2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 2012

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (4%)

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

8000 mi A small rubbber stopper (called "pedal stopper") melted off under the clutch pedal arm, likely due to the extreme Arizona heat. Also, heat caused slight buckle in center arm-wrest console. Latch replaced to keep console lid closed 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

9300 mi Front drivers seat wearing..seat back shredding and side bolster fraying 
10000 mi driver's seat squeaks 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

15800 mi

US $500
General maintenance and front pillar resetting for creaking 
17000 mi Scratches on inside of rear driver side window from window mechanism inside door. Window replaced. 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 CVT AWD

19000 mi small rust spot along the seam between the bumper and the rear door 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

22000 mi right windshield wiper nut cover fell off 
7600 mi Interior trim on passenger A-pillar rattling/buzzing. Trim removed and damped with foam tape. 
14000 mi Numerous interior panels falling off from aftermarket stereo installation 
56500 mi

US $5000
Replaced 3rd brake light assembly due to water leakage 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

19000 mi Driver's side fog light had internal moisture due to a cracked housing (lens was not cracked). Replaced under warranty. 
29000 mi Fog light housing broke due to defect. 

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2012 Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Body Problems

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