2022 SUBARU IMPREZA
1 recalls, 15 complaints - 209 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
22V712000 Sep 22, 2022
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh... Read more
Consequence
An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Mar 18, 2026
Incident date: Mar 9, 2026
Bought truck 0n 12/26/2025 from lot in Michigan had it transported to Missouri. First time I drive it Check Engine comes on and goes into "Limp Mode". Had it towed to GM Dealer and they say it was the high pressure fuel pump. Got it back and check engine light comes back on then goes off then bac... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
Exterior A-Pillar Appliqué Trim Clip Attachments Mfr recall # 24S02 NHTSA recall # 24V031 Remedy has been unavailable @local Ford dealership too long and gave been told it’s not available to them. Approximate date given for incident occurrence is not remembered and date entered is inaccurate)
STEERING
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Jun 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at speeds over 45 MPH, the vehicle experienced the death wobble. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact slowed down to under 45 MPH, and the vehicle operated as neede... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 6, 2025
Incident date: Mar 6, 2025
Emergency break on an off working parking pawl becomes dislodged and transmission to where it is shifting into neutral unexpectedly or shifting into park, which could be a potential rollaway which it has. Also back shocks and struts in the rear. Detaching Etc. Electrical issues. Radio software a... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2025
The rear hatch unlocks when I start the vehicle. Then the rear hatch is open indicator comes on
ENGINE
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
I came to a stop at a red light. The auto stop/start was active so the engine stopped. When the light turned green, I lifted off the brake and the truck started back up as usual. Once I got into the middle of the intersection, the truck stalled out and the parking brake set and skidded to a stop. I... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
I came to a stop at a red light. The auto stop/start was active so the engine stopped. When the light turned green, I lifted off the brake and the truck started back up as usual. Once I got into the middle of the intersection, the truck stalled out and the parking brake set and skidded to a stop. I... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
I'm going blind. I have tints, a cover over my rear view mirror and I drive with sunglasses but it's not enough. I've drifted into the lane next to me by accident, passed my exit, I can't see people on the sidewalks or trying to cross the street after my eyes are blinded trying to adjust and make a ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Jul 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the sunroof was rattling. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer where after a test drive, the contact was informed that the failure was with the brakes, not the sunroof. Overtime, the failure worsened,... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 5, 2023
Incident date: Jan 4, 2023
Windshield cracked spontaneously at the middle base of the windshield in a perfect arch. Crack appears to be on the inside of the glass. No impacts or anything hit the windshield, no reason for this to happen. My car is parked in a garage. Called Subaru, they insist there is no recall.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 2, 2022
Incident date: Jul 24, 2022
Windshield suddenly cracked on the freeway not due to rocks or anything, and has since spread dramatically. Visibility is affected as the sun will glisten throughout driving and all of the cracks almost to the point it’s shattered obstruct view and cause objects to appear the a slightly different ... Read more
STEERING
May 16, 2022
Incident date: May 16, 2022
I picked up my vehicle that was made to order from the factory on 2/18/22. I drove the car for 12 days and found the steering to be over sensitive. The steering wheel felt disconnected from the car. I returned the car to the dealer from which it was purchased. The service advisor test drove the ca... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 24, 2022
I turn my vehicle on while am waiting to car to get warm i turn on the heat the windshield crack by it self
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 24, 2022
I turn my vehicle on while am waiting to car to get warm i turn on the heat the windshield crack by it self
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 11, 2021
Incident date: Nov 9, 2021
I was driving on a three-lane parkway commuting to work, and the weather was clear. I was the only person in the vehicle. I left just after 7:40AM I had been driving for about 40 minutes. I had the cruise control ready to be set as I had turned it on briefly earlier in the drive, but it was not turn... Read more
Fire
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2022 SUBARU IMPREZA
2022 Subaru Impreza SW AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.5% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 SUBARU IMPREZA
209 manufacturer communications from 60 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 70 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 63 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 14 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 7 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 6 |
| 346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
15-256-19R
Mar 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Mar 27, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Mar 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
12-321-21R
Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.
12-321-21R
Mar 26, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin announces the design change made to the cowl panel. The change was made to address a small number of cases where the rubber sealing portion becomes separated.
15-257-19R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
"This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insurance companies to monitor driver activity for premium calc
15-257-19R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insurance companies to monitor driver activity for premium calc
15-242-19R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
18-225-22R
Mar 5, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for Harman Infotainment Systems when DTC B2255 is detected. This update should prevent unnecessary replacement of the head unit or USB cable.
18-225-22R
Mar 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for Harman Infotainment Systems when DTC B2255 is detected. This update should prevent unnecessary replacement of the head unit or USB cable.
18-225-22R
Mar 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for Harman Infotainment Systems when DTC B2255 is detected. This update should prevent unnecessary replacement of the head unit or USB cable.
15-251-19R
Jan 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
15-251-19R
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Dec 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Dec 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
18-232-23
Nov 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces the revised break-in procedure for the A/C compressor.
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
18-225-22R
Oct 12, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
18-225-22R
Oct 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
18-225-22R
Oct 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
09-110-23
Oct 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored i
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
07-221-23
Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the repair procedures when corrosion is encountered within the instrument panel wiring harness and the rear wiring harness connectors.
07-221-23
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the repair procedures when corrosion is encountered within the instrument panel wiring harness and the rear wiring harness connectors.
12-321-21R
Aug 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces a design change made to the cowl panel.
12-321-21R
Aug 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin announces a design change made to the cowl panel.
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.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
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.
15-240-19R
Jun 29, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
15-240-19R
Jun 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
16-132-20R
Jun 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models liste
16-132-20R
Jun 28, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models liste
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103920 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
05-62-18R
May 22, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts.
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
16-132-20R
Apr 27, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.
07-217-23
Apr 17, 2023
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
This Bulletin announces additional cautions being added to the Ownera??s Manual and Service Manual regarding the operation of door locks.
07-217-23
Apr 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional cautions being added to the Ownera??s Manual and Service Manual regarding the operation of door locks.
15-266-20R
Apr 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Apr 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
12-247-23R
Apr 5, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
12-247-23
Mar 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.
12-247-23
Mar 21, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.
15-240-19R
Mar 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
15-240-19R
Mar 15, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
15-257-19R
Feb 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
15-257-19R
Feb 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
15-242-19R
Feb 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
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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 (current) | 1 | 15 | |
| 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 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 48 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |