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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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- 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 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (11%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (6%)
< $100 (56%)
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.
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 94700 mi US $600 |
Bushings for shifter worn out so shifter would rattle. Replaced shifter. |
| 98000 mi US $1500 |
Clutch bracket welds separating from firewall, which would eventually result in inoperative clutch pedal. |
| 38000 mi | Grinding when shifting into 3rd and 4th gears. Synchro's replaced under warranty. |
| 63800 mi | Took the car in for a squeaky clutch (possible broken spot welds). Subaru Dealership couldn't diagnose the problem. A Subaru rep is going to be contacted for guidance. |
| 70000 mi | Clutch still squeaking. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 106000 mi US $3200 |
Center differential wore out due to mismatched rim. Also preformed timing belt/ various other scheduled maintenance. |
| 114000 mi US $2000 |
Misc. Bearing failure within transmission. Dealer replaced with used unit |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 69720 mi C $180 |
Leaking transmission cooler lines replaced. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 54000 mi | Clutch lever connected by the pedal. Lever pushing against clutch pedal was bent and clutch was not engaging correctly. Had to press the clutch all the way to the floor for gear changes. |
| 19000 mi | Gear assemblies for 1st and 2nd gear had locked up. The syncro's went out and the bushings inbetween the gears were jammed somehow. The clutch was also a little worn so that was replaced along with the gear assemblies, under warranty. |
| 29000 mi | Throw out bearing was making a high pitched squeak while clutch was engaged. |
| 130200 mi C $2500 |
Needed a new clutch, mechanical failure. |
| 40000 mi | Noticed grinding while shifting to 4th gear. Dealer diagnosed 3-4 synchronizer failure and replaced synchro, shift fork, and gear set under powertrain warranty. I elected to replace clutch and flywheel with new parts (not under warranty) |
| 54000 mi | Clutch made noise while disengaging. Transmission removed to diagnose. Odd rust observed on clutch cover. Throwout bearing fork, clutch cover, pivot, and clutch replaced under warranty from previous repair. |
| 10000 mi | Clutch, flywheel and throw-out bearing required replacement after 7800 miles. We told the dealer there was something wrong with the clutch at 2,500 miles but they ignored it. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 24180 mi | Whining noise from front differential (above 50km/h). Teardown revealed overtightened pinion & gear, and darkened bearings. All replaced under warranty. |
| 25100 mi C $1100 |
Had to flush transmission oil after 40 000 km. Had to flush power steering oil too. Both oils had metal particles in and were gray-black. Shop suggested to change oil. |
2009 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| US $530 | It died. Needed to be replaced. I'm selling it. |
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