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2017 Subaru ImprezaProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 125 owner complaints about the 2017 Subaru Impreza, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-624 the manufacturer reports only 64% of affected cars repaired.

2017 Subaru Impreza
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CarFlaw IndexUse caution1.6× the Impreza median · #7 of 30 years by complaints
Safety recalls7Lowest repair rate 64%Owner complaints12520 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage57kExterior lighting, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 16, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 Subaru Impreza has problems

125 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Exterior lighting321
Visibility/wiper251
Electrical system213
Engine141
Air bags116
Service brakes72
Power train50
Vehicle speed control41
Wheels41
10 other systems174

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2017 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.

64%repaired · 2026 Q2

Exterior lighting: headlights

Recall 22V-624 · Aug 12, 2022 · 188,397 vehicles · 120,605 repaired

Risk. Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

88%repaired · 2023 Q1

Electrical system: ignition

Recall 21V-264 · Apr 15, 2021 · 466,205 vehicles · 412,561 repaired

Risk. A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2021 Q1

Electrical system: ignition

Recall 19V-743 · Oct 18, 2019 · 466,205 vehicles · 431,973 repaired

Risk. If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2021 Q1

Emission control: crankcase (pcv)

Recall 19V-744 · Oct 17, 2019 · 205,000 vehicles · 188,199 repaired

Risk. An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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71%repaired · 2021 Q1

Emission control: crankcase (pcv)

Recall 19V-745 · Oct 17, 2019 · 251 vehicles · 177 repaired

Risk. An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

97%repaired · 2018 Q3

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 17V-216 · Mar 29, 2017 · 33,131 vehicles · 32,201 repaired

Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2018 Q2

Back over prevention: camera system

Recall 17V-132 · Mar 2, 2017 · 25,567 vehicles · 24,951 repaired

Risk. A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2017 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

'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2017 Subaru Impreza safety ratings

2017 Subaru Impreza SW AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 5 stars (9.5% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words

What Impreza owners report

Recent exterior lighting complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I noticed that visibility at night was poor. I was pulled over by the police and give a warning that my headlight was out and told to get it fixed. I thought it may be as simple as a bulb but was told the entire left headlamp assembly had to be replaced at a cost of more than $2,000. Just days…
Complaint 11718214 · Feb 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the "Check Headlight Assembly" message was displayed, and the front passenger’s side headlight occasionally turned off or on, while attempting to start the vehicle and while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to a local…
Complaint 11651397 · Mar 28, 2025 · 69,534 miles
Parked at a store. Car caught on fire while in store. Car had been parked approximately 10 minutes. Left side headlight spontaneously ignited.
Complaint 11606177 · Aug 2, 2024

Own a 2017 Impreza?

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