2022 Subaru Impreza Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 10, 2026 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Impreza years
Far fewer complaints than other years 28th of 32 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Subaru Impreza. That ranks 28th out of 32 Impreza model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (4 complaints, 31%). Complaints mention 2 fires. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Subaru Impreza
Subaru Impreza (GU) at Auto Zürich 2023. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Subaru Impreza problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train4
Visibility/wiper3
Service Brakes2
Steering2
Unknown or Other2
Electrical System1
Engine1
Exterior Lighting1
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train431%———
Visibility/wiper323%———
Service Brakes215%———
Steering215%———
Unknown or Other215%———
Electrical System18%———
Engine18%———
Exterior Lighting18%———
Tires18%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 4 complaints
2021: 1202112022: 3202232023: 2202322024: 1202412025: 4202542026: 220262

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Subaru Impreza recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Visibility:windshieldSep 22, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V712000 · 42 vehicles

Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Risk: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

total failure of brake booster at 49.5k miles, caused air leak in engine intake system, which caused lean run and burning more fuel and failure of air/fuel ratio sensor.

Service Brakes · received Sep 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11763372

The vehicle's rear brake lines (both left rear and right rear) had ballooning present. The issue was initially identified by an independent mechanic during brake pad and rotor replacement on all four wheels. The ballooning was subsequently confirmed during an inspection by a Subaru dealership…

Service Brakes · received Mar 18, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11725160

We have a hesitation when hitting the gas with our Subaru Impreza. I took it to a mechanic who said there isn't officially an issue with the car, but it is consistent with a CRT transmition issue on other Subarus. The only way we are able to fix it is to take it to a Subaru dealership who insist…

Engine · received Nov 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11701455

Front wheels locked up while doing 75 miles an hour. Per shop the transmission locked up. There were no signs of transmission failure car ran perfectly fine and had been serviced and new tires 7 days before. This could have caused a very serious accident.

Power Train · received Jun 24, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11668965

On [XXX], my 2022 Subaru Impreza caught fire in Lincolnwood, IL. My sister in-law and nephew escaped the vehicle just before it was consumed by the fire. The Lincolnwood Fire Department Fire Inspector said the fire was caused by a defected car battery. The car was declared a total loss. Subaru…

Electrical System · received Jun 6, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11665374

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru Impreza?

Owners most often report power train, visibility/wiper, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Subaru Impreza?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Subaru Impreza a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Impreza model years, the 2022 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.