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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (4%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 163 repairs.
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (6%)
< $100 (67%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 11000 mi | When cruising above 55 mph, a faint whine can be heard, which almost sounds like a supercharger. Was identified to be the center differential / viscous coupler. Dealer checked all fluids and ruled it a non-issue / benign problem |
| 11000 mi | Transmission exhibited a "whining" noise at freeways speeds, while under engine load. Dealer replaced differential bearings that were "scorched" Ten minutes after leaving the dealer, my transmission had a catastrophic failure. All four wheels locked up while I was on the freeway, which caused me to skid briefly.The locking of the transmission also sheared my left rear axle. |
| 11000 mi | Entire transmission was replaced as a result from the failure when driving on the freeway |
| 25000 mi | Beginning phases of the squeaky clutch problem which is widely documented in the Subaru community. It starts as a squeak and only gets worse until the welds on the firewall break out. Very involved repair, not under warranty. |
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 65000 mi | AT Oil temp light came on. Car was diagnosed with P0700 and a solenoid issue. Valve body replaced. |
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 25300 mi | Had clutch pressure plate and throwout bearing replaced after the clutch pedal begun intermittently vibrating when moved, greater clutch effort was required and occasional squealing noise when foot off clutch pedal. |
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 252hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 25580 mi | High frequency gear whine at 90km/h+, especially while under load. Worse with cold weather. They performed a TSB to shim the transmission housing, took 3 days for parts. Still exists to lesser degree after TSB completed. |
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 55000 mi US $4000 |
Transmission failed |
| 80229 mi US $500 |
Car was making a noise when I picked it up from oil change, returned to dealer to find out the transmission was giving an error and needed to be replaced. Spoke with Subaru, they offered to replace for $500 since car had been maintained. |
| 103000 mi US $240 |
Transmission hesitating and AT OIL temp light illuminated. Dealer fixed under SOA extended warranty at no charge. |
| 48000 mi | CVT Valve Body |
| 71200 mi | Bearing went bad in unrepairable part of CVT. LOUD groaning at all speeds, especially coasting. Contacted SoA, who saw me as a loyal customer (x3) who did recommended maint. and covered transmission replacement 100% even out of warranty |
| 55000 mi | Grinding and buzzing noises from CVT transmission. Dealership (at Subaru's request) replaced the $6500.00 CVT transmission under warranty. |
| 56000 mi | 2nd CVT Transmission failed suddenly at 80 mph 10 days and 200 miles after Subaru dealer installed a "New Subaru Reman" CVT transmission. This time dealership had the car for 12 days and put another Reman CVT trans in car. This is 3rd one !! |
| 105000 mi US $1400 |
Replaced Transmission Valve Body due to a faulty solenoid |
| 1300 mi | Dealer installed new ECM/TCM software to correct some shifting and driveability issues with the CVT transmission. Subaru Tech Service Bulletin. |
2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 84300 mi US $800 |
Clutch throw out bearing Clutch kit |
| 92000 mi US $1100 |
Clutch, pressure plate, throwout bearing, primarily due to the latter. Now shifts more smoothly than ever, even when new. |
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