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2024 Subaru Impreza

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Impreza.

The 2024 Subaru Impreza enters the model's extensive history—spanning from 1990 to 2026—with a relatively modest 29 owner complaints, primarily centered on visibility concerns, alongside two recalls. This places it far from the peak of 300 complaints recorded for the 2002 model year, though not as pristine as the single complaint logged for the upcoming 2026 iteration. For researchers, this positions the 2024 model year as a notably reliable entry in the Impreza lineage, suggesting a mature design with few widespread issues.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length176 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb weight3172 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 61 in

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Impreza of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.4–8.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.40 sec — 2024 RS 5-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2024RS 5-door Hatchback 2.5L F-47.40 sec15.70 sec182 hpAWD
2024RS 5-door Hatchback 2.5L F-47.80 sec16.00 sec182 hpAWD
2024RS 5-door Hatchback 2.5L F-48.10 sec16.20 sec182 hpAWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 6,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 6,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
Every 72,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 137,500 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Subaru Impreza shows a complaint count of 29 with 2 recalls and 0 investigations, representing a notable uptick from the 4 complaints recorded in 2023 and 12 in 2022. Compared to the generation's peak in 2018-2019 when complaints reached 149 and 191 respectively, 2024 remains substantially lower, though the 2024 figure breaks a three-year downward trend. The recall activity (2) is consistent with recent years, while TSBs have declined steadily from 388 in 2020 to 193 in 2024. No federal investigations have been opened on this generation since 2017. The top complaint categories—visibility and steering/suspension/wheels at 4 each—along with 1 crash complaint and 2 fire complaints offer no clear pattern suggesting a systemic defect. The 2025 and 2026 data show a return to lower complaint levels (4 and 1 respectively), suggesting 2024 may represent a brief spike rather than a reversal of the overall improving trend. **Concrete takeaway:** The 2024 Impreza falls within a generally improving trend with low investigation history and modest recall activity, making it a reasonable purchase, though the spike in 2024 complaints warrants verifying that specific issues were addressed in the 2 recalls before finalizing a decision.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
193
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
29
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 29 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility4
Steering,Suspension,Wheels4
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance3
Tires3
Visibility/Wiper2
Unknown Or Other2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V551000Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/PanelReported 04/08/2023

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel…

23V754000Power Train:Driveline:DriveshaftReported 09/11/2023

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 193 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
02-193-24R2026-06-29EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
15-246-19R2026-06-29Electrical SystemThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when…
09-74-21R2026-06-25EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
16-159-262026-06-22Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides new diagnostic steps for DTC P0851 and P0852 to be used in…
12-280-262026-06-22Electrical SystemThis bulletin announces a design change to the Hood Lock Assembly to address a rare…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific Impreza. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Impreza have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.