2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 2009

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (3%)

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (70%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

9700 mi Rattles coming from A-pillars (driver and passenger side), as well as roof near sunroof. Dealer ordered new parts and will install when received. 
50000 mi

US $90
Turbo air intake housing was loose and rattling; dealer re-insulated and re-tightened to resolve problem. 
83000 mi

US $80
Drivers side sun visor 

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

130000 mi

US $1102
Sun visor replaced.  

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

9300 mi reving to 2500 rpm when pulling into driveway, with clutch engaged. Flashed memory. Problem went away, but now it is back.  
32240 mi Sunroof wind noise. 
32600 mi

C $100
Water leak in roof from bad door seal. 

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

33300 mi Rattle or vibration from shifter (5spd) at 4k rpm while in gear. Very noticeable, 100% repeatable.  
35200 mi Front pillar rattles 

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

36780 mi

C $300
3 rust spots repaired. 
10540 mi Heat shield defective (rattling). Heat shield replace under warranty. 

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2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Body Problems

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