2000 SUBARU IMPREZA
4 recalls, 54 complaints - 54 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.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Complaint Statistics
54 total complaints
8 crashes 3 fires 1 injuries 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 2 |
| TIRES | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 29, 2017
Incident date: Oct 28, 2017
I WAS PULLING OUT OF A SERVICE BAY AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, I WAS GOING A LITTLE TO FAST SO I HIT THE BRAKE, THE CAR ACCELERATED, I LET UP OFF THE PEDAL AND BRAKED AGAIN AND IT ACCELERATED AGAIN. I BUMPED THE ATTENDANT IN FRONT OF ME AND KNOCKED HIM DOWN. HE SAID HE WAS OK. I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHAT H... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 18, 2014
Incident date: Nov 18, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE W... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 10, 2014
Incident date: Jan 23, 2014
VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. FOUND SERIOUS FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL LINES AND INTAKE MANIFOLD. DEALER/OTHER OWNERS REPORTED SAME PROBLEMS FOR THIS MODEL. *TR
TIRES
Jan 28, 2013
Incident date: Oct 30, 2012
RE: GENERAL ALTIMAX RT 205/60R15 DOT 65TM3T3 (PER CONTINENTAL). TREAD SEPARATION/BUBBLED SIDEWALLS WHEN VEHICLE TRAVELING 50-55MPH. DRIVER FELT TIRE GOING FLAT & PULLED OVER TO FIND SIDEWALL BUBBLED & DISTORTED AROUND ENTIRE CIRCUMFERENCE. SENT TO CONTINENTAL TIRE (ADMINISTRATOR OF THE GENERAL TIRE ... Read more
TIRES
Dec 21, 2009
Incident date: Dec 1, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 SUBARU IMPERZA. THE REAR CONTINENTAL TIRES MADE A LOUD NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE TIRES WERE TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED ABNORMAL TREAD WEAR INSIDE OF THE SIDE-WALL. THE TIRES ARE CUPPED AT THIS POINT. THE TECHNICIANS INSPECT... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jul 29, 2008
Incident date: Sep 27, 2006
RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING REPLACED 63948, 67346, 84427 MILES. HAD TO GO ON THE INTERNET TO FIND OUT THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. SHORTLY AFTER BUYING THE CAR (NEW) THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A NOISE LIKE SOMETHING RATTLING INSIDE OF IT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AN... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Jan 21, 2007
Incident date: Jan 20, 2007
TURN SIGNAL DIMMER SWITCH. HEAD LIGHTS GO OUT IF TURN SIGNAL IS TOUCHED. FAILURE OF LIGHTS OPERATING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT FOR SECONDS UNTIL LIGHTS TURN BACK ON. NO CORRECTION MADE YET. WATER PUMP MAKING HIGH PITCH SOUND. FAILURE OF PUMP COULD CAUSE SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. NO CORRECTION MADE ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jan 21, 2007
Incident date: Jan 20, 2007
TURN SIGNAL DIMMER SWITCH. HEAD LIGHTS GO OUT IF TURN SIGNAL IS TOUCHED. FAILURE OF LIGHTS OPERATING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT FOR SECONDS UNTIL LIGHTS TURN BACK ON. NO CORRECTION MADE YET. WATER PUMP MAKING HIGH PITCH SOUND. FAILURE OF PUMP COULD CAUSE SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. NO CORRECTION MADE ... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jun 26, 2006
Incident date: Jun 23, 2006
DEFECTIVE WHEEL BEARINGS. REPLACED REAR-RIGHT IN 2002, REAR LEFT FEB 2004, BOTH REAR JUN 2006. *NM
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Dec 15, 2005
Incident date: Dec 14, 2005
I HAVE A 2000 SUBARU IMPREZA WAGON....I BOUGHT IT NOV 2004 TO USE IN MY BUSINESS. I BOUGHT IT MAINLY BECAUSE SUBARUS ARE RELIABLE, ECONOMICAL CARS...IT HAD 55,000 MILES ON IT...NOW IT HAS 75,000 MILES ON IT AND THE CLUTCH IS REALLY SLIPPING BADLY; NOT GOOD WHEN YOU NEED TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY INTO ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Dec 31, 2004
Incident date: Nov 23, 2004
1. NOT AWARE OF EVENTS LEADING TO THIS DEFECT. DESIGN IS SENSITIVE TO SMALL ADJUSTMENTS AND NOT ROBUST. 2. THROTTLE CABLE DISLODGES FROM GROOVE ON THROTTLE BODY LEVER WHEN ACCELERATOR IS FULLY DEPRESSED, PREVENTING THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE POSITION. THIS CONDITION CAUSES MOTOR TO ACCELERATE ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 30, 2004
Incident date: Oct 3, 2003
2000 SUBARU IMPREZA HAS DEFECTIVE WHEEL BEARINGS.*MR (NAR) THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL BEARING HAVE BEEN REPLACED FOUR TIMES, 16481 MILES, 21401 MILES, 34770 MILES AND 56171 MILES. *NM
STEERING
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Dec 15, 2002
ON OCTOBER 2002, MY MOTHER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL CAR ACCIDENT, WHEN WE WENT TO VIEW HER VEHICLE, I NOTICED HER DRIVERS SIDE DOOR PANEL, ON THE INSIDE WAS BURNED COMPLETELY. THIS DOOR WAS HIT FROM THE IMPACT OF THE CAR THAT RAN INTO HER. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE MOTOR THAT ALLOWS THE WINDOW TO ROL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 deaths
SEAT BELTS
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Dec 15, 2002
ON OCTOBER 2002, MY MOTHER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL CAR ACCIDENT, WHEN WE WENT TO VIEW HER VEHICLE, I NOTICED HER DRIVERS SIDE DOOR PANEL, ON THE INSIDE WAS BURNED COMPLETELY. THIS DOOR WAS HIT FROM THE IMPACT OF THE CAR THAT RAN INTO HER. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE MOTOR THAT ALLOWS THE WINDOW TO ROL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 deaths
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Dec 15, 2002
ON OCTOBER 2002, MY MOTHER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL CAR ACCIDENT, WHEN WE WENT TO VIEW HER VEHICLE, I NOTICED HER DRIVERS SIDE DOOR PANEL, ON THE INSIDE WAS BURNED COMPLETELY. THIS DOOR WAS HIT FROM THE IMPACT OF THE CAR THAT RAN INTO HER. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE MOTOR THAT ALLOWS THE WINDOW TO ROL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 deaths
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 12, 2004
Incident date: Jan 5, 2004
UPON STARTING THE CAR ON A COLD DAY (AROUND 0 F), A VERY STRONG RAW GASOLINE SMELL CAME THROUGH THE DASHBOARD VENTS. THE ODOR DISSIPATED WHILE DRIVING, BUT EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED/IDLING (EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE WAS WARMED UP), THE OVERWHELMING GASOLINE VAPOR ODOR CAME BACK THROUGH THE VEN... Read more
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
Jan 7, 2004
Incident date: Dec 26, 2003
PREMATURE FAILURE OF REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. THE REAR WHEEL BEARING WAS REPLACED AT 36,408 MILES. IT PROBABLY STARTED FAILING SEVERAL THOUSAND MILES EARLIER. I WASN'T AWARE OF THE CHANGE UNTIL A FRIEND POINTED OUT THE NOISE THAT HE THOUGHT SOUNDED LIKE THE WHEEL BEARING. SUBARU IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jan 5, 2004
Incident date: Jan 2, 2004
WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH VEHICLE FISH TAILED AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. *AK
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 10, 2003
Incident date: Jun 10, 2003
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING A LONG DISTANCE, AND IT BEGUN TO THROW OIL, OIL WAS COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT THIS WAS NOT UNUSAL BECAUSE THE AUTO HAS TO BE BLOWN OUT.*AK
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 5, 2002
Incident date: Aug 18, 2001
THIS IS A FOLLOW UP FOR NHTSA ODI NUMBER: 768872. AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURED I CONTACTED THE CAR DEALER, THEY SAID THAT PARTS AND REPAIRS WERE ONLY COVERED FOR ONE YEAR/UNLIMITED MILEAGE AND I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR. I CONTACTED SUBARU AMERICA(CASE # 440952) BEFORE TAKING THE CAR TO THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 4, 2002
Incident date: Aug 18, 2001
THE CAR WAS PURCHASED AS A NEW VEHICLE. THE ORIGINAL RIGHT REAR BEARING FAILED IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR AND WAS REPLACED. IN SEPTEMBER OF THIS YEAR THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL STARTED MAKING A NOISE AGAIN. I HAD AN INDEPENDENT SUBARU DEALER CONFIRM THAT THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAD FAILED AGAIN. WHEN... Read more
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Sep 6, 2002
Incident date: Jun 10, 2002
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THE REAR BEARINGS HAVE GONE OUT ON THIS CAR (PREVIOUS OWNER HAD REPLACED. SO FAR, THE DEALER HAS BEEN GREAT. HOWEVER, THE FRONT BEARINGS ARE STARTING TO GO OUT (AT 38,900K) AND I AM NOT SURE IF THE DEALER IS STILL GOING TO BE AS GOOD- THEY CLAIM THAT THEY NEED TO TALK TO THE ... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Aug 30, 2002
Incident date: Apr 9, 2002
I CONTACTED MANUFACTURER SUBARU OF AMERICA (SOA) REGARDING MY ISSUES. THEY (SOA) ACKNOWLEDGED THEY ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BEARINGS, BUT COULD NOT GUARANTYME ANY ASSISTANCE.*AK
WHEELS
Aug 23, 2002
Incident date: May 30, 2002
THIS IS THE SECOND SUCH INCIDENT. 80% OF MY DRIVING IS HIGHWAY.NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
WHEELS
Aug 23, 2002
Incident date: Mar 28, 2001
THIS IS THE FIRST OF TWO SUCH INCIDENTS. 80% OF MY DRIVING IS HIGHWAY. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 23, 2002
Incident date: Apr 15, 2002
SUBARU IS WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT WILL NOT ISSUE A RECALL. THIS IS A CONTINIUOSLY DEFECTIVE PART AND SHOULD BE RECALLED! NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
May 14, 2002
Incident date: May 1, 2000
CONSUMER STATES TRANSMISSION WAS WARRANTED BY SUBARU FIRST THREE TIMES, ON FOURTH OCCASION SUBARU DECLINED WARRANTY STATING THAT CONDITION WAS CAUSED BY DRIVER TRYING TO MOVE GEAR INTO REVERSE WHILE MOVING FORWARD, OTHER PROBLEMS INCLUDE A WHINING SOUND WHILE IN REVERSE AFTER THE THIRD DISASSEMBLY, ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Apr 26, 2002
Incident date: May 1, 2000
CONSUMER STATES TRANSMISSION WAS WARRANTED BY SUBARU FIRST THREE TIMES, ON FOURTH OCCASION SUBARU DECLINED WARRANTY STATING THAT CONDITION WAS CAUSED BY DRIVER TRYING TO MOVE GEAR INTO REVERSE WHILE MOVING FORWARD, OTHER PROBLEMS INCLUDE A WHINING SOUND WHILE IN REVERSE AFTER THE THIRD DISASSEMBLY, ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Mar 5, 2002
ABS SYSTEM TOO SENSITIVE. SYSTEM ENGAGE OVER ROUGH PAVEMENT THEN FAILED TO ALLOW THE BRAKES TO GRIP AGAIN RESULTING IN A NEAR COLLISION WITH A TOLLBOOTH. PEDAL WILL DROP TO FLOOR WITH NEAR 0 BRAKING. *AK
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Mar 4, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 2000
BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS FOG UP, RENDERING THEM UNUSABLE AND DANGEROUS. *AK
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Jan 24, 2002
WHILE DRIVING CLUTCH STICKS WHICH MAKES IT VERY HARD TO DRIVE VEHICLE. CLUTHCH HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. ALSO, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE, AND GO INTO GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jan 24, 2002
WHILE DRIVING CLUTCH STICKS WHICH MAKES IT VERY HARD TO DRIVE VEHICLE. CLUTHCH HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. ALSO, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE, AND GO INTO GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 26, 2001
Incident date: May 1, 2001
VEHICLE WILL STALL AT ANYTIME. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE VEHICLE LOSES POWER BRAKES, AND POWER STEERING. CONSUMER STATES IN TRAFFIC IT BECOMES EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. *AK *SLC
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Oct 12, 2001
Incident date: Sep 27, 2001
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Jun 26, 2001
VEHICLE LOST TWO OF HUB CAPS. REAR DRIVER DOOR WAS OFF TRACK/ LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE AND CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED TWICE. *AK WINDOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVE BEN TAKEN IN FOR ADJUSTMENTS ONCE AND PASSENGER SIDE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jun 26, 2001
VEHICLE LOST TWO OF HUB CAPS. REAR DRIVER DOOR WAS OFF TRACK/ LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE AND CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED TWICE. *AK WINDOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVE BEN TAKEN IN FOR ADJUSTMENTS ONCE AND PASSENGER SIDE ... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Jun 26, 2001
VEHICLE LOST TWO OF HUB CAPS. REAR DRIVER DOOR WAS OFF TRACK/ LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE AND CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED TWICE. *AK WINDOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVE BEN TAKEN IN FOR ADJUSTMENTS ONCE AND PASSENGER SIDE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Jun 26, 2001
VEHICLE LOST TWO OF HUB CAPS. REAR DRIVER DOOR WAS OFF TRACK/ LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE AND CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED TWICE. *AK WINDOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVE BEN TAKEN IN FOR ADJUSTMENTS ONCE AND PASSENGER SIDE ... Read more
WHEELS:HUB
Jun 26, 2001
VEHICLE LOST TWO OF HUB CAPS. REAR DRIVER DOOR WAS OFF TRACK/ LEFT WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT AND HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE AND CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HAS FAILED TWICE. *AK WINDOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVE BEN TAKEN IN FOR ADJUSTMENTS ONCE AND PASSENGER SIDE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 22, 2001
Incident date: Apr 9, 2000
VEHICLE ACCELERATES AT SLOW SPEEDS OR WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 8 TIMES. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT ON 2 OCCASIONS, A CRASH HAS OCCURRED. *SLC
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Mar 7, 2001
Incident date: Feb 14, 2001
TRIED TO CHANGE OIL ON VEHICLE AT HOME, BUT WHEN TRIED TO PLACE ON TOP OF RAMP, CONSUMER TAPPED ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THEN ENGINE ACCELERATED SO FAST THAT CONSUMER COULD NOT CONTROL VEHICLE, DRIVING OVER THE RAMPS.*AK *SLC
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Feb 8, 2001
WHEEL BEARING KEEPS FAILING. CONSUMER HAS HAD THEM REPLACED 3 TIMES , PART ONLY LASTED ABOUT 2 1/2 MONTHS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jan 23, 2001
THE CONSUMER'S BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A CURB DAMAGING THE FRONT RIGHT RIM AND THE CONTROL ARM. *SLC
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Oct 25, 2000
Incident date: Mar 1, 2000
THERE IS EXCESSIVE NOISE IN THE REAR BEARING OF WHEE.L CONSUMER FEELS IF WHEEL LOCKS UP, THERE WILL BE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. IF IT BREAKS , VIBRATION OCCURS. THIS HAPPENED EVERY 5 TO 6 THOUSAND MILES. DEALER DID NOT HAVE A CLUE WHY THIS WAS HAPPENING. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Oct 17, 2000
Incident date: Jul 27, 2000
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAG HAD NO DEPLOYMENT WHICH RESULTED IN INJURY TO CONSUMER. *SLC
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Sep 22, 2000
Incident date: Sep 7, 2000
DESPITE MY PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR DID NOT STOP OR EVEN SLOW DOWN. *AK
Crash
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 13, 2000
Incident date: Feb 1, 2000
KEYLESS ENTRY WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY/DASHLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT, AND SOMETIMES HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT TOO. ALSO, HAD TO PULL OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAIT FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BECAUSE CONSUMER HAD NO BACK UP LIGHTS. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Sep 13, 2000
Incident date: Feb 1, 2000
KEYLESS ENTRY WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY/DASHLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT, AND SOMETIMES HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT TOO. ALSO, HAD TO PULL OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAIT FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BECAUSE CONSUMER HAD NO BACK UP LIGHTS. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Sep 13, 2000
Incident date: Feb 1, 2000
KEYLESS ENTRY WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY/DASHLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT, AND SOMETIMES HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT TOO. ALSO, HAD TO PULL OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAIT FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BECAUSE CONSUMER HAD NO BACK UP LIGHTS. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 13, 2000
Incident date: Feb 1, 2000
KEYLESS ENTRY WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY/DASHLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT, AND SOMETIMES HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT TOO. ALSO, HAD TO PULL OVER ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAIT FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BECAUSE CONSUMER HAD NO BACK UP LIGHTS. *AK
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 SUBARU IMPREZA
54 manufacturer communications from 33 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 18 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER | 3 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
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.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
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.
01-168-09R
Nov 16, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Sep 30, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Apr 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
01-168-09R
Apr 12, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
01-168-09R
Apr 12, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
0116809R
Aug 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
0116809R
Jul 17, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
03-70-12R
Jan 15, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED
037012R-1
Jan 15, 2014
095400 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:HOUSING/CASE
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
037012R
May 22, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area.
01-168-09R
Apr 25, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0116809R
Apr 25, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacement Key and Immobilizer
0116809R
Apr 25, 2013
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
03-70-12R
Jan 3, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED SOUND COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING AREA. IN COLD TEMPERATURES, THERMAL CONTRACTION CAUSES SHR
037012R
Jan 3, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound
03-70-12
Dec 13, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS
037012
Dec 13, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
166399R
Dec 12, 2012
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
036812R
Dec 11, 2012
105400 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
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
029605
Sep 9, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
2.5L REMANUFACTURED SOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE. *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
063103
Dec 8, 2004
036100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE. *TT
99
Feb 1, 2004
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM CONDITIONER.*MR
035203
May 19, 2003
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT
127803
Mar 21, 2003
350000 EQUIPMENT
FLOOR MAT HOOK REPAIR. *TT
166602
Mar 15, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) CODE 45 AND ALL-WHEEL DRIVE HARSH ENGAGEMENT. *TT
035002
Dec 23, 2002
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT
WWF89
Apr 1, 2002
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING. *SLC
186901
Jul 1, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS. *JB
WXW80
Jan 1, 2001
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FRONT OXYGEN AIR / FUEL (A/F) SENSOR ELEMENT CRACKING. *TT
166599R
Mar 17, 2000
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT
166599
Jan 31, 2000
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ABOUT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT
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 (current) | 4 | 54 | |
| 1999 | 4 | 27 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 55 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 38 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 1995 | 4 | 69 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 48 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |