2023 Subaru Impreza Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Subaru Impreza, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
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NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
4
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Impreza and 4 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is tires, with 2 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 5). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- TIRES2
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
- ENGINE1
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
2023 Impreza Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · 23V647000
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.
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · 23V292000
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."
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.
2023 Impreza Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09-122-24R | Oct 30, 2026 | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump S… | 11039399 |
| 09-142-26 | Oct 30, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | This bulletin announces a change to the troubleshooting tree when diagnosing DTC P2404 EVAP SYSTEM LEAK DETECTION PUMP SENSE CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE. | 11039397 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Oct 26, 2026 | POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This is an update announcement regarding the TechShare & NorthStar Integration - CVT Diag. | 11039384 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (S | Oct 22, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on the connected services platform for Subaru EVs. | 11039385 |
| 15-304-22R | Oct 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an rev… | 11039388 |
| 15-344-26 | Oct 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | This bulletin provides a step-by-step diagnostic procedure for resolving Remote Engine Start (RES) failures for both Telematics and remote engine start equipped vehicles. | 11039387 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (S | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE | This announcement provides information on an outage affecting the Subaru Select Monitor 5 application. | 11039370 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (Q | Oct 15, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This announcement provides information on DCM replacememts due to a parasitic draw. | 11039369 |
| 16-154-25R | Oct 9, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the o… | 11039363 |
| 16-152-26 | Oct 9, 2026 | POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Service Information Bulletin announces the availability of ThreeBond 1216J (SOA868V9640) designed for the following transmission applications: TR690, TH58A, TH2A, TH2B and… | 11039362 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Oct 5, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This announcement provides information on the TechShare & NorthStar Intergration - CVT Diag. Tool & Warranty Eligibility. | 11039357 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (M | Oct 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines. | 11037943 |
| 15-333-25R | Oct 1, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the o… | 11039354 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (T | Sep 28, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN | This announcement provides information on an enhancement of the TechShare CVT diagnostic assitance application. | 11037942 |
| 13-109-26 | Sep 18, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles. | 11037940 |
| 18-244-26 | Sep 18, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | "This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit" | 11037938 |
| SubaruNet Announcement (C | Sep 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments. | 11037930 |
| 15-333-25R | Sep 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the o… | 11037929 |
| 15-322-25R | Sep 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the listed mod… | 11037928 |
| 15-304-22R | Sep 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the… | 11037927 |
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