2020 Subaru Impreza Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Subaru Impreza.

20192021
Complaints
97
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Subaru Impreza Problems

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

#151 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:8,855 mi
#25 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:20,355 mi
Crash-related:1
#33 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:1
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Subaru Impreza.

Wipers & Visibility
51
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,855
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
20,355
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2020 Subaru Impreza

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~175,968 vehicles.

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.

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2020 Subaru Impreza — FAQ

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

Is the 2020 Subaru Impreza reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2020 Subaru Impreza has 97 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 51 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Subaru Impreza?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (51 complaints, avg 8,855 mi); Brakes (5 complaints, avg 20,355 mi); Airbags (3 complaints). 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 2020 Subaru Impreza?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 9,882 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Subaru Impreza include 3 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 2 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 2020 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 175,968 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 2020 Subaru Impreza?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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