Every 2017 Subaru Impreza recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 22V624000
Dec 8, 2022Exterior Lighting:Headlights
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 22V624000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 21V264000
Apr 15, 2021Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 21V264000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19V743000
Oct 18, 2019Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 19V743000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 19V745000
Oct 17, 2019Engine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUS-04.
Full recall details for 19V745000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 19V744000
Oct 17, 2019Engine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.
Full recall details for 19V744000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 17V216000
Mar 29, 2017Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- 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.
Full recall details for 17V216000 →Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 17V132000
Feb 3, 2017Back Over Prevention: Camera System
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.
- Risk
- A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for the recall is WTN-74.
Full recall details for 17V132000 →
2017 Subaru Impreza complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Subaru Impreza, reporting 10 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries. Subaru has issued at least 569 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Exterior Lighting32
- Visibility/Wiper25
- Unknown Or Other22
- Electrical System21
- Engine14
- Air Bags11
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (285)
- Equipment (215)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (60)
- Power Train (55)
- Engine (45)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (39)
Read Subaru Impreza owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Subaru Impreza. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“1. Any and all airbags failed to deploy. The car is currently parked in my garage and is available for inspection. The insurance company has declared the car a "total loss," and would like to tow it away as soon as possible. 2.”
2017 SUBARU IMPREZAAug 26, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11683244
Injury reportedCrash
“The contact owned a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, she crashed into the rear of another vehicle on the front passenger side of her vehicle. The contact mentioned that the seat belt did retract during the impact. No air bags deployed.”
2017 SUBARU IMPREZAApr 23, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11656333
Crash
“I hit the guard rail going 35 mph on an exit ramp because of the low visibility because of the safety recall. I went to get the recall fixed when I found out and they refused to fix the recall because my bumper is messed up.”
2017 SUBARU IMPREZAFeb 2, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11640254
Fire
“Parked at a store. Car caught on fire while in store. Car had been parked approximately 10 minutes. Left side headlight spontaneously ignited.”
2017 SUBARU IMPREZAAug 2, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11606177
Injury reported
“I was driving on the freeway and the all the airbags in my vehicle deployed, sides, front and under the steering wheel. I did not have an accident or hit anything in the road. The airbags blocked my view of the road, and the cabin filled with smoke. I was traveling at a freeway speed.”
2017 SUBARU IMPREZAFeb 16, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11572344
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