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moderate Owners of the 2019 Subaru Impreza have filed 62 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
| Model year | lighting complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 Impreza | 4 |
| 2017 Impreza | 30 |
| 2018 Impreza | 62 |
| 2019 Impreza (this page) | 62 |
Of the 62 lighting complaints filed for the 2019 Subaru Impreza, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Of the 7 model years of Subaru Impreza we track for lighting problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 62.
Lighting accounts for 32% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 9 categories tracked.
Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza vehicles, which may contain non-compliant headlamp assemblies.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗UPDATE Safety Recall: WRG-22 Impreza Headlamp Non-Compliance.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza vehicles, which may contain non-compliant headlamp assemblies.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides a revised adjustment procedure to be used when diagnosing Brake Light Switch (BLS) -related DTCs C1531 and/or C0054. If the BLS is out of adjustment, the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp may illuminate.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners of 2019 Subaru Impreza models are filing complaints about defective headlights covered under NHTSA Campaign 22V624000. The dominant issue is severely reduced headlight brightness—both low and high beams fail to illuminate the roadway adequately, making night driving unsafe. Several owners report that other drivers regularly flash their headlights, thinking the lights are off or that the Impreza's lights are too bright.
A second pattern involves headlight aim: some owners describe lights pointing downward, making turns hazardous. One owner struck a curb during a left turn because the headlight didn't illuminate the turn path until it was too late. Another reported dimming lights that brighten when stopped—an intermittent pattern dealers couldn't reproduce.
The major obstruction across 62 complaints is parts availability. Subaru issued the recall but has not made repair components available—some owners report waiting 18 months without remedy. When owners contact dealers, they're consistently told parts are unavailable. Subaru acknowledges the risk of crashes from poor visibility in recall documentation but has provided no timeline for repair parts or alternative solutions. Several owners were advised not to replace headlights themselves, as it would void recall rights, leaving them driving an unsafe vehicle with no recourse.
Same Subaru Impreza lighting reports on nearby years: 2017 · 2018
Low-beam and high-beam headlights produce insufficient light, making it difficult or dangerous to see the roadway during night driving. Multiple owners report being unable to see the ground in front of the vehicle or obstructions like potholes and debris. Other drivers frequently flash their headlights at owners, thinking the lights are off.
When: Various mileages from 5 to 50,000 miles; failures occur during night driving
Symptoms owners cite: Headlights extremely dim or not bright enough; Poor visibility at night, especially without street lights; Unable to see roadway, potholes, or debris ahead; Other drivers flashing headlights thinking vehicle lights are off; Difficulty driving safely in dark or rainy conditions
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reported a software update was attempted at dealer but failure reoccurred. Parts for recall repair unavailable. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting). Subaru recall announced but recall repair parts unavailable across multiple dealers. Manufacturer aware of issue but no timeline provided for repair parts availability. One narrative states manufacturer aware but no resolution available; owner not included in recall initially.
Headlights dim as the vehicle slows down and brighten when the vehicle comes to a complete stop. This intermittent behavior creates a dynamic visibility problem during deceleration.
When: At approximately 1,600 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Headlights dim while vehicle slows down; Headlights brighten and operate normally when vehicle stops
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to duplicate the failure and deemed it normal operation. Vehicle not repaired.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified and stated they were aware but had no resolution. Vehicle not included in recall. Case Number 1-50768087045 provided.
Headlights appear to be pointed downward rather than at the proper horizontal plane, causing severely reduced forward visibility and making turns hazardous. Owner struck a curb during a left turn because the light wasn't illuminating the turn area.
When: At approximately 30,000 miles; at least one incident at unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Headlights pointed downward; Difficult to see ground in front of vehicle during turns; Dangerous visibility when making left or right turns; Unable to see curbs or obstacles until last moment
Repairs/costs cited: Owner struck curb while turning, damaging left tire and bumper. Parts for recall repair unavailable.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting). Recall repair parts unavailable. Manufacturer aware of issue but no timeline for parts availability.
Headlights exhibit inconsistent brightness—sometimes illuminating very dimly, other times extremely bright. Other drivers respond to both conditions by flashing their lights, indicating the headlights are either not visible or blinding.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Headlights very dim on some occasions, other drivers flash to alert; Headlights very bright on other occasions, other drivers flash to dim them; Inconsistent illumination behavior
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer contacted. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting). Manufacturer not made aware of this specific failure. Parts unavailable.
Synthesized from 62 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to drive at night. The contact stated that the headlights were pointed downward. The contact stated that other drivers were flashing their headlights at her while she was driving. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall…
The contact owns a 2019 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 time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Subaru impreza. While driving various speeds, the headlights dimmed as the vehicle slowed down. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, the headlights brightened and operated normally. The contact took the vehicle to stuckey Subaru (500 broad st, hollidaysburg, pa 16648, (814) 695-9862), but they were unable to duplicate the failure and deemed the matter to be a…
The contact owns a 2019 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 low-beam headlights and the high-beam headlights were extremely dim while driving, causing a reduced visibility of the roadway while driving. The local dealer was contacted.…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lightning) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights was inadequate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The…
The contact owns a 2019 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 aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 62 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Based on the 62 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 25,943 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover lighting issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.