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#BS-2022-SUBIMP-118A2022 Subaru ImprezaProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 18 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.
Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Proceed with Caution
Based on 18 complaints, 0 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 recalls.
Top reported problems
head unit freezes-ongoing issues experienced
1 complaints • Severity 4/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
4 owners reported drivetrain issues.
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Most Likely
Worst Case
Top cost driver: Drivetrain (4 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2022 Subaru Impreza: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 22% of all reports filed for the 2022 Subaru Impreza, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.
Visibility Issues
Visibility complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2022 Subaru Impreza, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to visibility-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2022 Subaru Impreza, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Steering Issues
Steering complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2022 Subaru Impreza, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-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
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2022 Subaru Impreza. Recent trend: stable.
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Recall History (1 recall)
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2022 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.
2022 Subaru Impreza vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)
This vehicle
18
Class avg
74
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical midsize cars vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 18 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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