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2024 Subaru Impreza
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 32 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2024 Subaru Impreza, most frequently naming the visibility, brakes and driver assistance categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 208 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 | 2 |
| Jun 2024 | 1 | 3 |
| Sep 2024 | 2 | 5 |
| Oct 2024 | 1 | 6 |
| Dec 2024 | 1 | 7 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 | 8 |
| May 2025 | 1 | 9 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | 10 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 11 |
| Aug 2025 | 5 | 16 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | 17 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | 19 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | 23 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | 26 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | 28 |
| Jul 2026 | 2 | 30 |
| Aug 2026 | 1 | 31 |
| Sep 2026 | 1 | 32 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Visibility816.0%
- Brakes714.0%
- Driver assistance612.0%
- Suspension510.0%
- Other / unspecified48.0%
- Steering48.0%
- Tires & wheels36.0%
- Electrical36.0%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
2 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that there was no resistance in the brake pedal, and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into a vehicle, which then crashed into another vehicle. The contact stated that the air bags deployed after the first collision and obstructed road visibility; however, bystanders informed the contact that the other vehicle had crashed into another vehicle, and vehicle occupants sustained unknown injuries. The vehicle was towed to a local tow lot. A police report was filed. An insurance agent took photos of the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted by phone, and a case was filed. The manufacturer requested to review the EDR. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11765003
- Incident
- Aug 25, 2026
- Mileage
- 41,000 mi
The contact owned a 2024 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal went to the floor with no resistance. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle independently accelerated and rear-ended another vehicle, resulting in a multi-vehicle crash. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact went to a local medical center and was treated for back pain and body soreness. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was serviced at a dealer on August 24, 2026, for a routine oil change and tire rotation. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11760352
- Incident
- Aug 25, 2026
- Mileage
- 40,000 mi
While driving at various speeds, my vehicle consistently produces a clicking noise from the upper right-rear C-pillar area. The noise is most noticeable when the vehicle body twists slightly during normal driving, such as when traveling over uneven pavement, entering driveways, or making turns. The condition has persisted and is repeatable. The vehicle was inspected over approximately six weeks by an authorized dealership. After extensive diagnosis, the dealership identified a suspected welding defect in the upper right-rear C-pillar/body structure. The suspected defective area is available for inspection. The dealership requested authorization from the manufacturer to repair the condition under warranty, but the request was denied. To my knowledge, neither the manufacturer nor the dealership has provided any engineering analysis or technical evidence identifying an alternative root cause for the suspected welding defect. The C-pillar is a structural component of the vehicle that contributes to body rigidity and occupant protection. If the clicking noise is caused by a defective or failed body weld, the condition could indicate reduced structural integrity or progressive deterioration over time. Although no crash or injury has occurred, I am concerned that continued operation with a suspected structural weld defect could compromise vehicle safety or crashworthiness. No warning lights or diagnostic messages were displayed before or during the occurrence of this condition. The primary symptom has been the repeatable clicking noise from the upper right-rear C-pillar area during normal driving. I am requesting that this condition be investigated to determine whether it represents a manufacturing defect that could affect other vehicles of the same model.
- NHTSA ID
- 11751421
- Incident
- Apr 16, 2026
On Sunday July 5th at approximately 4:10pm The vehicle experienced an unexpected Pre-Collision Braking activation at approximately 25 mph. A vehicle was approximately 40 feet ahead and there was no imminent collision. The vehicle automatically applied the brakes aggressively.
- NHTSA ID
- 11748394
- Incident
- Jul 5, 2026
My base level 2024 Subaru Impreza , while driving, has a vibration and shake in the drivers side rearview mirror at speeds over 25 mph, making it difficult to see clearly behind my vehicle. Vibration was present as a new vehicle and have reported issue to service advisor at Sport Subaru of Orlando Florida as a new vehicle owner.
- NHTSA ID
- 11731863
- Incident
- Sep 30, 2024
The fuel tank is leaking at molded seam making the vehicle undriveable and a fire safety hazard. Contacting dealer Monday morning.
- NHTSA ID
- 11730588
- Incident
- Apr 11, 2026
My entire dash went out. Nothing worked. This car has only 3500 miles on it. I got danger signs and it said to stop driving the car. Danger. I also got messages in my e-mail I think from Starlink to stop driving the car and bring it in to service. It was dangerous. Service had it for two weeks. They didn't know what to do. They asked if I did something with wires. I'm a [XXX] woman and4'10". What a question. Then some guy at Subaru said "they'll probably have to put a whole new dash in. Days later I called again.Another guy said they had to call all over America to try and find the part. No one to my knowledge has inspected this. I am working with Subaru Customer Care. I don't want this car. I do not feel safe in it.For something so new these emergency problems should not be happening. I want a cash back or give me another car.They had it for two weeks and gave me no explanation what happened. It is not a safe car. I hope Customer Care will help me. Someone has to. I don't want this car. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- NHTSA ID
- 11727613
- Incident
- Mar 13, 2026
225 40 r18 all four of my tires have a crack thats on the side wall that goes around the whole tire took it to my dealership and they said that it was defective and that i couldn't drive my vehicle like that
- NHTSA ID
- 11724807
- Incident
- Mar 13, 2026
- Mileage
- 32,583 mi
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS
This bulletin announces design changes to the front seat bottom heat unit.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a design change to the cord assembly that connects the Center Infotainment Display (CID) to the CCU, addressing reports of CID screen flickering.
POWER TRAIN
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces a reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2024Viewing | 32 | 2 | 0 | 57.5 |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 0 | — |
| 2022 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 50.9 |
| 2021 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 43.3 |
| 2020 | 85 | 1 | 0 | 43.5 |
| 2019 | 194 | 5 | 0 | 49.8 |
| 2018 | 151 | 5 | 0 | 50.8 |
| 2017 | 125 | 7 | 0 | 54.5 |
| 2016 | 75 | 1 | 0 | 43.2 |
| 2015 | 77 | 2 | 0 | 46.5 |
| 2014 | 108 | 3 | 0 | 55.2 |
| 2013 | 249 | 4 | 0 | 51.8 |
| 2012 | 243 | 6 | 1 | 54.1 |
| 2011 | 57 | 14 | 0 | 58.6 |
| 2010 | 46 | 15 | 0 | 53.3 |
| 2009 | 103 | 15 | 0 | 50.5 |
| 2008 | 176 | 15 | 0 | 51.6 |
| 2007 | 68 | 9 | 1 | 59.9 |
| 2006 | 56 | 10 | 1 | 52.4 |
| 2005 | 75 | 6 | 3 | 61.5 |
| 2004 | 96 | 8 | 4 | 60.2 |
| 2003 | 62 | 6 | 5 | 64.6 |
| 2002 | 292 | 6 | 4 | 58.8 |
| 2001 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 59.0 |
| 2000 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 52.4 |
| 1999 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 48.4 |
| 1998 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 44.1 |
| 1997 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 57.1 |
| 1996 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 56.7 |
| 1995 | 46 | 4 | 2 | 68.4 |
| 1994 | 8 | 3 | 2 | — |
| 1993 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 59.2 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.