Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2006 Subaru Impreza Wrx. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Clutch problems | |
| Power Train problems | |
| Transmission Failure problems |
While traveling down a major highway in fifth gear my car engine began to rev and the instrument panel was at 6,000rpms. I attempted to slow the car and make it to an exit ramp, but the clutch would not disengage. I pulled the car off the side of the highway and it stalled out. Read details...
Broken oil pickup tube, driving home from work the pickup tube broke causing the oil in the oilpan to not circulate through the system. This destroyed all internal bearings and likely fatigued many other engine internals. Read details...
At 3500 rpm shift from 2nd to 3rd gear at low level acceleration the 3rd gear teeth shattered and caused damage to the gearset. 3rd gear needed total replacement and metal debris floating in the casing until car could be stopped. Read details...