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Subaru Impreza

EPA MPG: 32 mpg
RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.
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Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2020 Impreza has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

The 2020 Subaru Impreza has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2020 Subaru Impreza owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Alarm or security system (excluding aftermarket systems)

"The panic alarm for several weeks kept going off after I locked the car. Nearby Subaru dealer said he'd never heard of it. Strange to say, the problem seemed to disappear after a while."

Anonymous, VT (2020 Subaru Impreza Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Tire pressure monitor

"The monitor lights up now and then when there's nothing amiss with tire pressure."

Anonymous, VT (2020 Subaru Impreza Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Premature brake wear

"Rear brakes went too soon"

Anonymous, (2020 Subaru Impreza Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Rotors

""Vibration while braking, started 8/24, all 4 brakes & rotors replaced 10/24""

Anonymous, PA (2020 Subaru Impreza Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Door handle

"Couldnt open the drivers door from the inside! Have to roll down the window to use the outside latch to open the door - or exit from the passenger side."

Anonymous A., OR (2020 Subaru Impreza Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

Refrigerant leaks

"The ac hasnt been very cold for the past 2 or 3 years, Ive noticed as a passenger (wifes car). She doesnt use the ac very much at all and she wasnt in a hurry to get it looked at except for my insistence to get it looked at while under the (extended) warranty. We brought it to the dealership to get it looked at and they said it was short 6 ounces of refrigerant out of 17 or 18 ounces it should have. After they added refrigerant it wasnt much better than when we brought it in, but again she couldnt be bothered to bring it back in (because she hardly ever uses the ac and its much more important to me as a passenger). There must still be a leak in it because the ac in my car, 2018 Forester, is twice as cold as hers and its two years older! I dont think they ever checked for leaks and just added Freon to fix it."

Anonymous A., NJ (2020 Subaru Impreza Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Apple CarPlay

"Unreliable; only works sometimes and occasionally has big delay before starting up"

Anonymous, CO (2020 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Squeaks or rattles

"The heat shield is rattling."

Anonymous A., NY (2020 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

""The windshield wipers are almost impossible to replace (on my earlier, Subarus, I could easily do this myself). Took my mechanic an hour to find wipers with the right connectors that would fit, and install them. At one point he said it would be easier to trade in the car.""

Anonymous, IL (2020 Subaru Impreza Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
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Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
Suspension/Steering
Brakes
Climate System
Build Quality
Electrical Accessories
Body Hardware
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.

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Recalls
PROVIDED BY Provided by NHTSA
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jul 29, 2021
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Read Recall Details
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 21V587000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 175968
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