Subaru Impreza Wrx owners have reported 4 problems related to engine exhaust system (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Raw fuel odor from engine compartment just after starting car. Odor goes away after car has warmed up. Occurs in cold weather, usually when temperature is less than 20 degrees. Has been consistently occurring since January 2003. Dealer tightened some clamps on 2003, but problem still occurs now that weather is cold again. Raw fuel odor is very strong when car sits out in weather below 0 degrees fahrenheit.
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Gasoline and exhaust smell in cabin during cold weather; has occured since vehicle was new; Subaru dealer claims they can't smell it.
Strong raw fuel odor inside and outside of vehicle in extreme cold weather (-10f and below). Smell is present when vehicle is idling, goes away when on the move. Engine hot or cold makes no difference. Once external temperature increases, problem goes away. Mentioned to dealer who was unable to replicate -it wasn't very cold outside.
Exhaust system overheats, causing carpeting inside passenger's compartment to get very hot after the vehicle has been driven over a long period of time. Also, due to vehicle overheating metal has turned into a cherry color. Consumer has contacted dealer; dealer stated that it was caused by aggressive driving. Please provide any further details.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems | |
| Engine problems | |
| Car Stall problems | |
| Engine Exhaust System problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problems | |
| Engine Knocking Noise problems |