The vehicle dossier US · 2019

2019 Subaru
IMPREZAProblems & recalls

194 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 98 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

From the original manufacturer documents

What did the manufacturer do?

These reviewed documents are associated with this model-year. Check the stated engine, build-date, VIN and coverage conditions before assuming they apply to the car you’re considering.

Subaru · 16-155-25R

Selected 2019–2020 CVTs

10 years / 100,000 miles

Subaru says this extension provides added assurance and is not a response to one specific condition.

The extra mileage-independent coverage period ended June 30, 2026; check ordinary extension limits separately.

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Subaru · 07-235-25

EyeSight / reverse braking

75% covered during extension

The bulletin discusses reproducible unnecessary stopping or slowing attributed to specified EyeSight or reverse-braking components.

A special four-month window for vehicles whose extension would already have expired ended November 29, 2025.

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01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 194 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Other components98 reports
Visibility60 reports
Electrical system19 reports
Engine10 reports
Brakes8 reports
Fuel system6 reports
Steering5 reports
Air bags4 reports
Transmission & drivetrain4 reports
Body & structure3 reports
Suspension2 reports
See original component labels
EXTERIOR LIGHTING63
VISIBILITY/WIPER55
UNKNOWN OR OTHER26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM19
ENGINE8
SERVICE BRAKES8
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6
STEERING5
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD5
AIR BAGS4
POWER TRAIN4
WHEELS3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL3
STRUCTURE:BODY2
SUSPENSION2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
TIRES1
EQUIPMENT1
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
STRUCTURE1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 8 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Sep 1, 2026
Mileage, where supplied

11,700 miles is the median among 66 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 5,000–26,424 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

5 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Aug 12, 2022 Safety recallEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSCampaign 22V624000

Reported concern

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."

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: WRG-22

Read campaign 22V624000 at NHTSA
Jul 29, 2021 Safety recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 21V587000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

Manufacturer campaign: WRG-21

Read campaign 21V587000 at NHTSA
Apr 15, 2021 Safety recallELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARECampaign 21V264000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: WRE-21

Read campaign 21V264000 at NHTSA
Apr 16, 2020 Safety recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 20V218000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.

Manufacturer campaign: WRD-20

Read campaign 20V218000 at NHTSA
Oct 18, 2019 Safety recallELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARECampaign 19V743000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: WUQ-02

Read campaign 19V743000 at NHTSA
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03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

522 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Aug 31, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions05-62-18RThis bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.NHTSA ID 11036822

This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036822 at NHTSA
Aug 21, 2026 OtherSubaruNet Announcement (CThis Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.NHTSA ID 11036804

This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036804 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-158-26This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.NHTSA ID 11036814

This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036814 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-156-25RThis bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.NHTSA ID 11036810

This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036810 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-154-25RThis Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.NHTSA ID 11036809

This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036809 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-308-23RThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent …NHTSA ID 11036807

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036807 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-132-20RThis Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. This…NHTSA ID 11036806

This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036806 at NHTSA
Aug 13, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-304-22RThis Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11036796

This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036796 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2026 OtherArticle LocatorTechtips newsletter locator index.NHTSA ID 11036794

Techtips newsletter locator index.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036794 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-333-25RThis bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletinNHTSA ID 11036789

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036789 at NHTSA
Jul 28, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions09-123-24RThis bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11035660

This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11035660 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions02-193-24RThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustio…NHTSA ID 11034269

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11034269 at NHTSA
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04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.

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