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2017 Subaru Impreza Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Subaru Impreza, most often about the lights (26% of complaints). It is 7th of 27 Impreza model years by number of complaints and has 7 recalls.
Most common 2017 Subaru Impreza problems
Lights
32 complaints · 26%Parts named most often: headlights.
The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v624000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet…
The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v624000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made…
Visibility and wipers
25 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 31,500 miles. Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
Windshield cracks light debris while driving on highway. Starts from the bottom of the windshield and while driving, the crack just keeps growing from 3 inches until about 8-9 inches, and it's still going. The sound of the debris wasn't that loud, never had this type of issue with other cars with even louder hits.
A small object hit the side of my windshield while I was driving home and later caused a 6-inch crack to form. The crack expanded to 10+ inches overnight while my car was parked in my garage. I now have to have my windshield replaced and safety system will need to be re-calibrated at an additional cost.
Other or unspecified
22 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 8,000 miles.
Started the car it was on park, the car accelerated to 5rpm in a matter of seconds engine sounded like an airplane, I shut the car and repeated the same procedure 3 times. Called the dealer and had it towed there. The first time I complained was and took it to the dealer it was accelerating on high but they…
My windshield cracked in one corner for no reason. I'm worried about the stability of the entire windshield. The car was parked in a locked garage when this occurred.
Electrical
21 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 4,000 miles.
Dashboard airbag warning light is on when outside temperatures are hot. Happens alls surfaces/movement: stationary, moving, city street, highway. Passenger seat empty, driver in car only. Subaru dealer blamed it on my seat covers, after pushing for more research dealership says there is a known problem with airbag…
Radio turns on automatically at startup. Happens intermittently. Volume is loud and cannot reduce volume while backing up. Volume control works when car moving forward. At times volume control does not work and have to mute the radio. Most of the time I just keep the volume on zero and do not use the radio at all.
Engine
14 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 9,000 miles.
I was about to make a left turn at the light when car suddenly stalled. Brought it to liberty Subaru dealership the next day and tech release it as safe to drive after they claimed to fix the main relay. A minute after I left the dealership car stalled again near the train tracks. The 2017 Subaru Impreza is hazardous…
The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. When the contact attempted to accelerate, the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was later taken to heritage Subaru owings mills (9808 reisterstown rd, owings mills, md 21117…
Air bags
11 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 5,000 miles. Parts named most often: sensor.
Dashboard airbag warning light is on when outside temperatures are hot. Happens alls surfaces/movement: stationary, moving, city street, highway. Passenger seat empty, driver in car only. Subaru dealer blamed it on my seat covers, after pushing for more research dealership says there is a known problem with airbag…
I've had subarus my whole life and am a loyal consumer. Recently I was involved in an accident. My car was hit in the front on the passenger side. I'm including a photo to show you the damage to my 2017 Impreza. It was totaled and thankfully, I was not hurt. The airbags did not deploy. In light of the recent…
Brakes
7 complaints · 6%I was parking my car at apartment's parking lot by right turning. I was driving really slow about 5miles/hr.my foot was on the break pedal and as I press the break to slow my car further it got accelerated (with raving engine noise) and hit front parking fence as well as parked car right to me. I moved the automatic…
Started the car it was on park, the car accelerated to 5rpm in a matter of seconds engine sounded like an airplane, I shut the car and repeated the same procedure 3 times. Called the dealer and had it towed there. The first time I complained was and took it to the dealer it was accelerating on high but they…
Transmission
5 complaints · 4%The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. While driving various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle lost power. Also, the gears failed to shift without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire computer needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Subaru Impreza recalls
Lights: headlights
Risk: Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 15, 2023. Owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrg-22.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 impreza vehicles. The left and right side reflex reflector and left side low beam reflector may inadequately reflect light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Electrical: software
Risk: A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning june 1, 2021. Owners can contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wre-21. Note: this recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under recall 19v743.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 subaru impreza and 2018-2019 crosstrek vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Electrical: software
Risk: If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (dtc), subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began december 4, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wuq-02.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 impreza and 2018-2019 crosstrek vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Engine: crankcase (pcv)
Risk: An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the pcv valve, free of charge. If the pcv valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began december 2, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wup-01.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 impreza and 2018 crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve. The pcv valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Engine: crankcase (pcv)
Risk: An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began december 3, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wus-04.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017 impreza vehicles equipped with an aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve. The pcv valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control unit to turn the radiator cooling fan on at a lower temperature, free of charge. The recall began on april 20, 2017. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2738. Subaru's number for this recall is wtp-75.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017 impreza vehicles. Winter fuels may vaporize prematurely in the fuel line, resulting in a reduction in fuel pressure, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Backup camera: camera system
Risk: A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. The recall began on march 27, 2017. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for the recall is wtn-74.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017 impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Subaru Impreza
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Subaru Impreza?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: lights (32 complaints); visibility and wipers (25 complaints, typically around 31,500 miles); other or unspecified (22 complaints, typically around 8,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru Impreza have?
- 7 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 12, 2022 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Subaru Impreza?
- It is 7th of 27 Impreza model years by number of complaints, with 125 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.