The 2015 Subaru Impreza has 2 safety recalls and 77 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system (20 complaints).
Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints77filed by owners
Crashes · fires5 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths3 · 0reported in complaints
2015 Subaru Impreza in an NHTSA crash test
Safety recalls
Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
NHTSA recall 19V149000 · Feb 28, 2019 · 1,303,530 vehicles
Problem: 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.
Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA recall 15V366000 · Jun 12, 2015 · 71,710 vehicles
Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Risk: If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA side barrier crash testNHTSA side pole crash test
2015 Subaru Impreza SW AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
9.9%
Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional
2015 Subaru Impreza 4 DR AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
9.9%
Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.
Fuel economy
Impreza AWD
31mpg combined
City / highway
28 / 36 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel
Impreza Wagon AWD
31mpg combined
City / highway
28 / 36 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel
Impreza Sport AWD
30mpg combined
City / highway
27 / 35 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,250/year to fuel
Impreza AWD
28mpg combined
City / highway
25 / 33 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,400/year to fuel
Impreza Wagon AWD
28mpg combined
City / highway
25 / 33 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,400/year to fuel
Impreza Sport AWD
27mpg combined
City / highway
24 / 33 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel
EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.
What owners report
Problem area
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Typical mileage*
Electrical system Ignition; Ignition › Switch
20
0
0
0
40,000 mi
Unknown or other
14
0
0
2
30,000 mi
Power train Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
11
0
0
0
47,000 mi
Engine
10
0
0
0
31,500 mi
Air bags Sensor › Occupant classification
9
1
0
1
46,000 mi
Vehicle speed control Accelerator pedal
6
3
0
0
57,000 mi
Steering
6
0
0
0
48,000 mi
Service brakes
4
1
0
0
57,000 mi
Visibility/wiper
3
0
0
0
—
Structure Body
3
0
0
0
—
Wheels Hub
3
0
0
0
—
Fuel/propulsion system
2
0
0
0
—
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
Nov 24, 2025Seat belts My front passenger seat belt has been stuck and unusable since November 2025. This issue has been reported to Brandon Tomes Subaru in McKinney TX at the end of November. The seat belt was inspected and was determined faulty and covered under the warranty. The part needed to fix it wasn't unavailable and the dealership said it would be shipped. Today is April 6th of 2026 and my car has not been repaired still. It is not safe to transport passengers and I have 3 children. My oldest [XXX] ) always uses the front passenger seat. I am unable to safely drive the car and transport my family, and it very negatively affecting my family. Please help me to get my car back on the road and safely. With…
Jun 1, 2024 · 63,000 miles · crashVehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal The contact owns a 2015 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle at 10 MPH, the transmission was shifted into drive (D), and the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration at 30 MPH. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop and instead accelerated. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle then crashed into a building. No air bags were deployed. The contact did not sustain any injuries, but medical attention was received on the scene. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and had not yet been deemed totaled by the insurance company. The contact stated that a police officer later arrived at the…
Apr 3, 2024Unknown or other P0018. P0016
Dec 6, 2023Wheels My 2015 Impreza has had its rear wheel bearings fail twice now, and now thereâs still a loud noise coming from the end of my vehicle. My most recent trip to the dealer to get a bearing replaced costed me nearly $800. The kicker is, I just rolled over 65,000 on my car. Thereâs no reason I should be flying through bearings this fast, and have what seems like a never ending rear-end noise that seems to only be getting louder.
Nov 5, 2023Unknown or other Driving the 2015 Subaru Impreza the front hood popped open and crashed into my windshield. Luckily it popped at 30-40 miles per hour and I was able to stop safely. Many damage to the body of the vehicle. It has happened a couple times before (found the hood open) but the safety hook was holding the hood closed. Called the Subaru dealer at San Bernardino and they said that is not a recall for this issue and I asked to talk with a representative and they said someone will call me. After 3 days of waiting to be contacted, I called the insurance to fix the car.
Jul 31, 2023Engine All of a sudden, with no reason whatsoever, my daughter's car has "rod knock" with less than 100,000 miles on it. Bought this Subaru for my daughter so she would have a car that would last a long time and she would be safe. Maintenance was kept up at our local mechanic religiously. I am saddened and disappointed in the mechanical performance of this vehicle. Started with lights going out early in ownership when it was new, and now this. I have a Subaru Impreza as well and am strongly considering trading it in for a Honda. I have family that works for Subaru and I wanted to support family and bought 2 Impreza's based on belief that your brand was highly regarded for longevity and safety.…
Jun 19, 2023Air bags We bought our 2015 Subaru Impreza from a used car dealer (we are second owner) in February 2020 with 55K miles on it. On our test drive, we noticed the air bag said it was off even with a passenger in the car. We agreed to purchase the vehicle upon repair. It was repaired and the mechanic guaranteed his work, and we had no issues for a year. Then, we moved across the country and the sensor began to sometimes malfunction again. The Subaru dealership quoted something like $3k to fix it. In Googling the issue, I see Subaru has had this issue in previous models. Please open an investigation to see if the problem continues in more recent years.
Apr 26, 2023Electrical system Battery Drain when plugging into the USB port: This is second battery that had to be replaced since purchase of the vehicle.
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.
