Subaru Impreza recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 14 safety recalls naming the Subaru Impreza, launched from 2004 to 2022. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Subaru Impreza recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 14
- 2004 to 2022
- Latest recall
- 1 September 2022
- R/2022/260
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Subaru Impreza recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE CONNECTOR MAY DISCONNECT
R/2022/260, launched 1 September 2022, 4,769 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Levorg, Outback, XV
Defect: The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
Remedy: Inspect the electronic park brake connector and if necessary fit a retaining clip.
POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION COIL MODULE CAUSING ENGINE STALL AND A NONE START CONDITION
R/2021/353, launched 1 November 2021, 2,338 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, XV
Defect: Ignition coils may short circuit and fail.
Remedy: Replace all ignition coils. If a misfire DTC is stored replace the front exhaust pipe.
DUE TO IMPROPER ECM PROGRAMMING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES THE IGNITION COIL MAY BE ENERGIZED LONGER THAN DESIGNED AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF
R/2020/316, launched 15 November 2020, 2,338 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, XV
Defect: Possible engine stall and restart failure.
Remedy: Re-programme the engine control module and replace if required the ignition coil.
BRAKE HOSE FITTING CAULKING AREA HAS INSUFFICIENT SEALING
R/2020/315, launched 15 November 2020, 585 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the XV
Defect: Vehicles are equipped with brake hose fittings with insufficient sealing.
Remedy: Replace affected brake hoses with a countermeasure part.
SILICONE GAS MAY SEEP INTO STOP LIGHT SWITCH HOUSING AND LEAD TO A CONDUCTION FAILURE
R/2019/106, launched 8 April 2019, 6,975 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Wrx, XV
Defect: The vehicle’s brake lights may not operate properly.
Remedy: The brake light switch will be replaced on affected vehicles.
THE LOAD MAY EXCEED THE VALVE SPRING'S FATIGUE STRENGTH AND THE SPRING MAY FRACTURE
R/2019/025, launched 1 March 2019, 812 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Brz, Forester, Legacy, Outback, XV
Defect: Engine valve springs may fracture.
Remedy: Replace all engine valve springs.
MIS CONNECTION OF THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR
R/2018/326, launched 1 December 2018, 6,649 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy, Outback
Defect: Fuel pump wiring poor connection.
Remedy: Replace fuel pump harness and inspect pump flange or damage. Replace if required.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IN A DEPLOYMENT EVENT
R/2018/141, launched 23 July 2018, 7,589 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Legacy, Outback
Defect: Potential injury if Airbag deployed
Remedy: On Affected vehicles replace Airbag inflator unit
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2016/148, launched 1 August 2016, 408 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Certain circumstances can trigger the Occupant Detection System (ODS) to incorrectly detect a high rise in capacitance which deactivates the ODS and turns the passenger airbag off. This is signalled to the driver via the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). If a heavy frontal collision occurs after the MIL illuminates the airbag will not deploy.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the Occupant Detection Unit.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2015/112, launched 1 July 2015, 10,452 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag the subject propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace passenger front air bag inflator.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
R/2014/127, launched 30 November 2014, 21,343 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester, Legacy, Outback
Defect: It is possible that corrosion can form on unprotected hidden brake pipes. This could result in the failure of the pipes and loss of brake fluid which can affect the brake system and ultimately cause reduced braking efficiency.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and if required replace the subject brake pipes.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2013/117, launched 10 January 2014, 80 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester
Defect: It is possible that the main engine wiring harness may have been incorrectly routed within the engine bay. This can allow the harness to chaff on the engine inlet manifold. This can result in damage to the harness which will either cause rough running of the engine illumination of the engine management light or in the extreme cases cause the engine to cut out.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check the routing of the harness and if necessary reroute and repair the harness.
LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY FAIL
R/2011/146, launched 15 January 2012, 22,928 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Forester
Defect: The front Transverse links (lower Control Arms) may corrode leading to possible breakage if left without treatment.
Remedy: Either additional rust proofing or replacement of the Transverse links will be performed according to the degree of corrosion.
OIL FLOW CONTROL VALVE COVER RETAINING BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE
R/2004/194, launched 3 November 2004, 1,588 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The oil flow control valve cover retaining bolts may become loose with the result that the engine may leak oil and the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the oil flow control valve cover retaining bolts re-tightened to a revised torque.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Subaru Impreza, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Subaru dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.