2024 Subaru Impreza: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2024 Subaru Impreza? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 28 complaints, with Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB as the top reported area.
2024 Subaru Impreza Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2024 Subaru Impreza trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2024 Subaru Impreza Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
9.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
9.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2024 Subaru Impreza has 28 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Subaru
- Model
- Impreza
- Model year
- 2024
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 28
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 30
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 27 / 34
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2024 Subaru Impreza Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Suspension Failures
Visibility
Complaint patterns center on Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Suspension Failures, Visibility. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2024 Subaru Impreza?
The 2024 Subaru Impreza shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2024 Subaru Impreza
Inspection Focus
- Inspect Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for suspension, steering, and brake systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for suspension, steering, and brake systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2024 Subaru Impreza, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 28 complaints for the 2024 Subaru Impreza, issues are concentrated in Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB and Suspension Failures, each with 5 complaints. Visibility, Steering Defects, Wheel Issues, and Brake System each have 4 complaints. There is 1 crash-related complaint and 2 recalls, but confidence is low due to limited data.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB and Suspension Failures are the most reported components with 5 complaints each.
- Visibility, Steering Defects, Wheel Issues, and Brake System each account for 4 complaints.
- There is 1 crash-related complaint among the 28 total.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB may have issues, with 5 complaints.
- Suspension Failures are a recurring theme, with 5 complaints.
- Visibility problems, including wiper issues, appear in 4 complaints.
All 2024 Subaru Impreza Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Subaru Impreza. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2024 Subaru Impreza. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
My base level 2024 Subaru Impreza , while driving, has a vibration and shake in the drivers side rearview mirror at speeds over 25 mph, making it difficult to see clearly behind my vehicle. Vibration was present as a new vehicle and have reported issue to service advisor at Sport…
The fuel tank is leaking at molded seam making the vehicle undriveable and a fire safety hazard. Contacting dealer Monday morning.
My entire dash went out. Nothing worked. This car has only 3500 miles on it. I got danger signs and it said to stop driving the car. Danger. I also got messages in my e-mail I think from Starlink to stop driving the car and bring it in to service. It was dangerous. Service had it…
225 40 r18 all four of my tires have a crack thats on the side wall that goes around the whole tire took it to my dealership and they said that it was defective and that i couldn't drive my vehicle like that
I own a 2024 Subaru Impreza (base trim, FB24 engine). The engine has developed repeated oil leaks into the spark plug wells due to failed spark plug tube seals / valve cover sealing on the same engine. The first occurrence was around 24,000 miles. The dealer found engine oil in …
Part 1 Today is January, 28, 2026 How it all started. My appointment was Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 at 10:15 am. During my last oil change, I was informed by Chris that an alignment would be needed to correct the rear passenger wheel showing -2.4 camber. I asked Chris could I go…
SUBARU STRUT ISSUE PART 2 Today is January, 28, 2026 To Whom this may concern, and all parties involved at Peltier Subaru, location 3200 S Southwest Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75701 I regret to inform you that you failed to address my many concerns regarding my vehicle. This caused m…
Part 3 SUBARU STRUT ISSUE I called the service department at Peltier Subaru and told them what happened and that I should be reimbursed for the tire. I was told that I needed to bring the tire in so that it could be inspected, along with the car to make there wasn’t something el…
PART 4 SUBARU STRUT ISSUE How come no one can tell me what’s actually wrong. Was this a faulty part or was it not installed correctly, who knows, no one can tell me. The strut was loose and I could hear it rattling or jolting on many occasions before I knew that’s what it was. …
On 12/12/2025, Subaru Orange Coast (Santa Ana, CA) service advisor stated via text: "Breaks feel fine, no issues there," "Tires no issues there," "Struts no leaks or issues," and "Car is ready for pick up." On 12/16/2025, Service Director confirmed: brake rotor defects, weak stru…
I get ads for Sirius XM that occupy navigation while the vehicle is moving. The ad does not go away on its own, i have to manually dismiss the ad. I've owned the car for one year and i've gotten about 5 of these ads for SiriusXM. I even made a Sirius account and opted out of all …
Driver Side Mirror vibrates very badly at speeds of about 50mph and up making it difficult to see what is in the mirror. This was dangerous. I pulled off the mirror and glued foam behind it and it now vibrates less and I can see out of the mirror better but it still vibrates and …
Since new, the image/reflection of the driver side rear view mirror shakes and unsteady at speed. The passenger side rear view mirror is rock steady and stable with a clear image/reflection. This creates a safety issue because the image I see in the mirror is distorted. This is …
I own a 2024 Subaru Impreza purchased new 7 months ago. While driving under normal conditions, a small rock entered through the factory grille and struck the air conditioning condenser. The condenser was punctured, causing refrigerant (likely R-1234yf) to escape directly into the…
Yokohama Avid (front x2) 4UT76EX1623 and (rear x2) 4UT7EX1723 225/40R18 while the Passenger Front (4UT76EX1623) tire completely blew out the sidewall after third party inspection all 4 tires on my New 2024 Subaru Impreza are failing per the tire technician "after inspection it ap…
Front driver side tire sidewall bubbled at 7900 miles on a 2024 Subaru Impreza on June 22nd. They are the original equipment tires: Yokohama Advan S34P P225/40R18 88V. A sidewall bubble is a sign of a structural failure and indicates the tire will eventually blow out. This can le…
My vehicle’s windshield developed an approximately 4-inch crack starting at the base of the glass without any impact point. There is no visible sign of damage or debris strike anywhere near the crack. The crack appeared suddenly and has since extended across the entire height of …
Unnecessary braking in two instances. One happened when Subarus Eyesight system mis identified a road reflector. At least that is what I saw. It happened on a 40 mile an hour highway in a curve with moderate traffic. No one directly behind me. The car had a sudden decelerati…
head on collision/hit the side of another car head, 2024 subaru impreza was smoking before vehicle stopped moving after impact (was slung in the opposite direction), not even five minutes after exiting vehicle it caught flames starting a the front of the engine that spread to the…
fire started under the engine hood while being driven
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Subaru Impreza.
2024 Subaru Impreza Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 Subaru Impreza. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2024 Subaru Impreza Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2024 Subaru Impreza reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 28 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2024 Subaru Impreza shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Subaru Impreza?▾
#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (5 complaints). #2: Suspension Failures (5 complaints). #3: Visibility (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Subaru Impreza?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2024 Subaru Impreza?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2024 Subaru Impreza, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 28 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2024 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2024 Subaru Impreza. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2024 Subaru Impreza?▾
The 2024 Subaru Impreza shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Impreza reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.