2021 Subaru Impreza Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Subaru Impreza has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (4 reports).

2Recalls
14Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Subaru Impreza recalls

Front Control Arm May Separate, Risking Loss of Control

Recall 21V675Aug 30, 2021802 vehicles affected

The left-front lower control arm weld on certain vehicles may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.

Loose Shifter Cable Nut Can Cause Gear Selector Failure

Recall 21V024Jan 26, 2021383 vehicles affected

The CVT select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly at the factory, so it can loosen over time.

Most common 2021 Subaru Impreza problems

Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Visibility/Wiper3
Steering2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Unknown Or Other2
Tires2
Engine1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Air Bags1

What owners report

2024-09-10, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2021 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The force of the impact caused the contact to hit another vehicle which then caused that vehicle to also hit another vehicle; in total, four vehicles were involved in the accident. The contact's air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact was taken to hospital via an ambulance where they were treated for a nasal fracture. The contact also suffered additional bruises to the face, both arms and right upper thigh. During a recent surgery for an appendix removal, the contact's surgeon discovered bruising on the contact's colon; likely caused by
2023-04-07, Forward Collision Avoidance
The Eye Sight front collision warning did a hard brake going 55 mph when a car was well ahead of me slowing down to turn right. I was almost rear ended by the car behind me. This isn't the first time it's happened
2023-03-26, Unknown Or Other
Went to my car this morning and the windshield was cracked on the top center from the edge of the windshield to around where the rear view mirror is. This crack was not there last night when I parked my car. And there was no accident/damage to the windshield before this morning.
2022-11-25, Visibility/Wiper
Plastic parts of side mirror melt easily by heat and sunlight. (Not only side mirror, but also other components with the same plastic parts) It bothers driver visibility and safety when driving highway. The problem was reviewed by subaru service center, and they said it is not their problems. Subaru service center said they saw few cases but they said it is customers fault. Service center said customer needs to park in the shade or safe place.
2022-10-30, Service Brakes
Vehicle is at 23520 miles, front brake pads are worn to 1mm on passenger side and 2mm on front driver side. Vehicle had been taken on October 04, 2022 for repairs and local Subaru dealer refuses to repair it, even though warranty still applicable for defects until 3 years or 36,000 miles as stated in pages 4 and 5 the Warranty and Maintenance 2021 Book. Also vehicle has oil leak under rear side of motor.

2021 Subaru Impreza questions

Does the 2021 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Subaru Impreza: Front Control Arm May Separate, Risking Loss of Control; Loose Shifter Cable Nut Can Cause Gear Selector Failure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (4), Visibility/Wiper (3), Steering (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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