Power Train Related Problems of the 2008 Subaru Impreza Sti

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2008 Subaru Impreza Sti. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch pedal/linkage (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Subaru Impreza Sti


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2008 Subaru Impreza Sti

The Clutch Pedal/linkage problem

What is the issue? basically the firewall is so thin that it flexes terribly every time the clutch or brake pedal is pressed. The big problem is the way the clutch/brake assembly is secured to the thin firewall. It only has 6 small spot welds that rip off the firewall after time.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Main rod bearing failed while driving due to Subaru redesigning their bearings and not using copper. Car has 30,000 miles on engine. Between all the piston failures and bearing failures Subaru should own up and take care of its loyal customers as I don't know if I will ever buy one again.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

Check engine light went off, flashing cruise control, and flashing differential selection [s] code. Brought the car to the shop and had it checked out. The error code is p1410 which translates to something wrong with the secondary air injection system.   Read details...



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