15, 1998
Incident date: Aug 13, 1998
AIR BAGS DEPLOYED DURING A U-TURN NEAR A CURVE. PUT THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE, SPEED LESS THAN 5 MPH. DEALER CONTACTED, AND STATED NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND CHECK IT FOR INVESTIGATION. EXTENDED WARRANTY EFFECTIVE. NO RESPONSE IN REFERENCE TO THE PROBLEM. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 5, 1998
Incident date: Dec 5, 1996
ENGINE FAILURE.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 5, 1998
FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG WHILE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 4, 1998
Incident date: Jan 29, 1998
BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHEN THE VEHICLE TRANSPORT LOOPS SCRAPED THE PAVEMENT AT 10 MPH.
2 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 3, 1998
Incident date: Jan 29, 1998
FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHEN VEHICLE'S TRANSPORT HOOKS SCRAPED THE PAVEMENT WHEN ENTERING A PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH.
2 injured
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Jan 5, 1998
PASSENGER FILLS WITH NOXIOUS FUMES WHEN DEFROSTER OR HEATER IS ON.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Jul 19, 1997
Incident date: Jul 11, 1996
BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALMOST TO THE FLOOR WHEN STOPPING.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 7, 1997
Incident date: Jan 7, 1997
AIR BAGS: DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-35MPH AND HIT A DEER . DRIVING A T A SLOW SPEED AND BY A DEER, BEING A LIGHTWEIGHT OBJECT, DO NOT FEEL THAT THE AIR BAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. *AK
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Jun 21, 1996
FUEL ODOR SEEPING INSIDE VEHICLE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Jun 21, 1996
BRAKE NOISE.
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Jul 5, 1996
AIR CONDITIONER VALVE LEAKING, CAUSING GAS ODOR.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Aug 21, 1996
FUEL SYSTEM ROLLOVER VALVE REPLACED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Aug 21, 1996
FUEL SYSTEM CANISTER REPLACED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Dec 22, 1995
IGNITION SWITCH FAULTY.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 13, 1997
Incident date: Jan 3, 1997
HAD A FRONTAL COLLISION, NEITHER OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK
Crash
Showing 50 of 69 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1995 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) | 21.0 | 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, 1995 SUBARU IMPREZA
24 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES | 1 |
| 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | 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)
06-68-19R
Jul 11, 2019
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o
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
034899
Jul 14, 1999
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT FIRST GEAR POPPING OUT WHILE DRIVING. *TT
130499
Apr 13, 1999
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT TOW-HOOK REMOVAL CAMPAIGN. *TT
971006WXD61
Oct 6, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VARIOUS INFORMATION ON CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. *YC
114695
Oct 1, 1995
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
KNOCK SENSOR. *SD
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 (current) | 4 | 69 | |
| 1994 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 48 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |