2011 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 | |
| 2011 | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | 51 Impreza / WRX / Outback Sports, 10.3 months of data per Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport, average 15900 miles 30 |
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2011 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX STI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 1240 | 0 | Speaker was rattling severely in the door. Key fob broken, replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16120 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 18000 | 0 | power loss during hard acceloration |
| Jun | 2012 | 22000 | 0 | Still having power loss under hard acceleration. Reflashing the computer fixes it for a month or so. |
| Nov | 2012 | 31000 | 0 | latch to armrest console replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 17500 | 0 | turn signal was flickering..replaced bulb |
| Sep | 2012 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Subaru WRX STI 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX STI in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 4800 | 0 | The driver's side front wheel well panel became separated for the body at the seam connection. A 3 inch gap between the panels, and would have eventually contacted tire or flown off completely. |
| Apr | 2011 | 5580 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | I had a rapid flasher when turn signal engauged. Per message board there is a TSB for 'tight wires' on some models. Turned out to just be a bulb. |
| Sep | 2011 | 3000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX STI in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | Took car in for Turbo Boost Problem and running rough - No trouble found, couldn't duplicate Took car in for Turbo Boost Problem and running rough - No trouble found, couldn't duplicate | |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | After 3 trips to one dealer and a Subaru Engineer telling me there was nothing wrong with my car I finally took it in and another engineer said I had a cracked ring land and Subaru would not fix it under warranty! | |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | Subaru claimed car was modified which caused cracked ring land and after 3rd party and another Subaru dealer verified it was not modified Subaru still refused warranty work - Either rebuild the engine myself or sell the car! | |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | Engine rebuild out of my pocket ($8000) because Subaru has a design flaw in the piston that causes the ring lands to crack. This will happen even if you have not modified your STI so beware. Engine shop said this was VERY common in STI's. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 12000 | 0 | While it was in for an oil change I scheduled the dealer to fix a rattle in the door panel and back deck lid. The door rattle had a TSB and they claimed no TSB for the Deck lid but did fix the problem. |
| Nov | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | Bad clutch fork and pivot ball |
| Sep | 2012 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 12000 | 0 | ABS light, hill assist light and traction control light came on during driving. After vehcile was turned off, the lights did not return. Dealer cleared computer and problem has not reoccurred. Trim squeaks at dashboard, a-pillar, moonroof controls and passenger side radio speaker. |
| Mar | 2012 | 12000 | 0 | Trim squeaks when sold. |
| Subaru WRX in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 8000 | 0 | Had both front doors insulated to cease the rattling. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Blinkers don't work properly. Service manager confirmed it's a known issue that the wiring harness is cut too short causing a break in connection intermittently. Bad ground in the alternator causing a feedback loop in the interior speaker system. Noise is deafening and can only be cured by turning the car off. Dealership refuses to treat unless I can replicate in their presence. |
| Sep | 2011 | 19000 | 0 | |
| Subaru WRX in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 1700 | 0 | Rattle in Boost Guage from Factory. Also has rattle in rear window deck platic at low RPM. Dealership tried to secure tie downs but has not helped. Also had a PCM flash done as it was a recall on the car. Rattle is getting annoying. |
| Nov | 2010 | 2300 | 0 | Replaced the rear plastic underneath the back window to get rid of the rattle at low RPM's. Part replaced due to pitting and discoloration of original piece. The Clutch Pedal clicks when depressed almost every shift. Subaru dealership states they have a technical request in to determine cause and remedy. Front Speakers are buzzing when volume is moderately turned up on bass notes. Back are fine but front are buzzing. |
| Dec | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Replaced Clutch Master Cylinder. Noise is now gone Replaced both front speakers due to buzzing from speakers. Stereo system has no bass and little treble as well. All Mid in the speakers and the rear dont work very much at all. Dealer has request into Subaru Tech for an answer. This is what is killing my front speakers. Head unit may be bad. Trans very difficult to downshift into second and first gears when cold. VERY DIFFICULT is me pushing and sometimes have to try multiple times to get the car to engage first. going to leave with subaru so they can try themselves when cold |
| Jan | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | Took car back to dealer to see if they have a fix. three weeks later nothing. They dont know why and have no idea on when they are going to figure out whats wrong. Really depressing that both our Subaru Radios are going or are gone. :-( New Radio came in and was replaced. Still the same issue of no MID or BASS in the radio and then in the CD player it's all bass in only the front speakers which are starting to buzz again. Told now that this is how the radios are, Crappy |
| May | 2011 | 7700 | 0 | took to dearler because light in the Factory Boost gauge stopped working. Cant replace as it is an issue Subaru is trying to figure out with all cars. Told to return next month. |
| Jun | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Took to dealer about radio again and boost gauge for replacement. Boost gauge is still not available from Subaru. Light is still burnt out inside gauge. Radio still has no bass and little mid when on radio. Front speakers are going again. |
| Sep | 2011 | 12000 | 0 | They finally replaced the bulb in the Boost gauge that has been out for months. The whole gauge had a recall but now it's working so fingers crossed it doesnt burn out again. |
| Dec | 2011 | 14000 | 0 | light bulb for factory boost gauge burnt out again and had to be replaced again. |
| Jan | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Seat heater in Drivers seat died. Back still works but seat died. |
| Feb | 2012 | 16500 | 0 | Dealership finally ordered and received the parts to replace the seat heater for the drivers seat that had failed. |
| Mar | 2012 | 18000 | 0 | Speaker mounts in front doors buzz. Speakers themselves are terrible but not causing the buzz. Loose mounting tabs was the problem I was given. |
| Mar | 2013 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Subaru WRX 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru WRX in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 9000 | 0 | Highly annoying rattles in both A-pillars when going over certain hard bumps. Repair was successful at first, but rattles returned somewhat. Will need to take back in. |
| Dec | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | A-pillar on the passenger side started rattling again loudly when going over larger bumps. Dealer added more insulation and the problem went away...for now. Also asked to fix rattle in dash, but they were not able to. |
| Jan | 2013 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 7700 | 0 | Center console latch replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | Back seat rattled when driven over bumps and on turns, mostly at slower speeds. Dealer "located problem" tightened seat and added padding to seat latches. Problem was minimized but not totally fixed. |
| Sep | 2012 | 17000 | 0 | Had rattling in various areas of the dash and a loose/squeaky left footwell pad (by the pedals). Dealer fixed one dash rattle but not others. They ordered the wrong replacement foot pad so I have to go back again when received. |
| Jan | 2013 | 20000 | 0 | Dealer drained battery on accident, losing all codes. Check engine light turned off as result and couldn't find issue again. picked up car without repair. Car has run fine since. |
| Feb | 2013 | 21000 | 0 | Took car in days after software reflash. Check engine light was on, car vibrated upon ignition. Took it in to deal. Mechanics left dome light on causing dead battery. Codes were lost. Couldn't find problem after battery died. Lost all codes. |
| Mar | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 47000 | 0 | Timing belt tensioner replaced, as well as timing belt and tensioner pulley. |
| Subaru WRX in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 12000 | 0 | Clamp holding hose to cool turbo fell off causing the car to buck. Common problem according to better half. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 16000 | 0 | Doors vibrate excessively with stereo. |
| Jun | 2012 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 12160 | 0 | Front speaker/door panel rattle when volume turned up. |
| Mar | 2012 | 14260 | 0 | Rattle in front speaker and A-frame pillar repaired. |
| Mar | 2013 | 22320 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 1240 | 0 | Wireless bluetooth did not work. |
| Subaru WRX in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Front turn signal not working. Replaced bulb and it worked for a week. Problem was in the connector. To fix it replaced entire headlight assembly. |
| Jun | 2011 | 17000 | 0 | The bluetooth in-car set up was non-functional after a couple months of use. The mechanic dictated that the only way to fix was to replace the entire head unit of the stereo. Now it works fine. |
| Oct | 2011 | 24000 | 0 | cylinder #1 overheated and went out of round. replaced engine. Turbo had leak in cool side. Replaced turbo. |
| Nov | 2011 | 26000 | 0 | Stopped in to the dealership twice before about the brakes... Now they're just squealing and it's getting into a metal on metal sound now. Have to wait until Monday again >.> 1 new rotor was replaced. Remaining 3 were resurfaced. New front and rear brake pads. |
| Jan | 2013 | 53700 | 0 | 1st and 2nd gear syncros were worn/damaged and made it difficult to shift in and out of gear. Although it took them forever to repair it, it was covered under drivetrain warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Driver's side wiper blade stopped engaging the wiper motor and just flopped around. |
| Mar | 2013 | 8000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Rattle in driver side A-pillar. Dealer was able to fix easily. |
| Jun | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Squeaky trunk cover springs were replaced at no cost to me. Subaru has apparently acknowledged this problem on WRX's and is replacing the part. This is a very minor problem but I was very happy that they fixed it as it was annoying! |
| Mar | 2013 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Front right turn signal harness failed under high tension. Factory assembly problem. Dealer repaired issue by replacing entire front right headlight set |
| Mar | 2013 | 23000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru WRX in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | I put my turn indicator on and the right blinker blinked much more quickly than normal. Passenger side lamp harness was under excessive tension. Dealer repositioned harness per service bulletin procedure. |
| Mar | 2013 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 22300 | 0 | Problem with front turn signal blinking rapidly but bulb not burned out. Wire apparently loose. |
| Mar | 2013 | 25000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | paint bubble on side molding |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 4340 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 4960 | 0 | The front wheel bearings were making a humming noise at high speeds and periodically became a constant loud rumble. Fixed under warranty. |
| Dec | 2012 | 9920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 4960 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 6200 | 0 | Update computer for gas ignition. |
| Dec | 2011 | 14260 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 9000 | 0 | Seat Heater on right side blows fuse when switched on for long. Fixed by tech |
| Sep | 2012 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 30000 | 0 | The direction indicator on the dimmable mirror/compass burned out and the entire assembly was replaced under warranty. |
| Apr | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | Rear struts were leaking and were replaced under warranty. |
2011 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 4dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | Repaired extensive clearcoat etching that has occurred from hitting bugs on the road. AC System Leaked out freon and ceased to work. Dealer recharged but couldn't find leak at this time. |
| Sep | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Evaporator found leaking and was replaced |
| Oct | 2012 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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