2025 Subaru Impreza Problems

Severe Issues

Shopping for a used 2025 Subaru Impreza? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 4 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Steering Defects the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2025 Subaru Impreza has 4 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.

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4
Complaints
1
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls

2025 Subaru Impreza Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2025 Subaru Impreza trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

27
MPG City
2627 range
34
MPG Hwy
3334 range
30
MPG Combined
2930 range
297
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
💰Saves $750 vs. avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.

2025 Subaru Impreza Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

9.3% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

5/5

9.3% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Subaru Impreza has 4 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Steering Defects. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2025 Subaru Impreza — key reliability facts
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Model year
2025
NHTSA owner complaints
4
Crash-related complaints
1
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Steering Defects
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

Common problems

Most common 2025 Subaru Impreza problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
1
complaints

Steering Defects

Crash-related:1
#2
1
complaints

Brake System

Crash-related:1
#3
1
complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:1

Complaint patterns center on Steering Defects, Brake System, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2025 Subaru Impreza?

The 2025 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.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2025 Subaru Impreza

Inspection Focus

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Check the exact car

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Full breakdown

All 2025 Subaru Impreza complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Steering Defects11
Brake System11
Engine Problems11
Headlight/Taillight Failures1
Transmission / Drivetrain1
Uncategorized Issues1
Lane Departure1
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 4 most recent complaints

Steering Defects CrashApr 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while their son was driving approximately 45 MPH, a loud pop sound came from the right side of the engine department, and then the steering wheel seized. The driver attempted to apply the brakes; however, the brakes …

Headlight/Taillight FailuresMar 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at nighttime, the headlights failed to provide adequate illumination of the roadway ahead, reducing the driver's ability to see the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the headlights wer…

Transmission / DrivetrainDec 12, 2025

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…

Uncategorized IssuesSep 2, 2025

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…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Subaru Impreza.

Safety recalls

2025 Subaru Impreza recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Subaru Impreza. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

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Questions

2025 Subaru Impreza buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 4 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 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 2025 Subaru Impreza?

#1: Steering Defects (1 complaints). #2: Brake System (1 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2025 Subaru Impreza?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Subaru Impreza, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 4 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2025 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Subaru Impreza in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2025 Subaru Impreza?

The 2025 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 Steering Defects 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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