Top 5 Problems Subaru Impreza Hatchback 5th Generation 2017-21

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Do you own a 2017 to 2021 Subaru Impreza? The 5th generation of this model is not without it's faults, like any other car on the road. In this video, Andy breaks down the top 5 most common problems you might find with your 5th gen Impreza!
0:00 Top Problems Subaru Impreza 5th Gen 2017-Present
0:14 Blower Motor
0:36 Outer Tie Rod
1:08 Lower Ball Joint
1:35 EVAP Canister Vent Hose
2:24 Starlink App
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2017 Subaru Impreza
2018 Subaru Impreza
2019 Subaru Impreza
2020 Subaru Impreza
2021 Subaru Impreza
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[@arttaylor8638]

I have a 2018 base model i bought new. This morning i just turned 140k miles on my way to work. Only problem I've had was a front wheel bearing on passenger side. Still running good and i hope to get many more miles out of it.

[@shaecloud4403]

Did it squeek when you turned or what were the symptoms? My base model 17 driver side currently has a squeek at 84k

[@justforhavens]

Glad you mentioned the star link system it's absolutely the worst thing about the Impreza in the years I've driven it, complete crap it will disconnect randomly while using Android auto, and it may start playing your songs automatically when you get in the car, there's more it's just the absolute most frustrating thing about the Impreza

[@RojastheBlackWolf]

18 Impreza base hatch. Already had the driver strut bearing warrantied out at around 20k last year. At about 48k now and may need to replace again xP That and getting a little noise on the blower motor maybe. 🤔

[@TimeAttack2003]

Blower motor buzz was fixed with a strong kick. Bought the car brand new in feb of 2017. The infotainmenf screen is terrible. Mechanically' the car is perfect

[@jrnumex9286]

good deal, if this model was a person getting a check up result from the doctor i wouldn't be worried.

[@golding69]

2018 Impreza limited at 90,000 miles. Purchased CPO with 40,000 miles. Car right now at dealership shop: Timing chain cover leaking oil-will be re-sealed; CVT replacement due to potential problems from "sealed for lifetime", no maintenance policy in US market factory recommendations ($7,000 to $8,000 to replace); A/C fan blower replacement (around 43k miles); Rear passenger safety belt entire system replacement; Rear tail light wiring and light box replacement. Repairs fortunately covered under extended warranty. On the positive side: real comfortable seats and cabin for long road trips and decent Harman Kardon sound system. If it wasn't for the issues mentioned above - this Impreza would be a good car. I wonder if comparable model Toyota and Honda modern cars are more or less reliable today than the Impreza? Also own a 2020 BRZ tS which is a true pleasure on the canyon and rural roads.

[@krazeekalvin]

Spot weld recall on the 2021 models

[@caomhingraham]

Haven't had any of these issues so far in our 2019 and we drive winding mountain roads almost daily. However, we just threw a code P0073 (ambient air temperature sensor circuit high) and while looking for the sensor I dicovered a plastic bag had covered the lower 1/5 of the radiator. Could these events be related? I tried to clear the code, but the CEL came back on twice. Love the video btw, will personally inspect tie rods and ball joints with next set of tires.

[@AKhan-un6se]

Thank you 🎉

[@jamessimonds7362]

I believe that our 2018 Impreza has that blower motor problem. The noise is annoying.

[@_mahyar_]

thank you

[@Finestizpro]

Great video as always one of my tie rods is bad because of an accident 18 impreza

[@PKCeltic21]

well mines 2018 it makes a metal sound like a loose or no fully tight screw or bolt but still don't know if its the battery or another thing and sounds front pilot wheel

[@Machead92]

my 19 Impreza sport 2.0i 95k miles no problems until now, oil leak and needs rear main seal replaced andbI have squeaky vents when I first turns on the air.

[@TheOnlyDTM]

what about the 2022? any of these issues fixed?

[@TheSae6]

I have a 2020 Impreza hatchback Sport. I’m at 26K miles and my AC makes a clicking noise and loses power after being on for a few minutes until it completely stops. I think it’s the blower fan but not 100% sure

[@DavidMichaelKalman]

I had the squealing fan issue in my 2017, and had the fan replaced under warranty.

[@shazzshank6393]

Do you have hatchback or sedan version ? I want to get 17' hatchback but hesitate a little between impreza and WRX. The only thing that hold me back to buy WRX is their engine-problems..

[@pauldavidmiller7424]

My cruise control constantly flickers on my dash and will not let me engage it

[@danek893]

My 18 Crosstrek have the same air blow noice.

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[@nhanguyen-gu8tn]

2020 impreza /25000 miles codep0500 ,engine lighs on .whaf i can fix ,hank

[@artilleryisbetter]

how does a 3yr car have so much RUST? My '19 hasnt had any suspension or emission issues so far at 30k but the head unit glitches out at least once a month

[@TheMsdos25]

Guessing by the white deposits, I'd say road salt.

[@theamazinggoldfish8713]

It's an Subaru,.....they like to heard together up north and live in the snow/ salty roads. 😂......🏹🤠👍

[@juliochicata8217]

I have a 2018 Subaru Impreza , and the only problem so far is problem # five....

[@meanodustino9563]

🤔 ball joints and tie rods🤣 Thats goes for every car.

[@lookoutcam9614]

not my car.. Ford Escape does not have tie rod and ball joint problems.. Fords are built tough

[@drjphau1834]

@@lookoutcam9614 well my focus sucks happy to get a Subaru which is way better than ford

[@herro2883]

#6 the window rocker switches are cheap and break easily #7 CVT will eventually fail , just a matter of when #8 headend unit radial buttons break easily / starlink is crap ....standby for #9

[@MrWhitelightning73]

I just bought a 2021 base model…..doesn’t come with starlink

[@1AAuto]

+STAGE4RELIGION Thanks for the feedback!

[@iloveap83]

8th gen civic DO IT NOW!

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[@RookieGarage]

Pretty rusty underneath already

[@artilleryisbetter]

must be from michigan

[@dlg5485]

No more oil consumption issues?

[@Daniel_BDB]

Of course there is lol

[@57RickH]

Ok, so I can take the Impreza off my short list!

[@numathesaint872]

because of a bold guy in a 4 min video that you dont even know ? lol

[@hlm_shyaa2330]

Cyrus the virus working on my car!

[@benkalinowski5834]

What about constant head gasket failure

[@ph0ib0s1]

Not any more with the FB engine in the current models.

[@GallAnon]

That was EJ. Those have different problems.

[@Ntmoffi]

2016 and up engines have improved a lot. Don't buy anything from 2010-15.

[@pingpongballz5998]

Geez people are stuck on that lol.

[@kw2519]

@@pingpongballz5998 that’s because nobody keeps up on stuff, they just want to sound like they’re smart

[@tg8150]

I knew I made the right decision when buying my Japan built Mazda3 6 years ago. Subaru’s are cheaply built crap.

[@artilleryisbetter]

ok fwd pleb

[@godemperormeow8591]

I mean they weren’t major problems at all but ok.

[@jamessimonds7362]

Mazda has even more issues. I will take a,Subaru hands down over any Mazda. Subaru is the best foreign car on the market.

[@Daniel_BDB]

@@jamessimonds7362 whoa ok slow down there man lol. I have a subaru and ik for sure subarus aren't the best foreign cars. Toyota is by far the best.

[@Finestizpro]

i have both 16 mazda 3 S GT and an 18 impreza both are great cars but the 6 speed automatic and the 2.5 liter mazda makes i feel will definitely outlast the subaru cvt