1996 Subaru Impreza vs 1998 Subaru Impreza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 24 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Impreza | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 7 |
| Power Train | 0 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 1 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 3 |
1996 Subaru Impreza
1998 Subaru Impreza
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.