2012 Subaru Impreza recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2012 Subaru Impreza recalls, newest first
Feb 28, 2019Exterior Lighting, Brake LightsSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014 to 2016 Forester, 2008 to 2016 Impreza sedans, 2012 to 2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008 to 2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013 to 2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 844 373 6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE90.
NHTSA campaign 19V149000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Nov 1, 2018Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012 to 2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012 to 2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FRS vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FRS owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 844 373 6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1 888 270 9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY84.
NHTSA campaign 18V772000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Oct 13, 2016Electrical SystemSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007 to 2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008 to 2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009 to 2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo charged engines. The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.
Risk: If the air injection pump overheats, it may melt and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 800 782 2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTM73.
NHTSA campaign 16V738000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Jul 1, 2015Air Bags, SensorSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012 model year Subaru Impreza 4 Door and Station Wagon vehicles (except WRX/STI models) manufactured April 21, 2011, to February 16, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may deactivate if a front seat passenger operates a device that is plugged into the power outlet such as a music player or cell phone, or touches a metal part of the vehicle such as the forward/rearward seat adjuster lever.
Risk: If the ODS deactivates, the front passenger air bag will be turned off and the front passenger air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Occupant Control Unit with a modified one, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 800 782 2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQT55.
NHTSA campaign 15V419000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Feb 25, 2013Electrical SystemSubaru is recalling certain model year 2010 to 2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012 to 2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs. If the RES fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
Risk: The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1 800 782 2783 for more information.
NHTSA campaign 13V061000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Nov 29, 2011Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Pedals And LinkagesSUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 IMPREZA SEDANS AND WAGONS (EXCEPT WRX/STI MODELS), MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 15, 2011, AND LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 17, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 23, 2011. THESE VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER THAT COULD MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AN INCREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL DISTANCE REQUIRED TO SLOW OR STOP THE VEHICLE.
Risk: THE DRIVER MIGHT MISJUDGE THE AMOUNT OF BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE THE DESIRED STOPPING DISTANCE. THIS COULD OCCUR UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: SUBARU WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUBARU AT 1 800 782 2783.
NHTSA campaign 11V562000 · SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Subaru Impreza. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 Subaru Impreza has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.