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US recalls (2)
Do not driveSuspension: front, control arm
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.
Power train: shift linkage/cable/rod
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.
Owner complaints (14)
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Subaru Impreza (1 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 35 model years of this model, it ranks #28 for the most complaints (median 56).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | |
| Unknown or other | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Power train | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Subaru Impreza.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2021 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ |
| 2021 Subaru Impreza SW AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2021 Subaru Impreza version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Impreza 4-Door 2.0 L Manual 5-spd | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Impreza 4-Door 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 36 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Impreza 5-Door 2.0 L Manual 5-spd | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Impreza 5-Door 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Impreza Sport 4-Door 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S7) | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Impreza Sport 5-Door 2.0 L Manual 5-spd | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Impreza Sport 5-Door 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S7) | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.