2004 Subaru Impreza fuel/propulsion system problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel/propulsion system on the 2004 Subaru Impreza — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“There is a recall for fuel lines for MY2002-2003 Imprezas and the issue was resolved or a fix was implemented on late MY2004 vehicles. Unfortunately this means early MY2004 vehicles are still impacted by the issue with no recall in place. During cold weather or during cold engine startup fuel lines…”
filed Oct 21, 2022
“Rubber fuel lines under the intake manifold leak fuel when the temperature falls below 40 degrees F. The smell permeates the cabin and fuel can be seen wetting nearby surfaces under the intake. An inspection can be performed. This represents a fire safety hazard that could occur while the vehicle…”
filed Jan 21, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel/propulsion System problems in other Impreza years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Impreza | 2 | 7% |
| 2019 Impreza | 6 | 3% |
| 2017 Impreza | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 Impreza | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 Impreza | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 Impreza | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 Impreza | 4 | 2% |
| 2012 Impreza | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 Impreza | 6 | 11% |
| 2010 Impreza | 6 | 13% |
| 2009 Impreza | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 Impreza | 3 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Subaru Impreza
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.