Two problems related to front seat recliner have been reported for the 2003 Subaru Impreza Wrx. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While at a full stop, I was struck from behind (the other vehicle was traveling ( 20mph?) in my 2003 Subaru wrx wagon- resulting in the collapse of the driver's seat back and in damage to the seat recliner mechanism and the 'seat frame' (the body shop's term).
Follow-up on previous complaint number: 04v342000. Driver was restrained by a seat belt. Medical complaints: 2 cervical vertabrae fractures, patella (knee) fracture and pnuemothorax.