2015 Subaru Impreza Engine Problems

“I have a 2015 Subaru Impreza with 31,000 miles (out of warrantydue to age). Thecar has developed a small oil leak from the cam carrier cover (aka valve cover) onto the exhaust manifold and the o2 sensor causing a lot of smoke that then enters the cabin. Subaru's estimate $4973.87. Reading Subaru forums I've come to discover that this is a pretty common problem in vehicles dating between 2012 and 2017. Due to the smoke it creates in the cabin, and the health risks there in, and the short life of the part in question, I'd recommend a recall be issued.”

“Intermittent failure of the CVT select shift mechanism that causes the key to get locked in the ignition switch when the car is in park. This problem is a result of the failure of plate guide-b, part number 35122fj033. This ongoing problem is subject to Subaru service bulletin 16-112-18r dated 03/15/2018 and revised as of 02/20/2019. This Subaru identified safety issue affects multiple models. Cost of part replacement is not offset by Subaru with 100% of the cost required by the vehicle owner.”

“Soon after delivery, there was a noticeable lag ( 2-20 seconds) between the time the accelerator was depressed and when the vehicle accelerated. At times this lead to dangerous situations. Dealer said there was no problem. The accelerator module was replaced ( not at dealer) and there were no problems for a time, now the same lag has begun to occur at random times, especially after slowing to less than 20 miles per hour. Note:-- this is a problem for one of two drivers of the car. Apparently the position of the driver's foot on the accelerator makes the difference. …”

“All of a sudden, with no reason whatsoever, my daughter's car has rod knock with less than 100,000 miles on it. Bought this Subaru for my daughter so she would have a car that would last a long time and she would be safe. Maintenance was kept up at our local mechanic religiously. I am saddened and disappointed in the mechanical performance of this vehicle. Started with lights going out early in ownership when it was new, and now this. I have a Subaru Impreza as well and am strongly considering trading it in for a Honda. …”

“I purchased a Subaru for reliability and safety reasons. This car has placed my family in some dangerous situations. Every time the outside temp is 90+ degrees F and it is driven on a road trip of 200+ miles, the car's acceleration shuts off. There is never any warning or check engine/trans lights until after this happens. Nate Wade Subaru in Salt Lake City cannot find any codes and does not know how to help. The car will not restart after being turned off, even after waiting up to an hour. We have had to tow it. The last incident taking place 7/30/2022 with our 19 year old son driving. …”