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US recalls (2)
Power train: driveline, driveshaft
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Impreza vehicles. The brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. The vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the PARK position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Risk and remedy
Risk: An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-23.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Powertrain
2023-09-21 · campaign 2023-521 · 202 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the driveshaft center support brace could loosen. If this happens, the front end of the driveshaft could separate.
Safety Risk:
A driveshaft that separates could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to clean the bolt mounting surfaces for the driveshaft center support brace and install new bolts.
Brakes
2023-04-25 · campaign 2023-249 · 364 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the brake lamp switch may not have been adjusted correctly. As a result, the brake lamps could turn on without applying the brake pedal. It may also be possible to start the vehicle and shift the transmission out of the Park position (P) without pressing the brake pedal. If this happens, the vehicle could move unexpectedly.
Safety Risk:
Brake lamps that stay on when the vehicle isn't braking could confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. A vehicle that moves suddenly could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the brake lamp switch, and adjust it if necessary.
Owner complaints (4)
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Subaru Impreza. Among 35 model years of this model, it ranks #33 for the most complaints (median 56).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Tires | 2 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Electrical system | 1 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Subaru Impreza.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2023 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ |
| 2023 Subaru Impreza SW AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2023 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.