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2023 Subaru Impreza: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Subaru Impreza — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for wagon.
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 63% of 2023 wagons. Tires leads the reports (50%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
4
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
30
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 63% of 2023 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Tires issues lead owner complaints (50% of 4 reports), followed by electrical system (25%).
Share of all 4 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11715514, ODI 11708071.
Recalls(2)
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.
Exterior Lighting · 23V292000Details +Close −
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Impreza vehicles. The brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. The vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the PARK position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Risk: An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-23.
Power Train · 23V647000Details +Close −
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Risk: Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
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
2023 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
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- Side
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2023 Subaru Impreza SW AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impreza 4-Door | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 36 | 32 |
| Impreza 5-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 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.
2023 Subaru Impreza: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Subaru Impreza — fewer complaints than 63% of comparable 2023 wagons, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Subaru Impreza?
The most-reported problem areas are Tires (50% of complaints) and electrical system (25%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Impreza have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2023 Subaru Impreza, covering components such as exterior lighting. 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 2023 Subaru Impreza get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Subaru Impreza between 25 and 32 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.