Is the Subaru Impreza Reliable?
2002–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Subaru Impreza Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 2 | 22 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 13 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2020 | 1 | 39 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2019 | 3 | 113 | 2 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 85 | — | 1 | 52 | Fair |
| 2017 | 3 | 68 | 6 | — | 52 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Impreza Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Impreza scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Subaru Impreza Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 356 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Subaru Impreza reliable?+
The Subaru Impreza scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 356 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Impreza is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Impreza achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls and 3 complaints.
How many miles does a Impreza last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Subaru Impreza owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Impreza will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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