2014 Subaru Impreza vs 2016 Subaru Impreza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Subaru Impreza | 2016 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 108 | 75 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 383 | 349 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–30 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 28,288 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Impreza | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 14 |
| Engine | 20 | 3 |
| Power Train | 9 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 8 |
| Structure | 8 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 6 |
| Steering | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2014 Subaru Impreza
2016 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.