The Lemon Index2019 Subaru Impreza.
The 2019 Subaru Impreza is worse than average by owner complaints: 113 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 160, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about wipers & visibility, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 25 to 32 mpg combined. The best Subaru Impreza year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 225 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Subaru Impreza year. 2019 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 4K to 29K miles on the car (77 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- wipers & visibility complaints mostly came at 4K–21K miles
Recalls 6
- lights 2022
The left and right side reflex reflector and left side low beam reflector may inadequately reflect light.
- lights 2022
The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
- fuel system, gasoline 2021
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Show all 6 recalls
- electrical 2021
The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
- fuel system, gasoline 2020
The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
- electrical 2019
The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Subaru told dealers about
Subaru sent dealers 598 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil…
- This Service Information Bulletin is in response to several battery sensor replacements resulting
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2000–2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Windshield cracked twice in a month period small pebbles that I've hit before have never done this much damage it caused three un repairable cracks
2019 Subaru Impreza owner · NHTSA complaint 11317951
More owner reports
The windshield spontaneously cracked. It began on the lower passenger side and ended in about the center of the windshield. The car was parked in a residential driveway at the time, and suffered no impact.
NHTSA complaint 11424285
Without warning, my brand new car at 1000 miles was found battery dead in my garage. Towed to dealership, I was told that "I got a bad battery". Again, at 7000 miles, car found dead in my garage.
NHTSA complaint 11427117
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Subaru Impreza reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.6× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 160; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Subaru Impreza year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2019 Subaru Impreza problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wipers & visibility (43%), electrical (19%) and engine (10%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru Impreza have?
6 safety recalls (latest: lights). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Subaru Impreza get?
25 to 32 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Subaru Impreza safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2019 Subaru Impreza problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,800 and 29,800 miles. The middle report was at 13,000 miles, from 77 complaints.
Does the 2019 Subaru Impreza have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2019 Subaru Impreza cost in fuel a year?
About $2000 to $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Subaru Impreza have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Subaru Impreza year is better than the 2019?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2014 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works