2003
Subaru
Impreza
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227 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
227 hp
Horsepower
217 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency8.0 - 11.6 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity60.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
311 L
Cargo
1,090 mm
Front Legroom
838 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
14 ft5.4"
4.4m
Width
5 ft8.1"
1.73m
Height
4 ft8.7"
1.44m
Wheelbase
8 ft3.4"
2.53m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Midnight Black Pearl
#191718
Blue Ridge Pearl
#403A6D
Savanna Green Metallic
#39633B
Sedona Red Pearl
#A74846
Aspen White
#F6F7F9
Midnight Black Pearl/Graystone Metallic
#191718
Savanna Green Metallic/Graystone Metallic
#39633B
Sedona Red Pearl/Graystone Metallic
#A74846
Platinum Silver Metallic/Graystone Metallic
#BBBBBB
Aspen White/Graystone Metallic
#F6F7F9
Platinum Silver Metallic
#BBBBBB
WR Blue Pearl
#282B9B
Sonic Yellow
#D7DD31
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
64 complaints reported to NHTSA
64
Total Reports
8
Crashes
13
Injuries
1
Fires
Most Common Issues
FUEL SYSTEM
14
SERVICE BRAKES
14
GASOLINE
13
HYDRAULIC
13
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
5
Recent Reports
ODI #11448826
Jan 25, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My 2003 Subaru Impreza WRX has a very strong fuel odor that is coming into the cabin when I start my car up on cold days. It's been unusually cold here in Washington state this winter with temperatures in Seattle dipping well below freezing. I see that there is a recall for this exact problem for my exact car (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2009/RCONL-09V468-4248.pdf). But when I called the dealer (Michael's Bellevue Subaru), and then subsequently called Subaru (1-800-SUBARU3), they told me that they will not fix this issue, since this recall does not apply to my state (Washington). I think that's not right. It is the exact same problem of cold weather causing this fuel line to leak, and they should honor this recall.
Incident: Jan 1, 2022VIN: JF1GG29693G***
ODI #11405009
Mar 26, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I NOTICED FRESH SMELL OF GASOLINE EVERYTIME I START THE CAR. I LOOK AT THE FUEL LINE AND ITS SIPPING FUEL.
Incident: Mar 25, 2021VIN: JF1GG29673G***
ODI #11399684
Mar 8, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
SUBARU OF AMERICA RECALL WVK-21 OCCURED WHILE DRIVING AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE, CAUSING SMOKE TO RISE FROM ENGINE BAY. SUBARU OF AMERICA REFUSED TO FIX THE ISSUE AS MY VIN DID NOT COME UP IN THEIR SYSTEM WITH THE RECALL.
Incident: Feb 23, 2021VIN: JF1GD296X3G***
ODI #11382853
Dec 10, 2020
SUSPENSION
ON THE NIGHT OF 12/6/2020 I WAS BACKING OUT OF A FRIENDS DRIVEWAY TO DRIVE HOME, WHEN I REACHED THE STREET, I HEARD A LOUD CLUNK AND A GRINDING NOISE. I GOT OUT OF MY CAR TO INVESTIGATE WHAT HAD JUST HAPPENED AND THE FRONT PORTION OF MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM HAD COMPLETELY LOST ALL STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY. FORTUNATELY MY CAR WAS AT A LOW SPEED AND I DID NOT LOSE CONTROL (PICTURES ATTACHED). HAD THIS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, THIS WOULD HAVE BEEN A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AND I WOULD HAVE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE THE EVENTS ON 12/6/2020 INDICATES THE REMEDIATION STEPS PROPOSED BY SUBARU ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AS THIS PART FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY AFTER THESE STEPS HAD BEEN PERFORMED. THE SAFETY RECALL REMEDIATION STEPS IN QUESTION ARE THAT OF: "TYPE: SAFETY | SAFETY RECALL: WVX34 | NHTSA CAMPAIGN: 11V464000" ACCORDING TO SUBARU'S WEBSITE FOR THIS VEHICLE, THE SAFETY RECALL WAS COMPLETED: HTTPS://WWW.SUBARU.COM/VEHICLE-RECALLS.HTML/VIN=[XXX] ACCORDING TO THE CARFAX REPORT, THE SAFETY RECALL WAS PERFORMED ON 2/7/2012 ONLY 5 MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL WAS ISSUED. (SCREENSHOT ATTACHED) THE NATURE OF THE FAILURE AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ORIGINAL SAFETY RECALL SHOW THAT THE TESTING STEPS AND REMEDIATION STEPS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR A COMPLETED SAFETY RECALL AS THE PART DID END UP FAILING AFTER THE ADDITIONAL COATING OF ANTI-CORROSIVE HAD BEEN APPLIED TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARM OF MY VEHICLE. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Incident: Dec 6, 2020VIN: JF1GG655X3H***
ODI #11318563
Mar 18, 2020
ENGINE
HEAD GASKET ISSUE. WEEPING OIL BETWEEN THE HEADS AND THE BLOCK. NO LONGER OWN VEHICLE.
Incident: Feb 9, 2020VIN: JF1GG68523H***
ODI #11181362
Feb 20, 2019
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT SMELLED FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE ENGINE BAY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V468000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). KEARNY MESA SUBARU (4797 CONVOY ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111, (858) 278-7100) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO CALL NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 159,800.
Incident: Feb 19, 2019VIN: JF1GG29653G***
ODI #11160641
Dec 11, 2018
SUSPENSION
LOWER PASSENGER CONTROL ARM TORE OFF. AS A RESULT, LOSS CONTROL OF VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY.
Incident: Dec 2, 2018VIN: JF1GD29633G***
ODI #10930227
Dec 6, 2016
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL LINE LEAKING GAS IN COLD WEATHER. I REALLY DON'T THINK IT'S SAFE TO DRIVE WITH QUITE A BIT OF GAS LEAKING ALL OVER THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ENGINE THAT GETS VERY HOT AND COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
Incident: Dec 4, 2016VIN: JF1GD296X3G***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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