2013 Subaru Impreza engine problems
74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Subaru Impreza — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Vehicle Fire Summary – Arvada, CO On [XXX] at approximately [XXX], the Arvada Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle fire on [XXX] . The vehicle involved was a 2013 gray Subaru Impreza WRX. The driver reported noticing smoke coming from the engine compartment before pulling over to the…”
filed Sep 3, 2025
“engine failed while driving in 2020. Engine replaced. Engine unable to be repaired without another replacement Aug 2022-Jan 2023. Sold car back to dealer at a loss.”
filed Apr 9, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a…Campaign 18V772000 · Nov 1, 2018
Engine problems in other Impreza years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Impreza | 2 | 6% |
| 2020 Impreza | 3 | 4% |
| 2019 Impreza | 8 | 4% |
| 2018 Impreza | 11 | 7% |
| 2017 Impreza | 14 | 11% |
| 2016 Impreza | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 Impreza | 10 | 13% |
| 2014 Impreza | 20 | 19% |
| 2012 Impreza | 55 | 23% |
| 2011 Impreza | 3 | 5% |
| 2010 Impreza | 7 | 15% |
| 2009 Impreza | 13 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.