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Subaru Impreza Problems & Repair

The Subaru Impreza is an affordable compact car with standard AWD - rare in its class. Available as sedan or hatchback, the Impreza offers excellent safety ratings and all-weather capability at an accessible price point. It's the foundation for the Crosstrek and WRX.

Years: 2012-2024Category: sedanAvg Annual Repair: $500

Common Impreza Problems

Transmission Repair

🔴Critical

Transmission problems are among the most serious and expensive issues a vehicle can face. The transmission is responsible for transferring power from ...

Frequency: commonCost: $2,000 - $4,800

Engine Repair

🔴Critical

Engine problems can range from minor issues like spark plug replacement to major failures requiring complete engine rebuilds. The engine is the heart ...

Frequency: occasionalCost: $800 - $3,200

Brake Problems

🔴Critical

Your brakes are your vehicle's most critical safety system. Brake problems can range from worn pads requiring simple replacement to complete brake sys...

Frequency: occasionalCost: $320 - $800

Suspension Problems

🟠Serious

Your suspension system keeps your tires in contact with the road, absorbs bumps, and provides steering control. NYC's pothole-riddled streets are brut...

Frequency: occasionalCost: $400 - $1,100

Best & Worst Years

Best Years to Buy

2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

These model years have fewer reported problems and better reliability ratings.

Years to Avoid

2012, 2013, 2014

These years have more reported issues. Consider a pre-purchase inspection.

Find Impreza Repair by Area

Brooklyn24+ shopsQueens28+ shopsManhattan15+ shopsBronx18+ shopsStaten Island12+ shopsLong Island35+ shops

Recent Recalls

CVT issues

Issued: 2017 | Affected: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

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Other Subaru Models

Outback7.6/10 reliabilityForester8/10 reliabilityCrosstrek8/10 reliability