2005 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Problems and Repair Histories
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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | 57 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 9.4 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 92500 miles51 |
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2005 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX STI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 103000 | 50 | replaced undercover, which had started to come off and was making noise |
| Jul | 2011 | 109000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 55000 | 9 | Lubricate rear struts to eliminate squeak every other tire rotation. Subaru's solution is to replace the struts. |
| Sep | 2010 | 73000 | 175 | Leak in o-ring on high-pressure outlet of A/C compressor. |
| Oct | 2010 | 74000 | 650 | Car made loud whoo-whoo'ing noise from rear of car. Rear wheel bearing replaced. |
| Oct | 2011 | 92000 | 130 | Radiator plastic end-tank developed a hairline crack which required the complete replacement of the radiator. The o-ring on the suction side of the power steering was embrittled over time and allowed air to be sucked into the power steering pump. This caused a groaning noise. The o-ring was replaced along with all the power steering hose clamps. |
| Jun | 2012 | 101000 | 295 | Alternator failed Power steering pump leak Upstream wide-band O2 sensor started to fail |
| Aug | 2012 | 103500 | 45 | Upper radiator hose developed a large tear. Replaced hose, refilled coolant. |
| Nov | 2012 | 104000 | 550 | Passenger side, inner CV boot failed. Passenger side valve cover gasket leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 0 | valve spring | |
| Dec | 2009 | 31000 | 150 | Front swaybar connection broke on passenger side. |
| Feb | 2012 | 47000 | 215 | Faulty/erratic Rear diff temp sensor. Part+labor $215 |
| Mar | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 112000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 113000 | 200 | Replaced power steering pump |
| Apr | 2011 | 114000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 73000 | 30 | Power steering/alternator belt broke while driving on the freeway. Was able to change it myself at a gas station. |
| Feb | 2013 | 79300 | 45 | The ac belt broke and I replaced it. |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 0 | Radiator began leaking on the top seam. Warranty covered 100% of the bill. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 126 | Replaced High pressure AC line because of a pinhole leak | |
| Dec | 2008 | 229 | Replaced windshield. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Low speed "clunk" from rear strut. Removing strut and regreasing the bump stop seems to fix it. | |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 44000 | 0 | Whining noise in engine heard inside vehicle. Most likely one of the belt idlers or tensioner. Could not determine which one was faulty. |
| Jul | 2010 | 55000 | 125 | Engine whine noise. Mechanic says it's either a valve or valves that need adjustment, or it's something in the timing-belt mechanism. Will pursue a repair in the not-too-distant future. Clutch squeak mentioned to shop, but shop didn't fix while car was in for service. I later repaired the squeak myself by lubricating part of the clutch mechanism. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 22940 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 25420 | 30 | Wheel liner broke, ordered new one and replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 29940 | 500 | Radiator has small leak, replaced(upgraded) with Koyo Al racing one |
| Mar | 2013 | 31620 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Nebraska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | Trim repair by SOA | |
| Sep | 2007 | 28000 | 0 | Rear strut "clunk" Remote keyless buzzer |
| Aug | 2008 | 49000 | 100 | Replaced buzzer. Lubed rear strut mounts. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 54000 | 0 | overheating 247 degrees |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX STI in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 43000 | 0 | Rear struts leaking, make clunking noise during low speed driving. |
| Oct | 2009 | 46000 | 400 | Differential temperature sensor replaced after false alerts on dashboard. add forums for Impreza WRX STi iwsti.com nasioc.com |
| May | 2010 | 49000 | 430 | Starter replaced. |
| Jul | 2010 | 49300 | 7 | Battery replaced under warrantee. Customer paid $7 for corroded bolts and fittings. |
| Jul | 2012 | 54000 | 700 | Ac hoses were leaking, replaced and recharged. |
2005 Subaru WRX 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 39000 | 19 | Fog light bulb needed to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 78500 | 40 | Rebuilt power steering pump due to external leak |
| Jul | 2012 | 79300 | 60 | Replaced torn CV boot, front passenger side inner. |
| Apr | 2013 | 84000 | 20 | Leaking seal between transmission and axle shaft |
| Subaru WRX in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 75000 | 0 | Plastic idler pulley for air conditioner replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 109000 | 350 | Axle CV boot cracked. Needed to be dismantled, cleaned, repacked with grease and a new rubber boot fitted. |
| Dec | 2012 | 127000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 52000 | 470 | Needed to replace front pads and roters, and rear pads. |
| Sep | 2008 | 97000 | 422 | Non-OEM spark plugs failed. Caused one of the coil packs to also fail. |
| Apr | 2009 | 107000 | 100 | Steering pump needed replacement. |
| Jun | 2009 | 110000 | 1200 | A couple bearings and input shaft needed replacing after day at the track. |
| Feb | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 107000 | 100 | AC had stopped blowing cold. Diagnosed as low coolant, topped it up, good to go. |
| Dec | 2012 | 124000 | 250 | Foggy/oxidized headlight lenses. Had to refurbish to pass inspection. |
| Apr | 2013 | 128000 | 1500 | No problem; routine replacement of timing belt, tensioners, and water pump |
| Subaru WRX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | A/C blows either very cold air or very hot when I was in very cold conditions (20F outside). Replaced under warranty. Have not checked the performance yet. | |
| May | 2009 | 0 | Squeaky clutch pedal. still there after repair, but somewhat intermittent. no functional problem | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Subaru WRX 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru WRX in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 67000 | 200 | Car bucks after warmup, A/C stops working Intermitently. Thought I heard muffled backfires. Dealer says everything is fine, a week afterward still same problem. |
| Dec | 2007 | 82000 | 27 | Left fog bulb |
| Nov | 2008 | 106000 | 750 | Not a problem, replaced timing belt and waterpump with all idlers. |
| Dec | 2008 | 109000 | 280 | Warped rotors. |
| Apr | 2009 | 118000 | 88 | AC idler pulley broke. Pulley put hole in timing belt cover. On seperate trip, ran over debris in road and destroyed tire. Took car into shop to have alignment and inspection done on running gear. |
| Jun | 2010 | 148000 | 420 | Replaced fuel/air sensor |
| Oct | 2010 | 158000 | 760 | New brake discs went bad |
| Jan | 2011 | 165000 | 450 | Top of radiator cracked, radiator replaced |
| Jan | 2012 | 192000 | 727 | Replace timing belt and waterpump with idlers. Timing belt was damaged when AC idler pully broke. |
| Jan | 2013 | 196000 | 200 | Replaced both fuel level sending units. |
| Mar | 2013 | 196000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 113460 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 145080 | 0 | Replace driver side window control panel |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 43000 | 80 | Steering column shaft was bent causing steering issues. Friend with shop replaced with part from salvage yard. Only charged for alignment. |
| Dec | 2009 | 50000 | 80 | Replaced front driver side axle. Boot was cut and slinging grease. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru WRX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 64000 | 15 | Fixed a pinhole leak in upper radiator hose. |
| Jan | 2012 | 95000 | 220 | right front cv axle tore and needed replacing |
2005 Subaru Impreza 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Impreza in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jun | 2012 | 435 | Replaced front ball joints, and stabilizer links | |
| Sep | 2012 | 144000 | 350 | Front CV boot failed, requiring axle replacement |
| Dec | 2012 | 148000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | Safety switch behind clutch pedal was making squeaky noise. Replaced under warranty. | |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Both rear lamp assemblies (bezels) were replaced under warranty as condensation could be seen inside, near the turning signal area. | |
2005 Subaru Impreza 4dr Sedan
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Impreza in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 151000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 153000 | 300 | Car has sharp turning noise at parking. Torque binding is a common problem with Subaru 4eat Automatic transmissions if not regularly drained and filled. Drained and filled transmission twice (2 x $68). DRL bulbs replaced. Took the technician more than an hour. Probably not familiar with Subaru Impreza's DRL. First said $10. After struggling a bit to take apart to take apart grille and fender then said $50 and settled for $30. Touch-up and rust prevention oiled and painted ($50). Minor rust bubbling on the hood and near the exhaust. Surface rust in engine bay. |
| Dec | 2012 | 174000 | 80 | Turning noise when making all the way to left or right. Front Passenger side turning light failed. Two mechanics worked on it, took more than an hour to replace. |
| Subaru Impreza in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 72000 | 170 | 2005 Impreza 4EAT with the dreaded drivetrain binding on low speed turns. In this case the problem was resolved with a complete transmission flush and the addition of Ford Friction Modifier. To date, no binding; transmission seems reborn. |
| Sep | 2012 | 78000 | 2100 | Head gaskets, timing belt, water pump. Shop detected head gaskets starting to fail through test, not detectable otherwise. |
| Apr | 2013 | 84000 | 200 | Stopgap measures taken to stabilize an exhaust system needing replacement. |
| Subaru Impreza in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 47500 | 30 | Passenger fog light. |
| Dec | 2009 | 55000 | 0 | Strong smell of raw fuel inside car. Needed to tighten fuel lines clamps on front of engine. |
| Mar | 2013 | 91000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 124000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 126000 | 800 | Cracked inner boots on front axles. Replaced axles and did a 4 wheel alignment. |
| Jan | 2011 | 136000 | 18 | Corrosion on wheel caused tire to lose pressure. |
| Nov | 2011 | 157000 | 900 | Replaced water pump and timing belt, and tensioner |
| Oct | 2012 | 174000 | 2800 | Replaced head gaskets Replaced plugs and ignition wires Replaced clutch. Engine was out for gaskets. clutch was very worn. |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Vermont, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 111000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 113300 | 600 | Replaced timing belt, and at the same time replaced water pump (although no issues with water pump at the time -- just easier to do it then) |
| Feb | 2013 | 147700 | 40 | 2 side light bulbs replaced in headlight assemblies. |
| Mar | 2013 | 149000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 144000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 146500 | 292 | Replaced valve cover and spark plug gaskets to remedy misfires due to oil on plugs. Also replaced plugs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 156000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 42780 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 48360 | 100 | Diagnosis for over-heating on highway was leaking left bank head gasket. Diagnosis for CEL was sticking EGR valve. Parts ordered. |
| Dec | 2008 | 48980 | 0 | Replaced left bank head gasket and EGR valve. Still waiting on new knock sensor to fix continuing CEL. |
| Feb | 2009 | 50220 | 0 | Replaced knock sensor. Still received CEL after a few days, so had all connections checked. So far, so good. |
| Dec | 2010 | 60760 | 300 | Car overheated on highway. Stuck thermostat replaced. Fan setting #2 not working. Replaced fan blower resistor to correct. |
| Jun | 2011 | 63860 | 100 | Radiator cap failed, replaced to repair. |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 17980 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 25420 | 0 | radiator cap failed |
| Dec | 2010 | 50840 | 1650 | Replaced head gasket to fix intermittent overheating problem. Problem may still exist though, but not to previous extent. |
| Mar | 2013 | 67580 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Wagon
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 97000 | 1400 | Went in for a recall item and noisy air conditioner, was told the head gasket was leaking. Replaced timing belt, water pump Tightened belt for air conditioner, completed recall (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM) |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 109500 | 30 | replace headlight bulb |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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