2013 Subaru Impreza Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 6%of 251 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 49,550miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the steering of the 2013 Subaru Impreza, 6% of the 251 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 49,550 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While I was backing the vehicle out of my driveway I became aware the I had no power steering. I parked the car in front of my house and took my second car to a scheduled appointment. Upon returning home I moved the Subaru Impreza to the front of the driveway. It still didn't have power steering. I called the local Subaru dealership and scheduled a service appointment for the following wednesday 1/8/2020 and left the car parked in the driveway. Fortunately the closest Subaru dealership is approximately 2.3 miles from my home. …”
NHTSA complaint #11298879, filed 2020-01, 17,450 miles“Without warning and while driving on a city street, my power steering went out. The steering wheel is not only more difficult to turn now, but it does not turn smoothly or consistently. At highway speeds this could easily result in an overturn and serious vehicle accident. This is an electric power steering unit (not hydraulic) so there is no way to maintain the system. The repair is about $1900 and requires a complete replacement of the power steering unit, rack and pinion. Subaru has not been helpful as I've discussed the safety concern with them.”
NHTSA complaint #11365915, filed 2020-10, 1 miles“The steering became uneven and sloppy when not moving. When moving, it was easier to turn one direction than the other. The problem is described in Subaru service bulletin number 04-21-18. The steering rack assembly was replaced by the dealer. I retained the part and found that the steering gear box had cracks as described in the service bulletin.”
NHTSA complaint #11186183, filed 2019-03, 51,100 miles“Car has 55,000 miles. Steering box cracked and driving assist sensor pulls car abruptly to the left when driving. Need to hold wheel tight and fight it to not pull car into oncoming traffic. When parking and braking car wheel will turn several times to left until completely left.”
NHTSA complaint #11230093, filed 2019-07, 53,000 miles“Steering wheel very noise and it pulling to the right.the steering wheel is hard to control on highway speed.I had this problems 2 weeks now.is there any recall on this vehical.(2013 Subaru Impreza)”
NHTSA complaint #10955379, filed 2017-02, 77,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11032035Apr 20, 2026This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when…
- 10199960Jul 27, 2021As part of Subaruâs dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcingan extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Power…
- 10199957Jul 26, 2021As part of Subaru of Americaâs dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for your vehicleâs…
- 10199956Jul 26, 2021As part of Subaruâs dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Power…
- 10153185Nov 14, 2018IMPORTANT: This Service Bulletin has been as been replaced by TSB 04-24-18 dated 11/9/2018 entitled ?Increased Steering Effort when Cold, DTC C2532?. Please refer to this new…
- 10153182Nov 9, 2018This bulletin announces a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) control module for the models listed above. These new EPS control modules address a limited number of customer…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 20% |
| 2024 | 4 | 13% |
| 2022 | 2 | 14% |
| 2021 | 2 | 14% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 5 | 3% |
| 2018 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 5 | 7% |
| 2015 | 6 | 8% |
| 2014 | 4 | 4% |
| 2013 | 14 | 6% |
| 2012 | 10 | 4% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 3 | 4% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 8 | 3% |
| 2001 | 1 | 9% |
| 2000 | 1 | 2% |
| 1999 | 1 | 5% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2013 Subaru Impreza
79 complaintsEngine
75 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsBrakes
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
23 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Subaru Impreza
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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