2019 Subaru Impreza electrical system problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2019 Subaru Impreza — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, the vehicle rolled to a stop and stalled in hot and cold temperatures. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was jump-started by Roadside Assistance. The contact purchased a…”
filed Jul 1, 2026
“When attempting to start the vehicle, randomly, the key loses programming. This is the 2nd time where the keys lose programming and vehicle has to be towed at owners' expense and wait as long as 5 days for dealership to reprogram.”
filed Jun 8, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is…Campaign 21V264000 · Apr 15, 2021
- Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is…Campaign 19V743000 · Oct 18, 2019
Related service bulletins
This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
09-123-24R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 28, 2026This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the orignal bulletin.)
16-156-25R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 2, 2026
Electrical System problems in other Impreza years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Impreza | 3 | 10% |
| 2020 Impreza | 4 | 5% |
| 2018 Impreza | 12 | 8% |
| 2017 Impreza | 21 | 17% |
| 2016 Impreza | 14 | 19% |
| 2015 Impreza | 20 | 26% |
| 2014 Impreza | 17 | 16% |
| 2013 Impreza | 33 | 13% |
| 2012 Impreza | 30 | 12% |
| 2011 Impreza | 9 | 16% |
| 2010 Impreza | 4 | 9% |
| 2009 Impreza | 8 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 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.