repaired · 2026 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
2019 Subaru ImprezaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 194 owner complaints about the 2019 Subaru Impreza, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-624 the manufacturer reports only 64% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 1, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Subaru Impreza has problems
194 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
63Exterior lighting1 crash/fire/injury
55Visibility/wiper
19Electrical system
8Engine
8Service brakes
6Fuel/propulsion system
5Visibility
5Steering
4Air bags
2511 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 63 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 55 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 19 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| 11 other systems | 25 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2019 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 · 2023 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the low pressure fuel pump fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2021 Q1
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2019 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
2019 Subaru Impreza safety ratings
2019 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 (9.5% 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 attempted to get a safety recall (headlamp assembly defect) addressed at my local Subaru dealership. The vehicle is still under warranty, and I was told I may be able to get a loaner or rental. However, when I arrived, I was informed that the dealership only has 9 loaners and does not offer…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
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