2004 Subaru Impreza fuel system, gasoline problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 2004 Subaru Impreza — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2004 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an unknown code for the throttle body. The vehicle was not…”
filed Mar 20, 2023
“At temperatures of 20 degrees f or below, there is a strong fuel smell when the car is running. Tightening up the fuel hoses/clamps works for a day or two however the smell always comes back. The smell will go away after 30 minutes to 60 minutes of warming up or driving. *tr”
filed Feb 12, 2014
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other Impreza years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Impreza | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 Impreza | 1 | 0% |
| 2012 Impreza | 5 | 2% |
| 2009 Impreza | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 Impreza | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 Impreza | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 Impreza | 3 | 5% |
| 2005 Impreza | 8 | 11% |
| 2003 Impreza | 13 | 21% |
| 2002 Impreza | 88 | 30% |
| 2000 Impreza | 2 | 5% |
| 1999 Impreza | 1 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Subaru Impreza
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.