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2017 Subaru ImprezaProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 162 owners and 7 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
162
Crashes
15
Fires
5
Recalls
7
TSBs
569
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 162 complaints, 15 crashes, 5 fires, and 7 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

infotainment system getting white glue under the screen

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

noise from behind dash when defrost is on

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
3

paint peeling and rusting around trunk crevices

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
4

brake lines blistering

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

transmission oil in coolant

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the LightsHIGH

31 owners reported lights issues — failures commonly reported around 11K miles.

!Inspect the VisibilityMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

65
0–30K
17
30–60K
7
60–90K
1
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (65 reports) • Median: 11K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Lights (31 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Lights31 (19%)
Visibility25 (15%)
Other22 (14%)
Electrical21 (13%)
Engine14 (9%)
Airbags10 (6%)
Brakes7 (4%)
Drivetrain5 (3%)

2017 Subaru Impreza: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Lights Issues

Lights complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, with 31 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 11,365 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 11K-mile mark.

Visibility Issues

Visibility complaints account for 15% of all reports filed for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, with 25 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to visibility-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2017 Subaru Impreza, with 14 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

27
17
17
18
19
19
24
20
14
21
2
22
31
23
13
24
11
25
4
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2017 Subaru Impreza. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (7 recalls)

17V132000Mar 2017

BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Due to a software problem, the rearview camera display may not work properly.

17V216000Apr 2017

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles. Winter fuels may vaporize prematurely in the fuel line, resulting in a reduction in fuel pressure, possibly causing the engine to stall.

19V743000Dec 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

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.

19V744000Dec 2019

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.

19V745000Dec 2019

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.

+ 2 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2017 Subaru Impreza NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Subaru Impreza is the 2012 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 162 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 7 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2017 Subaru Impreza: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Subaru Impreza?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2017 Subaru Impreza is related to the lights, with 31 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2017 Subaru Impreza reliable?
The 2017 Subaru Impreza has 162 complaints, 15 crash reports, and 5 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2017 Subaru Impreza?
NHTSA rates the 2017 Subaru Impreza 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 5 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2017 Subaru Impreza problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2017 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes, the 2017 Subaru Impreza has 7 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Subaru Impreza problems start?
Based on 90 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 11,365 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2017 Subaru Impreza data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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