2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 2003

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (3%)

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (45%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (18%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

63000 mi Wheel bearing and hub was replaced. It had been problematic for the past few months. 
79300 mi

US $3000
new wheel bearings 

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

160000 mi

US $100
Replace 2 steering rack boots. Both repairs listed totaled approximately $600.00. 
164200 mi

US $770
Front strut replacement 
210000 mi

US $800
ball joint 

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

139300 mi

US $100
Driver rear strut needed replacing. All fluid had leaked from the strut and would not damp 
145000 mi

US $700
Replaced steering rack. 

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

106300 mi

US $785
Right front suspension collapsed. Replace bearing, mounting brackets, brake caliper, hub mount, and some other parts I can't quite remember. 
150000 mi

US $500
Front end links replaced to reconnect the front stabilizer to the suspension. 
148800 mi

US $1300
Factory struts needed replacing and I had OAKOS replace them with KYB AGX adjustables. It's like having a new car! 
155000 mi

US $80
Both lower ball joints had torn boots. Replaced both lower ball joints. 

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2003 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Suspension Problems

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