All cars · Subaru Impreza · 2019
2019 Subaru Impreza. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | AWD | 28 / 38 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | AWD | 24 / 32 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | AWD | 21 / 27 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | 18 / 24 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | AWD | 17 / 22 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,800 and 29,800 miles. Median 13,000, from 77 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lights | 20,000 | 800–37,500 | 9 |
| Wipers & visibility | 9,000 | 4,500–21,000 | 31 |
| Electrical | 22,000 | 5,200–36,900 | 8 |
| Engine | 29,500 | 5,000–49,000 | 7 |
| Visibility | 18,200 | 4,500–31,800 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Wipers & visibility | 43% |
| Electrical | 19% |
| Engine | 10% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 5% |
| Visibility | 4% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 6
22V624000 Aug 2022 Exterior Lighting / Headlights
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza vehicles. The left and right side reflex reflector and left side low beam reflector may inadequately reflect light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk. Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the front headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-22.
22V522000 Jul 2022 Exterior Lighting / Back Up Lights / Switch
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. 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.
Risk. Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
21V587000 Jul 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
21V264000 Apr 2021 Electrical System / Software
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Risk. A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall
20V218000 Apr 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
Risk. If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.
19V743000 Oct 2019 Electrical System / Software
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. 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.
Risk. If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-
Manufacturer communications 598
Subaru filed 598 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 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
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Impreza SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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