How many engine complaints does the 2014 Subaru Impreza have?

NHTSA lists 27 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Impreza, which is 25% of the 108 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Subaru Impreza engine?

Yes. Recall 18V772000 covers 2012-2014 Impreza models (plus related Subaru and Toyota models) for engine valve springs that may fail; dealers replace the valve springs free of charge.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Impreza?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on this model year is 46,250 miles, though some owners reported oil consumption issues as early as 2,500 miles.

Do engine problems on the 2014 Impreza involve crashes?

NHTSA records show 6 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints in this area, several tied to reports of sudden unintended acceleration.

2014 Subaru Impreza Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 27 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Subaru Impreza, 25% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 46,250 miles. A related recall (18V772000) covers engine valve springs on 2012-2014 Impreza models.

Engine complaints: 27; 25% of 108
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 46,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden unintended acceleration, including revving and surging while parking, idling at a stop, or backing out of a spot, sometimes resulting in a crash.
Some drivers describe the engine stalling without warning at highway speed, including one case at 70 mph that restarted on its own.
Multiple owners report excessive oil consumption starting as early as 2,500 miles, with dealerships repeatedly telling them the burn rate was normal.
One owner heard a loud slapping noise from the engine at highway speed, followed by a check engine light and loss of power, forcing the car to coast to the shoulder.
A separate case involved the engine dying multiple times with all dash lights coming on, later traced to rodent damage on the electrical harness in the engine bay.

When 2014 Subaru Impreza engine complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 6, 2014, latest Apr 5, 2026.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2014 to Apr 2026; peak Aug 2017 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Subaru Impreza

NHTSA 18V772000Nov 1, 2018Engine165,534 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.

Engine complaints by Impreza model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (33%)
20118 (14%)
201266 (27%)
201386 (35%)
201427 (25%)
201516 (21%)
201611 (15%)
201716 (13%)
201812 (8%)
201911 (6%)
20203 (4%)
20212 (14%)
20221 (8%)
20231 (25%)
20242 (6%)
20251 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2014 Subaru Impreza have?: NHTSA lists 27 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Impreza, which is 25% of the 108 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Subaru Impreza engine?: Yes. Recall 18V772000 covers 2012-2014 Impreza models (plus related Subaru and Toyota models) for engine valve springs that may fail; dealers replace the valve springs free of charge.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Impreza?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on this model year is 46,250 miles, though some owners reported oil consumption issues as early as 2,500 miles.
Do engine problems on the 2014 Impreza involve crashes?: NHTSA records show 6 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints in this area, several tied to reports of sudden unintended acceleration.