2019 Subaru Impreza Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Subaru Impreza.

20182020
Complaints
214
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2019 Subaru Impreza Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#163 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:15,135 mi
Crash-related:1
#255 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:15,620 mi
#315 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:22,851 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Impreza.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
63
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,135
Wipers & Visibility
55
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,620
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,851
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
8,000
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
16,015
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,625
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
308
Visibility:Windshield
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
23,883
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Subaru Impreza

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,484,982 vehicles.

22V624000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~188,397 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza vehicles. The left and right side reflex reflector and left side low beam reflector may inadequately reflect light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

21V587000Fuel Pump
~175,968 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

21V264000Electrical System:software · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm):software · Electrical System:ignition · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
~466,205 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.

20V218000Fuel Pump
~188,207 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

19V743000Electrical System:software · Electrical System:ignition
~466,205 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.

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2019 Subaru Impreza — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Subaru Impreza reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2019 Subaru Impreza has 214 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 63 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Subaru Impreza?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (63 complaints, avg 15,135 mi); Wipers & Visibility (55 complaints, avg 15,620 mi); Electrical Faults (15 complaints, avg 22,851 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Subaru Impreza?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 15,314 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Subaru Impreza include 6 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,484,982 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Subaru Impreza?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (headlight/taillight failures) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Subaru Impreza reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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