Visibility Problems of Subaru Impreza

Subaru Impreza owners have reported 283 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (203 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (44 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Subaru Impreza

The Wiper problem

I have now had 4 windshields crack and break and need to be replaced. It seems like every time one little rock hits the windshield boom another full replacement is needed. Every time I go for a road trip this keeps happening the must be a defect with the design or type of glass used for the Subaru   Read details...

The Windshield problem

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated upon entering the vehicle in the morning, she noticed that the windshield was cracked. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the windshield had cracked without impact.   Read details...

The Visibility problem

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v624000 (visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.   Read details...

The Exterior Rearview Mirror problem

Since new, the image/reflection of the driver side rear view mirror shakes and unsteady at speed. The passenger side rear view mirror is rock steady and stable with a clear image/reflection. This creates a safety issue because the image I see in the mirror is distorted. This is an ongoing issue.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

The contact owns a 2008 Subaru Impreza. Upon entering the vehicle, the contact noticed there was frost on the inside of the front windshield. The contact also stated a white film developed on the inside of the front windshield when using the heater.   Read details...




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