CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Subaru Impreza has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 243 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (116 reports).
2012 Subaru Impreza recalls
Brake lights may fail to light, raising crash risk
The brake light switch can malfunction after exposure to certain contaminants.
Engine Valve Springs May Break, Causing Stalls
The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture.
Relay can fail, causing pump overheating and fire risk
A relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to run continuously and overheat.
Passenger airbag may switch off and fail to deploy in a crash
On certain 2012 Subaru Impreza vehicles (except WRX and STI models) built between April 21, 2011 and February 16, 2012, the Occupant Detection System can deactivate if a front passenger touches a metal part such as the seat adjuster lever or operates a device plugged into the power outlet, like a music player or phone.
Most common 2012 Subaru Impreza problems
Problem areas named in the 243 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 116 |
| Engine | 55 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Power Train | 26 |
| Seats | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Wheels | 7 |
What owners report
My Chicco Fit360 car seatâs magnetic chest clip is failing to stay clipped and is easily unclipped by the tug of one finger. Children are able to easily unclip it as well. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. My childâs safety was put at risk because the magnetic chest clip would unclip by him pulling on it while my vehicle was in motion. It also failed to stay clipped multiple times which caused me to have to stop using it and request a new one. When I requested a new chest clip through Chiccoâs customer support, they didnât seem bothered or worried that their magnetic chest clip had failed and sent back an email saying they would send a replacement chest clip. The car s
My ignition key gets stuck when I shifted into park on my 2012 subaru impreza.
The fan controls in the center of the dash failed. Fan speed 1&2 work, but 3&4 do not. After pulling the center dash controls out, I found that the plug connecting the fan speed controls to the wiring harness was burnt. This is a concern cause it could have burned other components or caused a fire.
HVAC plug pigtail Blower motor resistor Heater control harness Is available for inspection HVAC electrical plugin was badly burned and melted causing risk of fire Summer months created dangerous interior temperatures Winter months & inclement weather created physical distress- & created dangerous vision restrictions/blockage because unable to use defroster Dangerous cab temperatures, limited or blocked vision through windshield created physical distress and distraction for me thus others and property were at elevated risk Yes confirmed by garage. No inspection performed. No warnings available. There are 2 separate incidents: July 2023/august 2023 September 2024/april 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to stop immediately. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the control arms and brake lines were severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V311000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure
2012 Subaru Impreza questions
Does the 2012 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Subaru Impreza: Brake lights may fail to light, raising crash risk; Engine Valve Springs May Break, Causing Stalls; Relay can fail, causing pump overheating and fire risk; Passenger airbag may switch off and fail to deploy in a crash; Electrical System; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Subaru Impreza?
Based on 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (116), Engine (55), Electrical System (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.