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2022 Subaru Impreza Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

7/100

#15 most-complained of 16 Impreza years

The 2022 Subaru Impreza ranks among the best model years, with a Complaint Index of 7 and 15th of 16 years ranked worst-first. It has 13 complaints, 1 recall, and 2 fires reported to NHTSA, with no crashes, injuries, or deaths.

Complaints
13
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 2
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
30
27 city / 35 hwy

Top 2022 Subaru Impreza problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain4 (31%)
  2. Visibility & Wipers3 (23%)
  3. Brakes2 (15%)
  4. Electrical System2 (15%)
  5. Other2 (15%)
  6. Steering2 (15%)
  7. Engine1 (8%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)

What owners report

  • Some owners report windshields cracking spontaneously in a curved pattern near the base, without any impact from rocks or debris.
  • One owner described the steering wheel feeling disconnected or oversensitive, with the vehicle wandering at speed shortly after delivery from the dealer.
  • One report describes a transmission rubber hose that got cut, draining fluid and leaving the car unable to move at a stoplight with a burning smell.
  • One owner reported the front wheels locking up at 75 mph due to a transmission lockup with no prior warning signs.
  • One owner reported rear brake lines showing ballooning, discovered during routine brake pad and rotor replacement, raising concern about a possible rupture.
  • One report describes a battery-related fire that consumed the vehicle, declared a total loss by the fire department.
2022 Subaru Impreza complaints: complaints filed per month3Nov 2021May 2022Jan 2023Dec 2024Jun 2025Mar 2026
17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2021 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2024 (3).

2022 Subaru Impreza recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 22V712000Sep 22, 2022Visibility & Wipers42 vehicles

    Visibility:windshield

    Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Impreza and Outback vehicles. The incorrect paint clearcoat may have been applied, which can cause the windshield to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

    Risk: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

2022 Subaru Impreza fuel economy and fuel cost

City
27 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
Combined
30 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,150
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other Impreza years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Caution5385128
2021Best20142 !30
2022Best713130
2023No verdict04230
2024Caution7332229.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Subaru Impreza reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Impreza performs well compared to other Impreza years. It has a Complaint Index of 7, one of the lowest across the 16 model years tracked, and carries a 'Best' verdict relative to other years.
Does the 2022 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists one recall for the 2022 Impreza, campaign 22V712000, covering a windshield bonding issue caused by incorrect paint clearcoat application. Subaru is offering affected owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase.
What is the top problem area for the 2022 Subaru Impreza?
Transmission & Powertrain is the top problem area, accounting for 4 of the 13 complaints, or 31% of the total, according to NHTSA data.
How does the 2022 Impreza compare to other Impreza years to avoid?
The 2022 Impreza's Complaint Index of 7 is far below the years flagged as Avoid, such as 2013 (100) and 2012 (93), making 2022 one of the more favorable years.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Subaru Impreza?
The EPA rates the 2022 Impreza at 30 mpg combined (27 city / 35 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,150.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.