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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-SUBARU-IMPREZA
2014 · subaru

subaru Impreza problems

2 safety recalls. 107 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
35 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
16 reports · avg $850
severe
engine
14 reports · avg $3,100
severe
powertrain
8 reports · avg $2,500
severe
body
6 reports · avg $1,500
severe
cruise control
5 reports · avg $600
severe
steering
4 reports · avg $700
moderate
suspension
4 reports · avg $900
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Impreza · airbags
WE CONTACTED THE COMPANY ABOUT GETTING THE RECALLED AIRBAGS FIXED AND THEY SAID THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT THE DEALERSHIP IN ORDER TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO GET THEM FIXED AND THEY HAVE NEVER REACHED BACK OUT TO US IN ORDER TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE.
12/30/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385680.0
2014 Impreza · wheels
Two Lug studs broke on opposite wheels from torque issues caused when rotating tires. Based on speaking with both the dealer and the tire shop, they said this is a common issue with Subaru's. Fortunately this happened while the tires were being replaced and not while driving.…
12/20/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11631878.0
2014 Impreza · steering
I BOUGHT MY CAR BRAND NEW AND ABOUT SIX MONTHS AFTER OWNING IT MY CHECK ENGINE, HAZARDOUS ROADS AND CRUISE CONTROL LIGHTS CAME ON. THIS HAS CONTINUED TO HAPPEN NUMEROUS TIMES SINCE. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT'S A SENSOR, MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR. OCV VALVES AND "MAINTENANCE" LIGHT. THE…
12/15/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11289189.0
2014 Impreza · body
2014 SUBARU IMPREZA FELT AN UNUSUAL WIND PROBLEM WITH IT BEING VERY UNPREDICTABLE MAKING IT UNSTABLE. *TA THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, IT WAS A CHARACTERISTIC OF THE VEHICLE. *JB
12/09/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10658465.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 16V738000 13/10/2016

Subaru of America, Inc

If the air injection pump overheats, it may melt and increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM-73.
severe NHTSA 18V772000 01/11/2018

Subaru of America, Inc

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 107 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Subaru Impreza is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Subaru Impreza?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 35 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Subaru Impreza has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Subaru Impreza?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 107 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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