Subaru Impreza 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Impreza 2023 and 4 complaints filed by owners. It's the model year with the fewest complaints for the Subaru Impreza between 2016 and 2025.
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.
Own or buying a Subaru Impreza 2023? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Subaru Impreza 2023
Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 23V647000 · 2023-09-21
What happens
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, resulting in the disconnection of the front end of the driveshaft.
Consequence
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will clean the bolt mounting surfaces of the center support brace and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRN-23.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Exterior lighting
NHTSA campaign 23V292000 · 2023-04-25
What happens
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Impreza vehicles. The brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal. The vehicle may also allow drivers to start and shift the transmission out of the PARK position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Consequence
An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-23.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
4 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
Most reported problems on the Subaru Impreza 2023
- Tires: 2 (50% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 1 (25% of complaints)
- Engine: 1 (25% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 1 (25% 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 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Check for even wear and the tires’ DOT date.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Subaru Impreza SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2023 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
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
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Subaru Impreza 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Impreza 2023. 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 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: tires (2 of 4 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 23, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).