Subaru Impreza 2001
Model Impreza made in 2001 by Subaru got 12 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There was one recall concerning exterior lighting . The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.2, 2.5.
Model 2001
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 23/29/25 | 25,4605/37,4616/29,7492 | Regular | 810 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 2.2 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 23/29/25 | 25,0743/37,1555/29,3720 | Regular | 810 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 2.5 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 23/28/25 | 25,2000/36,2000/29,1917 | Regular | 810 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 2.5 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 21/28/23 | 23,1000/35,5000/27,4081 | Regular | 881 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 2.2 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 23/29/25 | 25,4605/37,4616/29,7492 | Regular | 810 | SMALL STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.2 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 23/29/25 | 25,0743/37,1555/29,3720 | Regular | 810 | SMALL STATION WAGONS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 09E012000 | SABERSPORT | E (Equipment) | 16270 | 05/11/2009 | OVSC | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 04/07/2009 | 04/07/2009 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 09E025000 | DOPE, INC. | E (Equipment) | 42540 | 07/28/2009 | OVSC | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 05/11/2009 | 05/11/2009 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| 08E050000 | K2 MOTOR CORPORATION | E (Equipment) | 1921 | 12/17/2008 | OVSC | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. | 08/11/2008 | 08/14/2008 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| WWF89 | 04/01/2002 | 631499 | Subject regarding engine control module reprogramming. *slc | 05/29/2002 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 99 | 02/01/2004 | 10006149 | Engine cooling system conditioner.*mr | 04/22/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 029605 | 09/09/2005 | 10016869 | 2.5l remanufactured sohc short block release. *tt | 10/13/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 02 | 02/01/2006 | 10019343 | Rubbing mark on timing belt. subaru. *tt | 03/09/2006 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| 127803 | 03/21/2003 | 10001351 | Floor mat hook repair. *tt | 04/30/2003 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| 186901 | 07/01/2001 | 623118 | Subject regarding service manual corrections. *jb | 10/26/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 166602 | 03/15/2003 | 10001352 | Transmission control unit (tcu) code 45 and all-wheel drive harsh engagement. *tt | 04/30/2003 | |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 035203 | 05/19/2003 | 10001726 | Clutch pedal sticking. *tt | 06/23/2003 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 170601 | 04/20/2005 | 170601R | 626926 | Information regarding seat belt latch slides to the lower seat belt anchor. *yh updated *eh | 12/20/2001 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| 063103 | 12/08/2004 | 063103R | 10002989 | Replacement of the electronic control unit (ecu) for anti-lock brake system (abs) repair. *tt update. *tt | 10/03/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 063304 | 02/15/2004 | 10006340 | Disc brake pad modification for uneven or premature worn brake pads. *tt | 04/28/2004 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| 035002 | 12/23/2002 | 10000642 | New procedure for replacing rear wheel bearings. *tt | 03/26/2003 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| SB-05-50-10R | 02/03/2011 | 10037968 | Ready | 06/08/2011 | |
| SB-05-50-10R | 02/03/2011 | 10037968 | Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance. *rm | 06/08/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 12/26/2006 | 121000 | 1 | 10/12/2006 |
| Tl* - the consumer blacked out and doesn't remember what happened. the consumer hit a guard rail post and then two trees. the vehicle was totaled. the steering wheel broke of from the steering column which caused the air bag failed not to deploy. updated 03/19/07. *jb | |||
| 12/15/2005 | 42000 | 1 | 12/09/2000 |
| I was in a head on collision when a woman fell asleep and hit me head on. my air bags did not deploy. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER | |||
| 08/15/2003 | 1 | ||
| For some reason, the factory anti-theft device has cut off the starter and it would not let me start the car. when i turn the key to start, the engine does not try to turn over at all. when i open the hood, i can hear a quiet high-pitch noise when key is turned to start, and that's all. all the accessories, such as stereo, radar detector, work fine when key is in on position. i have to hold down the override switch to start my car. furthermore, the remote entry/anti-theft device has been completely disabled. technician at the dealership said the brain of the alarm system, or the control module needs to be replaced because it's simply dead. *la | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/27/2003 | 1000 | 1 | 10/01/2000 |
| After reading about investigations into the subaru wrx abs problems, i now feel like the issue is broader than the nhtsa recall suggests. i did not know there was a site to file this type of complaint.*ak i drive a 2001 subaru impreza 2.5rs. the abs system seems to be incredibly sensitive to small bumps and undulations in the road. if the car hits a bump while the brake pedal is pressed, the abs system begins pumping the brake which causes, in my opinion, lengthened stopping distances and a feeling of lack of control over the car. this problem is easily duplicated. | |||
| 02/14/2001 | 300 | 20 | 12/23/2000 |
| Anti-lock braking system over reacts. had to avoid accidents many times when cruising to stop and hitting either a dip,small or large pothole,slight imperfection in road service will cause abs to engage (brake petal dops and abs starts) especially on downhill breaking. i will include 1 incident date because that is all you will allow me to do on the form. problem is repeatable and happens often (2-3 times a week) i know this is not just my car or a problem related to only my car it is already known, subaru knows of problem. yet does not offer a safe solution. i actually found this out the hard way 2 months after getting my new car the rs model.no injuries luckily. from what i hear from subaru clubs this happens with other model years as well. subaru of america has been very stubborn to correct this issue. *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 10/27/2003 | 1000 | 1 | 10/01/2000 |
| After reading about investigations into the subaru wrx abs problems, i now feel like the issue is broader than the nhtsa recall suggests. i did not know there was a site to file this type of complaint.*ak i drive a 2001 subaru impreza 2.5rs. the abs system seems to be incredibly sensitive to small bumps and undulations in the road. if the car hits a bump while the brake pedal is pressed, the abs system begins pumping the brake which causes, in my opinion, lengthened stopping distances and a feeling of lack of control over the car. this problem is easily duplicated. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 08/05/2001 | |||
| The brake rotors have surface imperfections which causes incomplete brake shoe contact to the rotor and concentric grooves in the rotor. there are numerous reports from wrx owners of the same problem, as well as reports of brake shoes wearing out before 5000 miles and grinding noises. subaru has been contacted and chooses to use the excuse it is only a problem of appearance when in fact the rotors, a vital piece of a major safety component of the vehicle is defective and potentially unsafe. we demand a recall and replacement of the defective rotors. subaru's flippant and ridiculous attitude is irresponsible. please force them to fix this obvious mechanical defect.*ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 12/26/2006 | 121000 | 1 | 10/12/2006 |
| Tl* - the consumer blacked out and doesn't remember what happened. the consumer hit a guard rail post and then two trees. the vehicle was totaled. the steering wheel broke of from the steering column which caused the air bag failed not to deploy. updated 03/19/07. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 05/20/2003 | 25000 | 10 | 01/08/2001 |
| The rear wheel bearing repeatidly failed. the part has been replaced ten times. the vehoicle was involved in an accident related to the fault bearing. *ak *cb *nlm | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 09/27/2001 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Tire failure. *ak | |||
| 03/08/2001 | 1 | 03/01/2001 | |
| First off the roads were wet from a previous rain and there was no standing water. i was turning a left hand corner from 3040 onto service road of i-35e south. while in the turn i hydro planed into the curb. i called for a wrecker and while loading the car i've found that 2 of the 4 tires were put on backwards. the right front tire and the left rear. there is a rotation arrow on them. i called b.f goodrich and they said that the tire being put on backwards could hinder the rain shedding of the tire. have pictures of the tires on backwards and a estimate of the damage.*ak (tiresize: 235/50zr16)( dot number: tire size: 235/50zr16 ) | |||
| TIRES - SIDEWALL | |||
| 04/22/2006 | 75000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 |
| Driving along the freeway at 60 mph, the left rear tire had a blowout. upon inspection it was the interior sidewall where the failure occurred. i noticed that in the specific location of the failure, the sidewall was extremely soft; unlike the rest of the sidewall. the tire was taken back to costco; but they refused to accept that it was a defective tire. the tire had 25,000 miles on it; driven conservatively. i do still have the failed tire, and two other tires just like it are still on the car. the tire is a bridgestone potenza 205/55r16 91w, ultra high performance. *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MO | FERRDALE | HODGES SUBARU | ||
| NJ | CHERRY HILL | 08002 | SUABRU | |
| NV | RENO | RENO SUBARU | ||
| NY | CATSKILL | 12414 | B&B GARAGE | 5189435582 |