repaired · 2020 Q3
Brake lights: switch
Risk. Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
2015 Subaru ImprezaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 77 owner complaints about the 2015 Subaru Impreza, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-149 the manufacturer reports only 76% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: OSX, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Subaru Impreza has problems
77 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Electrical system
11Power train
10Engine
7Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
6Vehicle speed control3 crash/fire/injury
6Steering
4Service brakes
3Wheels
3Structure
129 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 0 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 12 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2015 Subaru Impreza recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Brake lights: switch
Risk. If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Subaru.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other Impreza year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Impreza median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Subaru Impreza safety ratings
2015 Subaru Impreza SW AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Impreza owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Battery Drain when plugging into the USB port: This is second battery that had to be replaced since purchase of the vehicle.
I purchased a Subaru for reliability and safety reasons. This car has placed my family in some dangerous situations. Every time the outside temp is 90+ degrees F and it is driven on a road trip of 200+ miles, the car's acceleration shuts off. There is never any warning or check engine/trans lights…
Yesterday, March 28, 2022 I stopped to run into a shop. Left my windows down because it was hot. My AC fan doesn’t work half the time. When I put my keys in the ignition, the key would not turn to accessories or ignite the car to start. The steering wheel was locked. The park gear shift wouldn’t…
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