2015 Subaru Impreza

2015 Subaru Impreza

The 2015 Subaru Impreza is a compact car available with a 2.0-liter Boxer 4-cylinder engine producing 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque or a 2.0-liter Boxer 4-cylinder engine producing 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a standard 5-speed manual transmission or an optional continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Owners of the 2015 Subaru Impreza generally praise its all-wheel drive system, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. However, some owners have reported various issues with the vehicle, including:

Engine

• 2.0-liter Boxer 4-cylinder engine
  • Valve spring failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of engine power, rough idling, and/or knocking sounds
    • Solution: Replace valve springs
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake manifold runner control failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine stalling, reduced power, and/or check engine light illumination
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.0-liter Boxer 4-cylinder turbocharged engine
  • No major issues reported

Transmission

• 5-speed manual transmission
  • No major issues reported
• Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
  • Transmission shuddering
    • Description/Symptoms: Vibration or shaking felt while driving, especially during acceleration or deceleration
    • Solution: Update CVT software and/or replace CVT components
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Transmission slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power or delayed acceleration
    • Solution: Replace CVT components
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No major issues reported

Electrical

• Battery drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, especially in cold weather
  • Solution: Replace battery and/or update software
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Fogging headlights
  • Description/Symptoms: Headlights become foggy or cloudy, reducing visibility
  • Solution: Replace headlights
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Sunroof rattle
  • Description/Symptoms: Noises coming from the sunroof, especially when driving over bumps
  • Solution: Lubricate sunroof components and/or adjust alignment
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Instrument cluster failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Gauges and/or display screen malfunction or become inoperable
  • Solution: Replace instrument cluster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2015 Subaru Impreza is a reliable vehicle with a few reported issues. Engine and transmission problems are relatively rare, but issues such as CVT shuddering, battery drain, and fogging headlights are more common. The severity and cost of these issues vary depending on the specific problem and the extent of the damage.