Does the 2017 Subaru Impreza have recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Electrical System › Software; Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv). Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2017 Subaru Impreza problems?

Owners filed 125 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (32), visibility/wiper (25), electrical system (21), engine (14).

How much does a 2017 Subaru Impreza cost to own for 5 years?

About $35,265 over 5 years ($588/month) at an estimated $8,250 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2017 Subaru Impreza

The 2017 Subaru Impreza earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 65/100. Expect about $35,265 to own it for five years, or $588 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 125 complaints.

Recalls: 7
Complaints: 125
5-yr cost: $35k
MPG (EPA): 32

Fair

Ownership Score

2017 Subaru Impreza vs nearby years

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7 recalls may apply

For the 2017 Subaru Impreza. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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.
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.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $8,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$35,265

$588/month · $0.59/mile

Depreciation	$2,001
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$6,280
Maintenance	$7,180
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,309
Taxes & fees	$1,495

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

125 complaints10 involved a crash3 involved a fire

Exterior Lighting32
Visibility/Wiper25
Unknown Or Other22
Electrical System21
Engine14
Air Bags11

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 5 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2017 Subaru Impreza SW AWD

What to check on a used 2017 Subaru Impreza

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Airbags
- The airbag light should come on at start-up and then go out.
- Ask for proof that any airbag recalls were completed.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Subaru Impreza a good car to buy?: The 2017 Subaru Impreza earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 65/100. Expect about $35,265 to own it for five years, or $588 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 125 complaints.
Does the 2017 Subaru Impreza have recalls?: NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Electrical System › Software; Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv). Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2017 Subaru Impreza problems?: Owners filed 125 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (32), visibility/wiper (25), electrical system (21), engine (14).
How much does a 2017 Subaru Impreza cost to own for 5 years?: About $35,265 over 5 years ($588/month) at an estimated $8,250 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.