Verdict
2020 Subaru Impreza: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2020 Subaru Impreza — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most wagon.
Owners filed 85 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 100% of 2020 wagons. Visibility/Wiper leads the reports (58%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2020 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
85
Reports to NHTSA, 2020
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
28
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 100% of 2020 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2020 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Visibility/Wiper issues lead owner complaints (58% of 85 reports), followed by unknown or other (18%).
+ 3 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 85 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11734220, ODI 11605501, ODI 11595823, ODI 11552065, ODI 11519211.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Fuel System · 21V587000Details +Close −
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2020 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
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2020 Subaru Impreza SW AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impreza 5-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 36 | 31 |
| Impreza 4-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 36 | 31 |
| Impreza Sport 5-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 27 | 35 | 30 |
| Impreza Sport 4-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 27 | 36 | 30 |
| Impreza Sport 4-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 23 | 31 | 26 |
| Impreza 5-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 24 | 31 | 26 |
| Impreza 4-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 23 | 31 | 26 |
| Impreza Sport 5-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 22 | 30 | 25 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2020 Subaru Impreza: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Subaru Impreza?
Owners filed 85 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Subaru Impreza — more complaints than 100% of comparable 2020 wagons, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2020 Subaru Impreza?
The most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (58% of complaints) and unknown or other (18%).
How many recalls does the 2020 Subaru Impreza have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2020 Subaru Impreza, covering components such as fuel system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Subaru Impreza get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Subaru Impreza between 25 and 31 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.