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2017 Subaru Impreza

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2017 Subaru Impreza.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2017 Subaru Impreza

Recall·21V264000

Electrical system: software

Subaru of America, Inc.

Recall·19V744000

Engine and engine cooling: crankcase (pcv)

Subaru of America, Inc.

Recall·19V745000

Engine and engine cooling: crankcase (pcv)

Subaru of America, Inc.

4 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 125 owners reported

Exterior lighting30
Visibility/wiper20
Electrical system19
Engine9

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2017 Subaru Impreza at a glance

Trims
BaseLimitedPremiumSport
Engine
2.0L Flat-4
Transmission
Manual 5-spd, CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2017 Subaru Impreza?

Owners have filed 125 complaints about the 2017 Subaru Impreza with NHTSA, most often about the exterior lighting. There are 7 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2017 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 7 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2017 Subaru Impreza?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2017 Subaru Impreza listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.