This page covers 2 recalls, 77 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Subaru Impreza.
28–31 mpg combined
7.6–8.4 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 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints lead the 2015 Subaru Impreza's complaint record, followed closely by powertrain and engine issues. On the electrical side, owners describe a range of failures involving lighting, sensors, and related components. Powertrain complaints frequently involve transmission behavior, owners report hesitation, rough shifts, and in some cases unexpected acceleration responses that don't respond predictably to braking input. Engine complaints include reports of internal engine noise consistent with connecting rod or bearing wear appearing at relatively low mileage, sometimes under 100,000 miles, despite reported regular maintenance. A smaller number of owners also describe wheel bearing failures recurring at low mileage. Separately, a few reports mention the hood latch releasing unexpectedly while driving, with the hood striking the windshield before the secondary safety catch holds.
77
Total Complaints
5
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2015 Subaru Impreza has 2 recalls, the more serious being a failure in the automatic pre-collision braking system, which can prevent the vehicle from reacting to obstacles ahead and raises the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves the brake light switch, which can fail to illuminate the brake lights properly when the driver slows or stops. Other drivers following behind may not get adequate warning, increasing rear-end collision risk.
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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
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 →
At a glance
What can fail
The brake light activation switch may fail, preventing the automatic pre-collision braking feature of the EyeSight Driver Assist System from operating.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the driver assist system at no cost to restore pre-collision braking functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
