CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Subaru Impreza has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (17 reports).
2005 Subaru Impreza recalls
Passenger Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash
Certain 2004-2005 Subaru Impreza and WRX vehicles received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under an earlier recall.
Passenger Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Some vehicles had their passenger frontal airbag inflators replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shrapnel
The passenger frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture and Injure Occupants
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator in affected vehicles may be susceptible to moisture intrusion.
Most common 2005 Subaru Impreza problems
Problem areas named in the 75 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 17 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
What owners report
The dealership is refusing to fix my car free of charge on a recall they confirmed would be able to do and now they are refusing to do it due to price and have made me wait two months for this to be the answer while also not giving me any sort of pay for the inconvenience of waiting for so long, while also having already ordering the parts and they have decided to decline my recall repair
In April 2022 hood latch malfunctioned and caused hood to open while driving on interstate. Caused damage to Hood, Fenders, Windshield and Roof. I was able to get stopped safely without injury.
goodyear all season f1 p225/45 ZR 17 psgr right sidewall looks like a few chunks are missing and some tread from tire to sidewall is peeling
The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while her son was driving and approaching a stop sign, he heard an abnormal noise which caused him to lose control of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to park on the side of the road. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to her residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V464000 (Suspension). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and was informed the recall was completed by the previous owner on 12/10/2011. The failure mileage was approximatel
THE KEY INTERMITTENTLY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE GEARSTICK IS SET IN THE 'PARK' POSITION. THE CAR CAN BE TURNED OFF, BUT THE KEY CANNOT BE MOVED FORWARD INTO THE #1 POSITION (LOCK/OFF) AND CANNOT BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION IN THE #2 POSITION (ACCESSORY). THIS SCENARIO RETAINS THE ELECTRICAL IN THE 'ON' POSITION WHICH POTENTIALLY DRAINS THE BATTERY AND FORCES THE DRIVER TO INDEFINITELY REMAIN WITH THE VEHICLE TO AVOID A DEAD BATTERY AND/OR VEHICLE THEFT. SUBARU HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THIS ISSUE IN SERVICE BULLETIN 16-112-18R (NHTSA ID NUMBER: 10155220). THE SUMMARY IS AS FOLLOWS: 'THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE CVT SELECT LEVER (SHIFTER) MECHANISM IN RESPONSE T
2005 Subaru Impreza questions
Does the 2005 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2005 Subaru Impreza: Passenger Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash; Passenger Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shrapnel; Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture and Injure Occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Subaru Impreza?
Based on 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (17), Air Bags (12), Fuel/Propulsion System (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Subaru Impreza has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.