2022 Subaru Impreza
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 4 of 13 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 14 in 2021 to 13 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Small Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,000–2,500 | 1,950–2,500 | 1,950–2,500 | 1,950–2,500 | 2,100–2,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–31 | 25–32 | 25–32 | 25–32 | 29–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–28 / 30–36 | 22–28 / 30–36 | 22–28 / 30–36 | 22–28 / 30–36 | 26–27 / 33–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 282–351 | 281–351 | 280–351 | 280–351 | 297–306 | |
| Complaints filed | 85 | 14 | 13 | 4 | 31 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
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 2022 Subaru Impreza have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign 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 2022 Subaru Impreza?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 4 of 13 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Subaru Impreza get?
EPA rates it 25–32 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Subaru Impreza?
EPA estimates $1,950–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 337 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $1,950 (low) | 280 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 27 mpg | 36 mpg (high) | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 291 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 24 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 335 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 28 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 284 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 351 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 292 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 1 | 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 (1)
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · Campaign 22V712000 · Sep 23, 2022
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Consequence: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.