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2017 Subaru Impreza

Verified July 23, 2026Sources: NHTSA · EPA · vPIC

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Safety
5
of 5 stars
Recalls
7
on record
MPG
—
combined

Open recalls on record

7 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer — check the VIN before you buy.

Recalls7
Complaints125
Safety
Fuel

Vehicle Summary

2017 Subaru Impreza

7 recalls
125 complaints
5/5 safety rating

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Safety record at a glance

Recall campaigns
7
Owner complaints
125
Complaints citing a crash
10

These are raw counts from NHTSA records. They are not normalised by how many of these vehicles are on the road, so a model that sold in large numbers will tend to show more of everything. We do not publish a composite safety or reliability score.

7 Recalls on Record

These recalls have been issued by the manufacturer. Contact any authorized dealer to verify they have been completed — repairs are free.

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Safety recalls

7 NHTSA campaigns affecting this model year.

  • 21V264000high

    Electrical issue

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    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.

  • 19V744000high

    Engine issue

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

    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.

  • 19V745000high

    Engine issue

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

    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.

  • 19V743000high

    Electrical issue

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    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.

  • 17V216000high

    Fuel system issue

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    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.

  • 17V132000high

    Rear-visibility system issue

    BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

    Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.

  • 22V624000high

    Lighting issue

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    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."

Consumer complaints

125 owner reports filed with NHTSA.

125
Total
10
Crashes
3
Fires
7
Injuries

Most reported components

  • LIGHTING30
  • VISIBILITY22
  • ENGINE17
  • OTHER15
  • ELECTRICAL13

Notable Issues

125 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA. 7 reports involve injuries. 10 reports involve a crash.

Most reported problems

lighting problems (headlights, taillights)30
visibility issues (wipers, defrost, mirrors)22
engine problems (stalling, power loss, warning lights)17

Specifications & ratings

Specifications

Body class
Unknown
Drive type
Unknown
Engine
0L 0-cyl
Fuel type
Unknown
Transmission
Unknown
Seats
0

NHTSA crash ratings

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Side
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Data sources

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Common problems

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768 owner complaints analysed

Systems recalled

Safety timeline

Full timeline
  1. Recall

    Recall 22V624000

    Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.

  2. Recall

    Recall 21V264000

    A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  3. Recall

    Recall 19V743000

    If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  4. Recall

    Recall 19V744000

    An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  5. Recall

    Recall 19V745000

    An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.