The Lemon IndexAll cars · Subaru Impreza · 2020
2020 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 / 36 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | AWD | 23 / 31 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 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 | 16 / 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 2,100 and 13,100 miles. Median 7,000, from 48 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wipers & visibility | 5,700 | 2,000–11,600 | 30 |
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 | 61% |
| Brakes | 6% |
| Electrical | 6% |
| Visibility | 5% |
| Airbags | 2% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
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.
Manufacturer communications 458
Subaru filed 458 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 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 |
Nearby model years
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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