Reliability
Subaru

Impreza (6th)

2024-2025 · Compact Sedan · 1 engine
27 NHTSA Complaints
2 Recalls
2 Fire Reports
1 Crash Reports
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Reliability Score

Not rated

Owners filed 5 powertrain complaints. That is too few vehicles, or too few years on the road, to compare with similar vehicles.

On the record

No serious powertrain recall covering 5% or more of this generation and no escalated investigation in NHTSA's files. Warranty extensions and settlements have not been researched.

Complaints by Engine Code

NA

2.0L 4-cyl / 152 hp
27 complaints 13.5 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

wheels tires
7
safety systems
6
suspension
5
other
5
steering
4

Owner Complaints by System

Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Subaru Impreza, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.

Wheels & Tires: 7 owner complaints
Safety Systems: 6 owner complaints
Suspension: 5 owner complaints

Recalls (2)

23V754000Nov 9, 2023serious
Powertrain

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

23V551000Aug 4, 2023serious
Electrical System

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.

NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
5/5 (9.3% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
5/5 (9.3% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza complaints?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza. The systems they name most often are the wheels and tires, the safety systems and the suspension.

Is the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza a good used car?

That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza have?

NHTSA has 27 owner complaints on file for the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

What recalls affect the 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls covering some 2024-2025 Subaru Impreza vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.

What should I check before buying a used Subaru Impreza?

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the wheels and tires, the safety systems and the suspension, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Impreza?

The 2025 Subaru Impreza received an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 5 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 5 stars (9.3% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 27 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-10-12.

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