Last updated: 2026-03-04

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GoodReliability score: 77 out of 100, rated Good
2025 Subaru Impreza

2025 Subaru Impreza Reliability Score & Common Problems

The 2025 Subaru Impreza scores 77/100 ("Good"). With 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

Recalls

0

Complaints

2

Complaint Rate

0.7

per 10k sold

Below avg

Est. Annual Cost

$653

Above avg

Major Repair Risk

17%

NHTSA Rating

5/5

Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity35%
71/100 (Good)

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs30%
70/100 (Good)

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact20%
100/100 (Excellent)

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity15%
72/100 (Good)

Breadth of reported problem categories

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Top Issues

POWER TRAIN (1)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

Should You Buy the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

The 2025 Subaru Impreza scores 77/100 ("Good"), placing it in acceptable but not class-leading territory.

With 2 owner complaints, some reported issues may need attention, but we don't yet see evidence of a single dominant failure mode.

A pre-purchase inspection is recommended for used examples, with particular attention to power train (1). An extended warranty may provide additional peace of mind.

Compared to the 2026 Subaru Impreza. See also the 2024 Subaru Impreza for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • Acceptable reliability score
  • Infrequent unscheduled repairs
  • No recalls issued
  • Below-average complaint rate for Sedan

Cons

  • Above-average repair costs for its class
  • POWER TRAIN (1)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

Compare 2025 Subaru Impreza With

Common Problem Categories

Other

  • POWER TRAIN (1)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

0

recalls on record

The 2025 Subaru Impreza has no recalls on record, which is uncommon and a positive indicator of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

0.7

per 10k sold

Segment avg: 2

LowAvgHigh
Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

0

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

0

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2025 Subaru Impreza NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 9.3%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Seat Pan Airbag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Subaru Impreza Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5Maintenance rating: 3.5 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$653

vs $526 avg for compact cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

17%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Impreza
$653
Category Avg
$526
All Vehicles
$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

When Buying a Used 2025 Subaru Impreza

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing, based on the most common reported issues.

  • Check for transmission communication error codes, especially P1894
  • Inspect EyeSight system for consistent operation and error codes
  • Verify all collision avoidance systems are functioning properly
  • Test drive to ensure no warning lights illuminate during operation

Check Any 2025 Subaru Impreza's History Before You Buy

Reliability scores tell you what to expect from the 2025 Impreza in general — but every car has its own story. Uncover past accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and service records for a specific Subaru Impreza with a free VIN lookup.

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2025 Subaru Impreza Common Problems by Component

2 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint
2025-04-12

The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Transmission Failure Communication warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnosis was not available. Fault code: P1894 was retrieved. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the same local dealer and another local dealer for a second opinion on several occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,700.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint
2025-04-05

So far I went to Herb Gordon Auto World in Silver Spring At least three times for the eyesight system that keeps malfunctioning and they said each time there's no codes and no sensor or system error light codes on. I called and talked to Subaru customer service three times and on the fourth time I was told to go to another Subaru dealer and have it looked at as a second opinion on the 16th of aug I went to Fitzgerald Auto Mall after I talked to the service advisor Matt and found out that it had a code in it in the history PO1894 which Herb Gordon Auto World either didn't figure out how to find  or was too incompetent to find it. According to Matt at Fitzgerald the code is a communication error from the transmission which is not a good thing to have on a brand new car.  I guess Mark was the specialist and kelly is his assistant. I also talked to Erica on the 21st of August. Erica said the floater Dawn was going to call me after she talks to Fitzgerald Subaru about the code. I talked to Kelly on the 21st. and than Mark the same day. When I talk to Matt who is supposed to be the head of this case #[XXX] he told me this places you win said they can't advise a fix so we're just going to wait until you have any more problems with it and then we could fix it then maybe so I said can you not find the source of the transmission communication problem he said well we would have to find a fix to it and we can't right now certificate can't fix it or find out the source where it's coming from we have nothing to do now with it unless you have more problems and I said if I'm on the Beltway and the communication fails again will everything go off and then the car will stop now having an accident and possibly be killed So to that he stated well that's what insurance is for. This is all safety equipment because the lights come on at first that shows the eyesight error and all the red lights come on that say all the Collision avoiding systems are not working INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

When Do 2025 Subaru Impreza Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

2,000–3,000 milesTransmission communication errors

Best & Worst Subaru Impreza Years

Best Subaru Impreza Years to Buy

The best Subaru Impreza year is 2025 with a reliability score of 77/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2022 (76/100) and 2024 (74/100).

Subaru Impreza Years to Avoid

The worst Subaru Impreza year is 2019 with a score of 66/100, primarily due to exterior lighting (62) issues.

See full Subaru Impreza years-to-avoid analysis →

Subaru Impreza Reliability Score Trend

Subaru Impreza reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 73/100.

avg 73
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Subaru Impreza reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201869/100Good
201966/100Good
202074/100Good
202171/100Good
202276/100Good
202374/100Good
202474/100Good
202577/100Good

Subaru Impreza Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202675/100 (predicted)Predicted00
2025(selected)77/100+3Good02
202474/1000Good223
202374/100-2Good24
202276/100+5Good111
202171/100-3Good214
202074/100+8Good183
201966/100-3Good5185
201869/100Good5148

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza reliable?
The 2025 Subaru Impreza has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 77/100. It is reasonably reliable with 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Subaru Impreza?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 Subaru Impreza include: POWER TRAIN (1 complaints), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints). These issues were identified from owner complaints analyzed by Auto Reliability Index.
How many recalls does the 2025 Subaru Impreza have?
The 2025 Subaru Impreza has no recalls on record, which is a positive indicator.
Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza expensive to maintain?
The 2025 Subaru Impreza has estimated annual repair costs of $653/year, which is $127 more than the compact cars average of $526. With a reliability score of 77/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

1

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

2

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

3

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

4

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

  • 80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
  • 60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
  • 40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
  • 0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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