NHTSA vehicle safety data

2021 Subaru Impreza

The 2021 Subaru Impreza has 2 NHTSA recalls and 14 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Subaru dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2021 Subaru Impreza, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

NHTSA #21V675000

Reported August 30, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc.

DO NOT DRIVE — NHTSA has issued a park-it order on this recall. Contact a Subaru dealer immediately.

Defect description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.

Safety consequence

A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD

NHTSA #21V024000

Reported January 26, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc.

Defect description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.

Safety consequence

A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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