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2004 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport repairs by problem area
Engine (50%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 197 repairs.
2004 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 166 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX STI in Washington, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 2015110000 miUS $6000 | Spun a rod bearing, requiring full engine rebuild. The engine had previously been replaced at 104k miles, and was a crate smallblock from Subaru. | ||
| Mar 2016113000 miUS $600 | Worn out Turbo, required replacement | ||
| Apr 2016113300 mi | radiator fan cut into radiator hose, causing a leak and requiring replacement. The problem was caused by a faulty installation. | ||
| Jul 2016115000 miUS $150 | Transmission refused to go into gear. Strangely, the problem was fixed by putting the car onto the flat-bed tow truck. | ||
2004 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX STI in New Jersey, United States Nov 2010 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Mar 2011111000 miUS $270 | Steering was shaky at low speed turns. Owner checked power steering fluid. Noticed it was low. Refilled. Low again the next day. Took to shop. Shop determined that power steering pump was faulty. Replaced w/OEM Subaru pump. | ||
| Sep 2011118000 miUS $200 | STI. Caliper bolts seized on front Brembos - common problems discussed on Internet. Shop had to use retap threads, install Helicoil and new caliper bolts. Shop stated they often do this for STI owners. | ||
| Mar 2013134000 miUS $450 | Both valve cover gaskets leaking badly. Oil cooler leaking oil due to Sears Auto overtightening oil filter. Cooler was crushed and out of shape. Check engine light code P0457. Evap system is faulty. Replaced charcoal vapor canister + gas cap, but check engine light still returned. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Texas, United States Oct 2009 - Feb 2010 | |||
| Feb 201084000 mi | Sold with clunking struts, known issue. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Florida, United States Feb 2011 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Jul 201164000 miUS $300 | Radiator fan came into contact with upper radiator hose and wore a hole into the hose. Happens somewhat frequently based on reports on nasioc.com. Replaced hose. Also replaced radiator due to signs of leakage between core and end tanks. | ||
| Jan 2013US $110 | Leaking valve cover gasket on driver's side. Replaced both valve cover gaskets. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in California, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Apr 201181000 miUS $4500 | Rear transmission bearing blew up. Metal particles found on tranny magnet indicate metal traveled throughout transmission. Rebuild cost prohibitive. New tranny $4.5k +1k labor on West Coast. Steering pump leaking. Dealer quote $700 for part + $200 labor. Air conditioning leaking coolant. Replaced old oring. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Utah, United States Oct 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jul 2017149000 miUS $50 | General maintenece, changed engine oil and filter, also changed transmission fluid | ||
| Aug 2017149000 miUS $9000 | Replaced entire drivetrain including transmission, axels, and diffs as well as suspention, rotors and pads. | ||
| Oct 2017150000 miUS $4500 | Replaced the turbo. Replaced fuel injectors and fuel rails. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Michigan, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Sep 200870000 miUS $85 | Front Passenger Outer CV boot had a hole in it, which sprayed grease inside the wheel well. Replaced with a new half shaft. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in California, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jan 201169000 miUS $100 | CEL P0011 P0021 - changed oil, removed pre-avcs filter screens, problem went away. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in West Virginia, United States Jan 2008 - May 2009 | |||
| May 200893000 miUS $50 | Rear wheel bearing replaced. | ||
2004 Subaru WRX 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in California, United States Oct 2007 - Jul 2010 | |||
| Feb 201088000 miUS $600 | Alternator died on me with little warning. | ||
| Jun 201093000 miUS $200 | Power steering line leak. | ||
| Jul 201093000 miUS $260 | Blown radiator. Car was perfect until 88k and then started falling apart so I sold it. Oh well. | ||
| Subaru WRX in South Carolina, United States Feb 2015 - Feb 2016 | |||
| May 2015155300 miUS $200 | Leak in AC was noticed, had to replace high pressure AC hose. Then recharge | ||
| Aug 2015155300 miUS $300 | Major wheel bearing failure. Replaced both front wheel bearings, 1x axle, 1x hub, 1x abs sensor. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Missouri, United States Feb 2006 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Feb 200638000 mi | Replace radiator | ||
| Sep 201190000 miUS $1 | A/C drive pulley locked up and ruined belt- replace belt and pulley | ||
| Subaru WRX in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2011 - Aug 2012 | |||
| Dec 2011138000 miUS $155 | Passenger side ball joint needed to be replaced. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Colorado, United States Sep 2010 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Oct 201092000 miUS $985 | Thermostat failed;cracked radiator. Bill $1,050 including tax. | ||
| Aug 2013115000 miUS $35 | Replaced A/C compressor pulley. Neighbor diagnosed problem and repair. Unsure how much labor would be at shop $35 for part. | ||
| Dec 2013119000 miUS $1100 | Starter sticking. Replaced with remanufactured unit Raw fuel leak faulty hose common problem up to 2009 models | ||
| Aug 2015124000 mi | Clutch slipping | ||
| Subaru WRX in New Jersey, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jun 2011125000 miUS $30 | CV boot was replaced. | ||
| Jun 2012135000 miUS $60 | Ball joint replaced. | ||
| Dec 2014127000 miUS $46 | Ac idler pulley was replaced | ||
| Sep 2015135000 miUS $80 | replaced front brake caliper | ||
| Jun 2016140000 miUS $350 | Tie rod replaced. Alignment completed. | ||
| Sep 2017146000 miUS $130 | Replace power steering pump | ||
| Nov 2017148000 miUS $120 | Radiator and thermostat replaced | ||
| Dec 2017148000 miUS $150 | Replaced valve cover gaskets. Both sides. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Michigan, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Jan 2014164000 miUS $450 | Engine ran too rich due to me switching sparkplug wires, catalytic converter ran hot and damaged turbo | ||
| Subaru WRX in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Dec 200875000 miUS $650 | Reverse gear broke. I was warming it up and let out the clutch with the hand brake on and I heard a loud bang and the shifter was stuck in reverse. I freed the shifter, but it wouldn't back up after the incident. | ||
| Dec 2013130000 miUS $150 | Inner C/V boots replaced Top of plastic radiator tank split | ||
| Apr 2016163800 miUS $10 | Power steering pump leak fixed. Disassemble and replace oring reals. | ||
| Subaru WRX in California, United States Sep 2005 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jan 200538000 miUS $500 | Radiator leaked at the plastic top seam. Replaced with a Koyo all aluminum radiator. | ||
| Jul 2013104000 mi | Driver's seat felt loose and it was due to a loose bolt on the driver's side track. Tightened it back up and all is fine. | ||
| Subaru WRX in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jul 201164480 miC $600 | clunk in the rear suspension, replaced strut | ||
| Subaru WRX in Michigan, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 201055000 miUS $100 | Just had to have adjustment made so check engine light wouldn't come on | ||
| Subaru WRX in Arkansas, United States Dec 2008 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Aug 201095000 miUS $50 | left front inner fender came loose and was torn from vehicle. | ||
| Subaru WRX in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 2010110000 mi | First replacement timing belt was squealing and then snapped. Mechanic put new one on no charge and it has worked without problems. | ||
| Subaru WRX in New Hampshire, United States Sep 2004 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 2004220 mi | Replaced front axles due to excessive vibration. It helped a bit. | ||
| Mar 200959000 miUS $180 | CV boot was leaking grease due to tear so it was replaced. | ||
2004 Subaru WRX 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru WRX in South Carolina, United States Jun 2017 - Oct 2021 | |||
| May 202138000 mi | Cvt leaking at seal. Repaired with power train 5 year warranty. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2015 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Jan 2016US $200 | Cylinder 3 misfire due to bad coil pack. The same coil pack had been replaced approximately 20 months ago for the same issue. | ||
2004 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in Quebec, Canada Jan 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jan 2010C $400 | fuel lines leak during very cold weather, cause a smell of gasoline in the cabine | ||
| Apr 2010114700 miC $30 | Gasket from the turbo to the downpipe | ||
| Subaru WRX in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 2010102000 miUS $1600 | 100k on OEM Struts, finally showed signs in need of repairs 2 months after having my struts replaced my second gear failed | ||
| Subaru WRX in Illinois, United States Dec 2012 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Aug 2016133000 miUS $1800 | Clutch replacement | ||
| Mar 2017143000 miUS $303 | Leaking defective radiator which was replaced with a new aftermarket radiator | ||
| Subaru WRX in Tennessee, United States Aug 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| May 2018172000 miUS $650 | Map Sensor IAT Sensor | ||
| Subaru WRX in Colorado, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jan 2016136500 miUS $480 | clamps on fuel lines not holding hoses on and gas was leaking.clamps were placed at earlier visit 2 years ago when hoses had worn out and were leaking coolant hoses leaking/loose | ||
| Apr 2016139000 mi | minor leak from power steering pump with 139,000 miles on it. pump itself still working fine, no issues other than leak. chose no repair for now. | ||
| Oct 2017146000 miUS $1200 | new clutch and flywheel after 146,000 miles. stock clutch lasted 10 years beyond turbo upgrade, 340 lb/ft at the crank new power steering pump. original one was cracked and leaking after ~ 139,000 miles | ||
| Dec 2017148000 miUS $60 | bottom radiator hose separated from radiator. coolant left radiator. reattached hose, added new coolant and Subaru coolant conditioner | ||
| Jan 2018148000 miUS $50 | failed CO emissions. changed downpipe PCV valve old. put new PCV valve in. | ||
| Feb 2018150000 miUS $120 | I've done a shit ton of work this winter on the Subaru. Did these in my garage: New brake fluid, took apart all brakes and regreased, added subframe rear bolts, added stiffer differential mount bushings, steering bushings, changed oil, new gear oil. In addition, I paid a mechanic to install a new clutch and flywheel. adjusted leaking fuel injectors/fuel rail driver's side, new fuel filter. transmission mount bushings were shot. | ||
| May 2022185000 miUS $100 | replaced valve cover gaskets | ||
| Subaru WRX in New Mexico, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jan 200861000 miUS $380 | Inner front DOJ boots were torn and spraying grease under car. | ||
| Feb 200862000 mi | Mechanic for January 2008 DoJ repair tore the inner, driver's side DoJ while replacing the axle. Shop fixed free of charge. | ||
| Apr 200863000 miUS $110 | Refrigerant leaks sufficiently to activate low pressure switch in about 8-12 months. Has occurred twice over the last two years. Leak is too small to identify -- two shops have tried. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Idaho, United States - Dec 2010 | |||
| Aug 201069000 miUS $100 | Head Gasket - covered under extended warranty | ||
| Dec 201080000 miUS $250 | Transmission and drivetrain, except computers and sensors, repair | ||
| Subaru WRX in Texas, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 201050000 mi | Replaced fog lights. Took about 30-45 minutes. Bought replacement bulbs and took care of it myself. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2008 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jul 200889000 miUS $6000 | hot day. accelerated up a slight hill. heard severe engine knock. Cam bearing failure. Engine toasted. Was told by friend who races cars that they had lost a few engines due to lightweight synthetic oil problems during very hot weather. | ||
| Nov 2011156100 miUS $400 | misfire on cylinders 1,2,3,4. replaced coil packs. Still misfire on cylinder 2. Cylinder 2 compression down compared to 1,3,4. Most probable cause is a bad exhaust valve. Able to coax car to an emission test pass. Drives well. car stalled. alternator replaced. | ||
| Jul 2012170300 miUS $700 | oxygen sensors replaced repair of exhaust leaks | ||
| Subaru WRX in Colorado, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Feb 2014119000 miUS $220 | The AC pulley went bad and started making a very loud whining noise. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Michigan, United States Apr 2010 - May 2013 | |||
| Sep 201097000 miUS $250 | Plastic end tank on stock radiator cracked and leaking coolant. Replaced with new aftermarket radiator with aluminum end tanks (less expensive than new OEM plastic/aluminum radiator). Installed radiator and replaced coolant. | ||
| Aug 2011106500 miUS $85 | Leaking turbo oil feed line. OEM hard line was cracked. | ||
| Apr 2012112000 miUS $100 | O2 sensor failed. Replaced. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Texas, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Jul 201057000 miUS $900 | Been hearing occasional squeak. While in for an oil change, mechanic identified it as one of the belts. Since timing belts were about due, got all the belts and tensioners changed. A radiator hose was also changed. | ||
| Jan 2013US $600 | Crack in top tank of radiator. Replaced radiator, coolant hoses, thermostat. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Ohio, United States Aug 2007 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Mar 201080000 miUS $450 | O2 sensor failure | ||
| Jan 201298700 miUS $500 | New starter needed, belts needed adjustment. | ||
| Nov 2013103900 mi | Check engine light on, cause unknown. | ||
| Jul 2014106000 mi | Broken connecting rod | ||
| Subaru WRX in Virginia, United States Oct 2005 - Oct 2009 | |||
| Jan 200535000 mi | New flywheel to fix "shuddering" problem. Known TSB. If outside 36k mile warranty it will not be covered under warranty. | ||
| Oct 200979000 miUS $1300 | Replaced A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator. AC would blow cold for 20 seconds then hot. | ||
2004 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru WRX in Illinois, United States Dec 2012 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 2013184000 miUS $270 | The rack and pinion rubber bushings were worn allowing some play. rubber OEM pieces were replaced with poly-urethane bushings. | ||
| Apr 2014195200 miUS $506 | Passenger side rear caliper/caliper bracket worn and required replacement. Both rear brake pads and rotors replaced at the same time. Parking brake cleaned/adjusted. | ||
| Aug 2014201000 miUS $350 | Turn signals work intermittently. Turn signal switch & relay replaced by owner. Didn't correct issue. Dealer confirmed short in harness & offered 2 options: Install a new harness or use jumper power lead to fuse box. Jumper lead performed | ||
| Sep 2014204000 miUS $40 | Replaced passenger window switch. | ||
| Nov 2014205000 miUS $1800 | Water pump leaking. Also replaced all timing components + belt. Replaced hydraulic tensioner and all four idler pulleys while in there. All had various amounts of play. Oil pump/seal was also leaking and oil pump had to be replaced. | ||
| Jan 2015194500 miUS $160 | Drivers side front caliper sticking. Both front calipers, front rotors and pads all replaced. | ||
| Aug 2015215000 miUS $639 | Replaced rotors, replaced calipers age pads Cv joint seal blown. Replaced drivers side CV joint | ||
| Jan 2016208300 miUS $237 | #3 coil failed causing misfire and flashing CEL. | ||
| Jun 2016221000 miUS $300 | #3 cylinder coil failed again causing #3 cylinder misfire. #3 coil was replaced as we're all 4 spark plugs. | ||
2004 Subaru Impreza 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Impreza in California, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 2009102000 miUS $2000 | Replaced transmission (purchased used for $1100) + clutch/flywheel, master, slave cylinders ($600) + labor ($300) | ||
| Subaru Impreza in Connecticut, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Dec 2013126000 miUS $200 | one cylinder lost compression completely. | ||
| Subaru Impreza in Quebec, Canada Sep 2009 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jun 201054560 miC $100 | Heat shield had to be repaired was rattling. | ||
| Nov 201057040 miC $210 | Replace sway bar bushings | ||
2004 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ontario, Canada - Feb 2007 | |||
| Feb 200743400 mi | Top end rebuild to alleviate piston slap | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ontario, Canada Aug 2016 - Feb 2018 | |||
| May 2017128340 miC $120 | ball joint | ||
| Nov 2017130200 miC $340 | Replaced front axle. Boot on inner CV was torn and was making lots of noise | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ohio, United States May 2011 - Aug 2012 | |||
| Jul 2011135000 miUS $44 | blower only working on setting 4. defective blower resistor was the failed part. replaced resistor in 5 minutes. 2 screws left of blower motor disconnect & connect. problem fixed. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ontario, Canada Aug 2007 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 200960760 mi | Piston and gasket head replaced in engine to correct engine knock. | ||
2004 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Connecticut, United States Jan 2017 - Feb 2019 | |||
| Aug 201787000 miUS $450 | Heard knocking. Replaced an wheel bearing. Was told another would need replacing soon. | ||
| Sep 201791000 miUS $450 | Second wheel bearing started making noise a few weeks later, had it replaced. | ||
| Jan 201892000 miUS $20 | Heat shield breaking off. Re-attached the shield. | ||
| May 201894000 miUS $250 | P0030 code - Check Engine light went on kept coming back on even after resetting. O2 sensor in Bank 1 had to be replaced. | ||
| Feb 2019100000 miUS $65 | collapsed radiator hose, hole blowing steam in it. Hose replaced, no other issue found. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Indiana, United States Nov 2017 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Nov 2017127000 miUS $800 | Caliper replaced. front rotors and pads and rear pads and rotors | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Alberta, Canada Feb 2009 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 200944640 miC $316 | Car stalling during cold start | ||
| Mar 201045880 mi | noise front end when hitting bumps...stabilizer bar bushings are worn...have not repaired yet. Update: later determined to be a loose brake caliper mount. | ||
| Dec 201260760 miC $90 | original battery replaced... driver side heated seat not functioning | ||
| Apr 201361060 mi | smell of raw fuel within cabin when car started in cold weather. It goes away once car is warmed up. Apparently, a common problem according to the forums; due to crack injection lines under the manifold | ||
| Aug 201362620 mi | Hole in exhaust at mounting bracket | ||
| May 201465844 miC $820 | Replaced rear struts Repaired exhaust at centre mount; cut out corroded section and bracket and installed new section and new bracket. Replaced rear struts Repaired exhaust at centre mount; cut out corroded section and bracket and installed new section and new bracket | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in New Jersey, United States May 2008 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Sep 201295000 miUS $500 | Replaced head gaskets as preventative measure after they were found to be leaking oil. | ||
| Aug 2013102000 miUS $1500 | Replaced rusted exhaust components including new catalytic converter & O2 sensor. | ||
| Jan 2014112000 miUS $500 | Raw fuel smell when very cold out (less than 15F) | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Virginia, United States Aug 2009 - Aug 2020 | |||
| Apr 201089700 miUS $150 | a botched transmission service some time in the car's past led to severe ATF leak requiring immediate service | ||
| Dec 2012122000 miUS $200 | noticed a tear in the outer CV boot on the passenger side, decided to replace the whole axle, bought a re-manufactured axle assembly at a parts store and had my usual shop install it | ||
| Dec 2013134000 miUS $200 | small piece of rubber fuel line leading to passenger side injectors was leaking fuel power steering belt was squealing and was replaced | ||
| Sep 2015148000 miUS $150 | tore inner cv boot on driver's side, replaced entire axle with new | ||
| Oct 2016159000 miUS $255 | CV axle that was replaced last year failed; had a new, higher quality one installed. | ||
| Jan 2018169000 miUS $50 | idler pulley for the A/C seized which destroyed the belt; replaced with upgraded pulley, also replaced the pulley mounting hardware | ||
| Apr 202018000 miUS $2100 | replaced rear hubs and bearings | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Iowa, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Jan 2010118500 miUS $2500 | Replace leaking head gaskets. | ||
| Apr 2010126000 miUS $500 | Replace wheel bearing | ||
| Jun 2010128000 mi | Sticky transmission safety interlock ... cleaned and lubed. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Indiana, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Feb 201791000 miUS $130 | O2 sensor failed and replaced. | ||
| Jul 2018121000 miUS $400 | The wagons (not sedans) of this generation have a leak that allows water to collect around the rear strut towers, causing rust. If not attended to, rear suspension can detach from the body. Rear interior carpet removed, cut out rust, and welded new metal to replace rust. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ontario, Canada Dec 2011 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jan 2012C $850 | 2) Electrical short causing passenger side headlight to prematurely burn out (still not fixed) 3) gas fumes during winter months when gas lines leak into the air vents (can only fix via recirculating int air) | ||
| Sep 201268200 miC $200 | Check engine light, and error codes pointed to the Emissions controls. Checked fuel cap, hoses. Reset the computer code, light went quiet for 1 week and is back on. | ||
| Dec 201271300 miC $5000 | Manifold gasket leak / replaced. EVAP repaired | ||
| Jan 201362760 mi | Timing belt, water pump, ignition system, head gastkets Electrical short causing headlights to prematurely fail. | ||
| Jul 201373780 mi | Fuel smell in the cabin at -5Celcius or below Electrical short never fixed. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in New York, United States Nov 2009 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Apr 2010106000 miUS $484 | Fuel-filler lid did not always open--technician successfully repaired; Bearings in rear, driver-side wheel were deteriorating--technician ordered parts including new hub since this was third time in 14 months car suffered similar problem Original hub was scored so hub assembly, bearings, and seals were replaced. | ||
| Jun 2011126000 miUS $27 | Loose heat shield was spot welded together | ||
| Aug 2011129000 mi | Heat shield loosened again but in multiple places this time. Shop personnel spot welded heat shield and added a couple of retaining brackets for support. All work done at no cost. | ||
| Oct 2011132000 miUS $922 | The passenger-side rear strut was damaged severely, and I had both rear strut assemblies replaced. | ||
| Jan 2012135000 miUS $45 | Engine overheating was result of faulty thermostat. Thermostat was replaced. | ||
| Apr 2012137000 miUS $43 | I had ongoing problem with unwanted vibration because of loose heat shields. After failing to repair successfully, I had them removed. Left high beam is not properly leveled. It turns out the headlight assembly (a small piece of supporting plastic) is broken and requires complete replacement. | ||
| Dec 2012148000 miUS $505 | Check Engine light was on for over two weeks. Diagnostic test indicated oxygen sensor malfunction. Replacement of the sensor was necessary. | ||
| Jan 2013149000 miUS $845 | My exhaust pipe rusted completely through between the 2nd & 3rd catalytic converters. I needed to replace 2/3 of my exhaust system, and since the cost was about the same as for OEM parts, I replaced it with a Flowmaster cat-back system. | ||
| May 2013156000 miUS $600 | In March 2012 I learned that my left headlight cluster required replacement because of a broken element. I postponed replacing the headlight assembly until now. Head gaskets leaking externally, possible damage to cylinder heads; also, faint clanking sound emanating from engine suggestive of damaged bearings A faint clacking or knocking sound from the rear when I turn. Most noticeable when I accelerate into either a sharp turn or a wide sweeping turn. It is more noticeable upon turning left than right, but intermittent. Technician could not detect it. | ||
| Jun 2013157000 mi | Car serviced for same recall notice twice. Recall (NHTSA Receipt Date 9/06/2011): problem with front lower control arms. Work performed first time by dealer (12/2011) was poor. Mechanic noticed corrosion. Subaru America approved replacement 6/2013. | ||
| Jul 2013157800 miUS $1200 | Head gasket & oil pan leak and shifter cable frayed All parts were replaced including belts, water pump, seals, bushings, and related fluids. I am unable to separate these costs. Routine work performed at same time that I did not include. Shifter cable frayed. | ||
| Aug 2013159000 miUS $325 | During replacement of brake rotors and pads, the technicians noticed that the rear calipers were malfunctioning and recommended their replacement. I complied. | ||
| Nov 2013162000 miUS $600 | Front passenger-side CV boot ruptured. Boot, axle shaft including joint, front wheel bearing assembly, and inner and outer bearing seals were all replaced. | ||
| Jan 2014151000 miUS $33 | A leak from the power-steering-fluid reservoir was cleaned, new clamps fitted to fluid lines, and fluid reservoir refilled. Cause was not determined. | ||
| Mar 2014166000 miUS $81 | Power-steering fluid continues to leak although amount lost is minuscule so far. Leak appears to originate from steering rack itself. Update: later found that the fluid was not steering fluid. | ||
| Dec 2014177000 miUS $120 | The evap canister drain valve failed and needed replacement. Two electronic codes--P0457 and especially P1443--led to this diagnosis. The canister evap vent valve was replaced with new unit. | ||
| Oct 2015189800 miUS $108 | A/C belt drive idler pulley assembly contained damaged/worn bearings. Drive belt idler pulley was replaced. | ||
| Feb 2016194000 miUS $618 | External coolant leak in rusted metal bypass tube from water pump to heater hose resulted in damaged head gaskets and blown seals. All damaged parts plus water pump, thermostat, and timing kit were replaced. Front passenger-side wheel bearing assembly damaged. | ||
| Jun 2016199000 miUS $918 | One rear caliper seized effectively destroying pad and rotor on that brake assembly. Both rear calipers, rotors, and pads were replaced. | ||
| Aug 2016201000 miUS $285 | The driver-side axle-shaft boot was rotted, cracked, and leaking oil, and the entire assembly was replaced. | ||
| Sep 2016202000 miUS $497 | My car had a faulty ignition coil and ignition wire leading from coil to cylinder 2. Both coil and wire replaced. | ||
| Nov 2016202000 mi | Significant signs of rust damage. Sporadic CEL related to the evap system or fuel system something-or-other. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ontario, Canada Oct 2015 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Sep 201689280 miC $200 | Got a Check Engine Light P0442 which is evaporative system (small leak). Have not solved it yet, but garages seem to want $100 just for a smoke test then unknown amount for determining and fixing the leak. Not too happy. | ||
| Apr 201893620 miC $250 | High pressure metal line attached to steering rack leaked. Subaru wanted to replace whole rack at a cost of approx 1500. Mechanic fabricated a replacement line. | ||
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