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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%)
Select a problem area
- 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 116 repairs.
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (5%)
$100 - $499 (37%)
< $100 (58%)
Chart based on 19 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
| 31000 mi | Noticed AC was not as cold as it should be. Dealer noticed R134a was low. Added dye to the system and refilled. Was asked to bring car back when R134a was low. Traded in car (for a 2011 WRX), did not give dealer chance to resolve issue. |
| 46000 mi | Ipod connector stopped working |
| 9200 mi | The driver side switch for my heated seats is working it just rolls instead of clicks. They said on because the switch still operates properly. Huh? certainly hope so. The driver side switch for my heated seats is working it just rolls instead of clicks. They said on because the switch still operates properly. Huh? certainly hope so. |
| 4000 mi | Blown turn signal light bulb. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 105000 mi | Wiper motor burned out. Replaced under "goodwill". |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 64000 mi US $630 |
Alarm goes off periodically. Does not appear there is any external reason, i.e. attempted entry, for the alarm. |
| 14000 mi | The rear brake light (driver's side) stopped working. It was covered under warranty. |
| 70000 mi US $225 |
AC refrigerant level very low, no issues found, recharged system and added leak detector |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| 38000 mi | replaced right rear power window motor |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 4000 mi | Rear passenger window rolls up very slowly. Dealer oiled up the window and said it is a nonissue since they tested other WRXs and had the same slow window roll up |
| 39000 mi US $200 |
Replace high mounted (3rd) brake light LED strip. I did it myself as the dealer wanted $280 plus labor & tax |
| 58000 mi | Passenger side airbag replaced under warranty, Takata recall. |
| 43400 mi C $100 |
| 26900 mi | Actuator on passenger door lock failed. Passenger door lock could be locked/unlocked from power locks, but manual switch would not unlock door. Dealer replaced actuator under warranty. Problem resolved on first attempt to fix. |
| 66900 mi US $221 |
Power locks on both driver side doors were not working. Replaced both driver-side door lock actuators. |
| 51000 mi US $100 |
A/C Compressor failed. Quoted $560 for the part and $250 for 2.5 hours of labor. Paid $100 evaluation fee and declined repair. Living with issue for the time being. |
| 57000 mi US $150 |
Ordered AC compressor from dealerpartsdirect.com. Paid for 2.5 hours of labor. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 44000 mi | replaced window regulator in passenger front window A/C compressor faulty, replaced |
| 26000 mi US $100 |
early replacement of the battety |
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