2012
Subaru
Impreza
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148 hp @ 6200 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
148 hp
Horsepower
145 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Automatic
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency5.5 - 7.5 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity55.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,105 mm
Front Legroom
899 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
14 ft5.8"
4.42m
Width
5 ft8.5"
1.74m
Height
4 ft9.7"
1.47m
Wheelbase
8 ft8.1"
2.64m
Gallery
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Colors
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Sage Green Metallic/Ice Silver Metallic
#98ABAF
Sky Blue Metallic/Ice Silver Metallic
#7797B6
Satin White Pearl
#E7E7E7
Obsidian Black Pearl/Dark Gray Metallic
#000000
Ice Silver Metallic
#949494
Dark Gray Metallic
#828481
Marine Blue Pearl
#3365FF
Obsidian Black Pearl
#000000
Camellia Red Pearl
#861C28
Deep Cherry Pearl
#581411
Sky Blue Metallic
#7797B6
Plasma Blue Pearl
#33339A
Lightning Red
#FF0000
WR Blue Pearl
#0000FF
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
241 complaints reported to NHTSA
241
Total Reports
10
Crashes
6
Injuries
4
Fires
Most Common Issues
AIR BAGS
105
ENGINE
55
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
30
POWER TRAIN
26
SERVICE BRAKES
15
SEATS
15
Recent Reports
ODI #11682604
Aug 23, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The fan controls in the center of the dash failed. Fan speed 1&2 work, but 3&4 do not. After pulling the center dash controls out, I found that the plug connecting the fan speed controls to the wiring harness was burnt. This is a concern cause it could have burned other components or caused a fire.
Incident: Jun 1, 2025VIN: JF1GPAL61CH***
ODI #11661254
May 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUNKNOWN OR OTHER
HVAC plug pigtail Blower motor resistor Heater control harness Is available for inspection HVAC electrical plugin was badly burned and melted causing risk of fire Summer months created dangerous interior temperatures Winter months & inclement weather created physical distress- & created dangerous vision restrictions/blockage because unable to use defroster Dangerous cab temperatures, limited or blocked vision through windshield created physical distress and distraction for me thus others and property were at elevated risk Yes confirmed by garage. No inspection performed. No warnings available. There are 2 separate incidents: July 2023/august 2023 September 2024/april 2025
Incident: Jul 1, 2023VIN: JF1GPAL63CH***
ODI #11648309
Mar 14, 2025
SUSPENSIONSERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to stop immediately. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the control arms and brake lines were severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V311000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
Incident: Mar 12, 2025VIN: JF1GPAC62CH***
ODI #11640376
Feb 3, 2025
STEERINGELECTRICAL SYSTEMSERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and was driven with manual steering. The failure occurred while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that approximately four days after the first failure, the steering wheel failed to move. Additionally, the vehicle was losing oil and one quart of oil had to be added every month. The contact stated that the power steering, ABS, TPMS, transmission automatic transmission fluid (ATF), and 4-WD failure warning lights were illuminated. The passenger occupant sensor chimed for the passenger to secure the seat belt consistently even though the occupant was seated with the seat belt buckled securely. The contact who is a certified mechanic had replaced the rack and pinion. The contact noticed that the threads on the tie rods were close in proximately risking the chance of damaging the tie rods. The ABS module had been replaced. The contact believed that the engine needed to be replaced but the engine was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer confirmed there was no recall for the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 164,964.
Incident: Jan 31, 2025VIN: JF1GPAD67CH***
ODI #11640388
Feb 3, 2025
VISIBILITY
The contact's son's father owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that upon activating the heating system, a burning odor would emit from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic discovered melted plastic; as well as black soot, inside the vehicle's instrument panel and harness blower resistor. The contact stated that an unknown fuse and the heater motor were replaced; however, the failure returned. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer(Prestige Subaru of Turnersville NJ) where a diagnostic was performed and the contact was given an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact reached out to the manufacturer but was offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 129,173
Incident: Aug 1, 2021VIN: JF1GJAD60CH***
ODI #11634194
Jan 5, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAIR BAGSSEATS
The Airbag warning light has been lit within the dashboard. The front passenger seat airbag is faulty and is not able to correctly sense when a passenger is within the seat or not, which disables the airbags. This can be deadly to the passenger if in an accident. The issue seems to be in the ODS passenger seat mat that determines when the airbag is active or not. If moisture is able to get within the mat, then it can short the circuit and cause airbags to not deploy. My car was "supposed" to already been fixed with the issue in 2015 on the recall #WQT55, NHTSA Campaign 15V419000, but I don't believe the underlying issue was fixed correctly or the same part has failed again. Looking further into recalls, the exact same issue is happening again with Subarus with #WRA-24 and NHTSA campaign 24V227. The dealer has asked me to pay over $1700 on to replace this part. Subaru America should fully cover the cost of any Passenger ODS issue especially when there have already been two recalls with the exact same issue.
Incident: Feb 1, 2022VIN: JF1GPAC61CH***
ODI #11633290
Dec 31, 2024
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The AC unit suddenly shutoff and there was a burning smell while I was driving. It turns out that the connector on the back of the climate control unit had either drawn too much current, or the resistance was too high, and the connector had started burning. Fortunately, the melted plastic interrupted the electrical connection, and the fire had went out on its own. It looks like this is not an isolated incident, and several others have dealt with similar when looking online.
Incident: Dec 7, 2024VIN: JF1GPAC6XCH***
ODI #11613051
Sep 6, 2024
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics and the contact was informed that there was a defective gasket on the transfer case and the transmission needed to be replaced. The transmission was replaced. The contact stated that while a relative was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where a code reader determined that there was a defect with the front passenger’s side air bag sensor. A dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was made to have the vehicle serviced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
Incident: Aug 21, 2024VIN: JF1GPAD65CH***
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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