This page covers 3 recalls, 107 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Subaru Impreza.
19–30 mpg combined
7.8–12.4 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 8 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2014 Subaru Impreza centers on the airbag and restraint system, which accounts for nearly a third of all filed complaints. Owners frequently describe seatbelt buckles that fail to latch on the first attempt or become difficult to release, along with concerns about airbag readiness. Engine complaints are the second most-reported area, with owners describing symptoms ranging from loss of power and unusual noises to what sounds like internal mechanical failures involving valves and bearings. The electrical system draws a smaller but notable share of reports, including doors locking unexpectedly while the vehicle is running and keys getting stuck in the ignition due to a park position switch issue. A handful of owners also report CVT whining noises that independent shops have associated with early transmission wear.
107
Total Complaints
16
Crash-Related
6
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Subaru Impreza has 3 recalls, the most serious being a relay failure on turbocharged models that causes the secondary air injection pump to run continuously, overheat, and potentially melt, raising the risk of an engine fire.
A separate engine concern affects certain trims: valve springs inside the engine can fracture, leading to an engine malfunction or sudden stall that increases crash risk. The third recall involves the brake light switch, which can fail to illuminate the brake lights when the driver slows or stops, leaving following drivers without warning.
At a glance
What can fail
Contaminants can damage the brake light switch, stopping brake lights from working and preventing some vehicles from starting or shifting out of Park.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake light switch at no cost.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine valve springs may crack, which can cause the engine to malfunction or stall.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the valve springs at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The relay controlling the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to run continuously and overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
