Subaru Impreza: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,812 Subaru Impreza cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1993 and 2023.
In a sample of 101 cars, 42.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (12.9% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 15 recalls for this model; 9.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
4.7% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 12.9% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 7.9% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 5% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 3% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 3% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 2% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 2% |
Share of 101 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,812 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 9.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 4.7% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1993 to 2023 |
All Subaru Impreza passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-11-21 | brakes | serious | 2,050 |
| 2021-07-02 | suspension | – | 472 |
| 2021-07-02 | electrical system | – | 533 |
| 2020-02-19 | brakes | – | 482 |
| 2019-12-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 439 |
| 2019-12-20 | electrical system | – | 482 |
| 2019-07-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1,845 |
| 2019-05-28 | lights | – | 4,292 |
| 2019-05-14 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1,192 |
| 2018-03-05 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1,606 |
| 2017-04-26 | electrical system | – | 874 |
| 2015-10-07 | electrical system | serious | 2,809 |
| 2015-07-08 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 321 |
| 2015-07-01 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1,728 |
| 2014-09-02 | brakes | – | 4,500 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Subaru Impreza fail the APK?
In a sample of 101 cars first registered 2012–2021, 42.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Subaru Impreza?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (12.9%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (7.9%), tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault (5%).
Does the Subaru Impreza have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 15 recalls. 9.6% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Subaru models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.