Does the 2021 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Subaru Impreza, the most recent reported on August 30, 2021 (Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Impreza?

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (3 complaints), followed by visibility/wiper (3).

How many 2021 Subaru Impreza complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 14 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Subaru Impreza recalls and problems

2 recalls and 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru Impreza.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Subaru Impreza recalls

Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm

NHTSA campaign 21V675000 · reported August 30, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 802 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.
The risk: A separated control arm may cause the tire to contact the wheel well, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.

Power train: shift linkage/cable/rod

NHTSA campaign 21V024000 · reported January 26, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 383 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.
The risk: A loose nut can lead to a lost of retention in the CVT select lever cable and the gear selector not functioning properly, increasing risk of crash.
The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Forward collision avoidance3
Visibility/wiper3
Steering2
Tires2
Unknown or other2
Vehicle speed control2
Air bags1
Engine1
Power train1
Service brakes1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 10, 2024 · Air bags · crash reported
The contact owned a 2021 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The force of the impact caused the contact to hit another vehicle which then caused that vehicle to also hit another vehicle; in total, four vehicles were involved in the…

Apr 7, 2023 · Forward collision avoidance
The Eye Sight front collision warning did a hard brake going 55 mph when a car was well ahead of me slowing down to turn right. I was almost rear ended by the car behind me. This isn't the first time it's happened

Mar 26, 2023 · Unknown or other
Went to my car this morning and the windshield was cracked on the top center from the edge of the windshield to around where the rear view mirror is. This crack was not there last night when I parked my car. And there was no accident/damage to the windshield before this morning.

Nov 25, 2022 · Visibility/wiper
Plastic parts of side mirror melt easily by heat and sunlight. (Not only side mirror, but also other components with the same plastic parts) It bothers driver visibility and safety when driving highway. The problem was reviewed by subaru service center, and they said it is not their problems. Subaru service center…

Oct 30, 2022 · Service brakes
Vehicle is at 23520 miles, front brake pads are worn to 1mm on passenger side and 2mm on front driver side. Vehicle had been taken on October 04, 2022 for repairs and local Subaru dealer refuses to repair it, even though warranty still applicable for defects until 3 years or 36,000 miles as stated in pages 4 and 5 the…

Impreza model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	5	152	5	1
2019	5	194	6	1
2020	1	85	2	2
2021	2	14	1	0
2022	1	14	0	2
2023	2	4	0	0
2024	2	32	3	2

Across all years, the 2002 Impreza has the most complaints (292). All Subaru Impreza years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Subaru Impreza, the most recent reported on August 30, 2021 (Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Impreza?: Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (3 complaints), followed by visibility/wiper (3).
How many 2021 Subaru Impreza complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 14 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 10, 2024.