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2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area
Engine (54%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (9%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (3%)
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Chart based on 231 repairs.
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (45%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (15%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport
Engine not specified
| 112840 mi C $1400 |
Right rear strut oil leaked out and required replacement of both right and left rear struts. |
| 117000 mi US $600 |
Power Steering pump leaking, need replacement |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 170000 mi US $400 |
Clunking when turning, replaced tie rod |
| 219000 mi US $200 |
Power steering was inconsistent. Pump was replaced and system bled. |
| 125000 mi US $2600 |
rear struts front control arm subframe |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 49000 mi US $1208 |
Right front lower control arm broke while on the road. Replaced conrol arm, suspension link and rust-riddled front subframe. |
| 51600 mi US $459 |
Left side lower control arm broke. Replaced same. Right side lower control arm and front subframe broke January 2011. Subaru denies any responsibility. |
| 119660 mi C $500 |
Note. Total bill for two problems was $1400, it seemed like $500 for oxygen sensor and $900 for new shocks on the rear of the car - again could be routine maintenance for a car with 190000 kms. |
| 80000 mi US $400 |
rack bushings replaced, steering realigned, tires balanced; purchased car knowing these repairs would be needed. |
| 98000 mi US $367 |
Steering was catching on sharp turns. Fixed by topping up power steering fluid. |
| 109000 mi US $750 |
and front control joint |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 149000 mi | Noise and loss of power steering, added fluid and Lucas stop leak, mechanic said rack would likely need to be replaced. Car has been remarkable at about 149k precisely, almost everything but motor has rusted, broken or leaked -- trans, brake cylinder and muffler. Was like someone pulled a switch or pushed a 'fail' button Am looking to sell car as is |
| 193000 mi | road salt caused lower control arms to rust. recall. |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 83000 mi US $30 |
Broken sway bar end link. Simply installed a new one. |
| 115320 mi C $600 |
Rear left suspension top mount was worn and doing clunking noise. Replaced top mount. |
| 69000 mi US $700 |
Rear end squeaked over bumps. Shocks we're due for replacement. Installed new tokico d spec adjustable dampers with springs from a 2004 WRX STI. Also replaced all 4 struts mounts. The fronts were cracked. Not sure if this counts as a repair or just maintenance. |
| 110000 mi US $950 |
struts replaced |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 97000 mi US $500 |
Replace wheel bearings on passenger rear . |
2002 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 155000 mi US $600 |
Wheel bearings |
| 155000 mi US $600 |
Left wheel bearing |
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