Subaru Impreza 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Subaru Impreza 2020 and 85 complaints filed by owners. It has 22% more complaints than the average Subaru Impreza from 2016–2025 (70 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Subaru Impreza 2020

Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 21V587000 · 2021-07-29

What happens

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.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 21V587000

Complaints from other owners

85 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

2 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 2 injuries

Most reported problems on the Subaru Impreza 2020

• Wipers: 52 (61% of complaints)
• Brakes: 5 (6% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 4 (5% of complaints)
• Visibility (glass and mirrors): 4 (5% of complaints)
• Air bags: 3 (4% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Subaru Impreza 2020

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test every wiper speed and the washer.
• Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Subaru Impreza recalls by year

• 2016 : 1 recall · 75 complaints
• 2017 : 7 recalls · 125 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 151 complaints
• 2019 : 5 recalls · 194 complaints
• 2020 : 1 recall · 85 complaints
• 2021 : 2 recalls · 14 complaints
• 2022 : 1 recall · 14 complaints
• 2023 : 2 recalls · 4 complaints
• 2024 : 2 recalls · 32 complaints
• 2025 : 0 recalls · 5 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Subaru Impreza 2020 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Subaru Impreza 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Subaru Impreza 2020?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: wipers (52 of 85 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.