1997 Subaru Impreza recalls
Problem: Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
42,540 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
16,270 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
1,921 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Air Bags · Nov 12, 2015 · 150,000 miles · TN · crash · 2 injured
Tl* the contact owned a 1997 subaru impreza. While driving 15 MPH down an incline, the vehicle skidded on a patch of ice and crashed into a creek. Upon impact, both the driver and passenger air bags deployed and exploded with debris. A police report was filed. The contact and passenger sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The…
Suspension · May 28, 2006 · CT
Failure of rear wheel bearings. *nm
Equipment · May 28, 2006 · CT
Failure of rear wheel bearings. *nm
Power Train · Jul 23, 2004 · CA
Rear wheel bearings have failed 4 times under warranty and additional 4 times out of warranty. Bearing were replaced during each repair, sometimes axels and housings as well. Subaru refused to continue repairs outside of warranty period. 8 failues total at regular intervals . *ak
Suspension · Jul 23, 2004 · CA
Rear wheel bearings have failed 4 times under warranty and additional 4 times out of warranty. Bearing were replaced during each repair, sometimes axels and housings as well. Subaru refused to continue repairs outside of warranty period. 8 failues total at regular intervals . *ak
Air Bags · Sep 9, 2003 · 80,000 miles · WY · 1 injured
Both driver's side and passenger's side airbags were deployed when ignition of car was started. The automobile was not running prior to deployment. The automobile was stationary. There was no impact.*ak
Seats · Feb 25, 2003 · WA
The front seat belts did not lock correctly. The reclining lever for the back of the seat failed, which caused consumer to lose control of the vehicle. Dealer was notified and stated their was nothing they could've done. *jb
Seat Belts · Feb 25, 2003 · WA
The front seat belts did not lock correctly. The reclining lever for the back of the seat failed, which caused consumer to lose control of the vehicle. Dealer was notified and stated their was nothing they could've done. *jb
Wheels · Jan 22, 2003 · 99,550 miles · MA
Wheel hub keeps coming off after replacement of tire. Almost lost control of car due to a wheel hub coming off and hitting windshield. Windshield did not break.
Power Train · Dec 26, 2002 · IL · fire
While driving the vehicle caught on fire due to a "faulty axle" consumer will send more information why this vehicle caught on fire diagnosis provided technician of the insurance company. Ts
Seats · Dec 9, 2002 · VA · crash
Consumer states that when in a vehicle accident and without warning the driver seat will fully recline back causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ph
Visibility · Jan 14, 2002 · MN
Wiring between the body and the hutch passes through rubber boot. Repeated opening and closing of the hutch breaks the wiring. Rear top brake light, rear wiper power locks are affected. Also in another boot the tube for a rear washer is similarly severed, washer fluid enters the car.*ak
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1997 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 1997 Subaru Impreza, the most recent one (09E025000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Subaru Impreza?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are air bags (6), power train (5), wheels (5).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1997 Subaru Impreza?
Owners reported 6 crashes, 1 fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.