2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 39 of 108 complaints (36%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 249 in 2013 to 108 in 2014.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2014 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100–4,100 | 2,100–4,100 | 2,100–4,100 | 2,000–2,300 | 2,000–2,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–30 | 19–30 | 19–30 | 27–31 | 27–31 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–27 / 23–35 | 17–27 / 23–35 | 17–27 / 23–35 | 24–28 / 33–36 | 24–28 / 33–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 296–468 | 299–468 | 300–468 | 289–326 | 288–326 | |
| Complaints filed | 242 | 249 | 108 | 77 | 75 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 10 | 13 | 16 | 5 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport?
Airbags & Restraints: 39 of 108 NHTSA complaints (36%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport get?
EPA rates it 19–30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport?
EPA estimates $2,100–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 426 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 426 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 17 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,250 | 323 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg (high) | 35 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 300 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 324 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 27 mpg (high) | 35 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,100 (low) | 300 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 39 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · Campaign 19V149000 · Mar 1, 2019
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Consequence: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · Campaign 18V772000 · Nov 5, 2018
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Campaign 16V738000 · Oct 13, 2016
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines. The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.
Consequence: If the air injection pump overheats, it may melt and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM-73.