2004 Subaru Impreza vs 2005 Subaru Impreza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 75 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 199 | 181 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 76,190 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Impreza | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 8 |
| Power Train | 9 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 4 |
| Structure | 3 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2004 Subaru Impreza
2005 Subaru Impreza
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.