SUBARU IMPREZA REPAIR SERVICES
IMPREZA
We’re a top rated local Subaru repair services shop in Fremont, CA. We also serve the greater East Bay Area, including Newark, Union City, Milpitas and Sunol. The Subaru Impreza is a popular and economical compact car manufactured and sold around the world since 1992. Various models of the Subaru Impreza are famous for their rally car success as well as for being used by police forces in the UK, France, Singapore, Australia, Japan, Estonia, and Latvia. The 2023 Subaru Impreza hatchback starts at $20,295.
Like most vehicles, the Subaru Impreza may encounter some typical car issues during its lifetime. No matter the year, consumers tend to report the same types of problems consistently.
So, if you are planning to purchase a Subaru Impreza, what are some of the common issues that you may need to address during your vehicle’s lifetime?
Let us take a closer look at some of the most common problems that Subaru Impreza owners experience.
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Brake issues
Underpowered brakes: The Subaru Impreza is infamous for having underpowered brakes. Having underpowered brakes can put unnecessary stress on the suspension. This stress on the suspension can cause someone to have to replace the velocity joints.
Rapid brake wear: These underpowered brakes also wear out much quicker than brakes on other types of vehicles. Worn brakes can make noise and require you to apply more pressure to stop.
Faulty brake lights: Sometimes brake lights burn out and need to be replaced. If one light burns out, it is best to still replace both of them at the same time. If the lights stop working soon after replacement, then there is a deeper electrical issue that needs to be addressed by a certified technician.
Head gasket failure
The Subaru Impreza is known to sometimes have a cooling system failure that can cause the vehicle to overheat and the head gasket to crack. If the head gasket is damaged in any way, it is extra important that it be replaced right away. Failure to replace the head gasket can cause cracks in the engine block and eventually cause the entire engine to fail.
Windshield cracking on its own
The quality of glass used by Subaru for the Subaru Impreza after many owners reported that their windshield has started to crack on its own without being hit with gravel or other debris. Commonly, the windshield can crack if the owner lives somewhere that has extreme winters. When the glass is extra cold and the owner uses the defrost to improve visibility and remove frost and ice, as the windshield begins to warm, some people have reported witnessing the glass form cracks.
Rear oil leak
A leak in the rear of the Subaru Impreza is common in older models. The main cause of these oil leaks is a plastic oil baffle. Newer models have had the plastic oil baffle upgraded with a much stronger one made from better materials. Owners who have a Subaru Impreza with a plastic oil baffle may want to replace it.