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2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area
Engine (28%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)
Other (6%)
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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 208 repairs.
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (15%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (20%)
< $100 (55%)
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.
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 24000 mi | Clutch release bearing fork making chirping / whirring sound. Lube of Release Lever Pivot Ball was the resolution. |
| 45000 mi US $100 |
clutch bracket behind firewall cracked, needed replacement. |
| 110000 mi US $1700 |
Cv joints were worn out. Ball joints also replaced Clutch would not shift into certain gears. Had the clutch replaced at an automotive transmissions shop. |
| Clutch pedal assembly detached from firewall due to bad weld. Unrepaired |
| 85000 mi US $140 |
clutch is creating excess noise. dealer wants over $500 to diagnose. subaru is aware of firewall issues with this model, will not pay until it fails. |
| 117400 mi | Clutch firewall was finally repaired. Bracket re welded. |
| 70500 mi US $700 |
Clutch pedal assembly bearings and rods were worn out, causing pedal to squeak loudly. |
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 96000 mi US $1600 |
Throw out bearing went out, clutch still felt like new, but eventually couldn't get it out of gear. It made a loud pulley noise on cold mornings up until it went out, thought it was just a pulley. |
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 33000 mi | Damaged throwout bearing and pressure plate replaced. Was causing clutch squeak. |
| 14000 mi | car got stuck in neutral and would not go into gear. |
| 21000 mi | faulty clutch or faulty clutch ajustment. Dealer replaced clutch assembly at no cost to me. |
| 33300 mi US $2000 |
Replacement clutch always felt like it was slipping under hard acceleration, never really felt "connected" to the flywheel as there was always a little slippage and it took too long to engage. Had an independent shop replace the clutch after the dealer di |
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 22000 mi | Throw out bearing replaced under warranty, rotational noise heard at a stand still. |
| 24000 mi | Right front axle leaking tranny fluid. Right front upper ball joint bad, and bearing had to be replaced. All fixed under warranty. |
| 11000 mi | Throwout bearing in clutch replaced. Clutch squealing at catchpoint when engine and outside ambient temps cold. Problem was still there at first cold start. It'll have to go back for further diagnosis and repair. Service center failed to install crush plug on transmission properly after replacing clutch throwout bearing. Result was significant and fast leakage of gear oil. (!) |
| 139000 mi US $6 |
Brake/clutch assembly spot welds at firewall breaking causing entire assembly to break free and eventually fail. |
| 39680 mi C $160 |
Creaking noise when applying clutch pedal. Lubricated all related linkages. Noise still there. Welds on pedal assembly mounting bracket should be inspected for cracks as per SB.12.01.10. Unsure if under warranty so postponed repair. |
2008 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 155000 mi | Replaced both rear cv joints |
| 50500 mi US $348 |
Transmission shuddered when coming to a stop. Felt like torque converter locking up when stopping. Test drove and found nothing. Also computer showed no codes. Dealer advised a transmission power flush, AT fluid was dirty. Shifts like new. |
| 142000 mi | Leaking rear differential |
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