2007 Subaru Impreza Consumer Discussions

Subaru Crew Problems & Solutions

Re: Engine ping in 2008 Impreza 2.5i AT (non turbo) [saedave]

Written by: rondo320 on Jun 13, 2009 03:06 PM

I have a 2007 OBW with the same problem. It has a 2.5 manual transmission and at high loads in 4th and 5th it sounds like the engine has something loose internally. I also own a 2004 2.5 impreza outback sport with a loose manifold and that sound is completely different. When I took it to the dealer, since its still under warranty, they told me they couldn't find anything ... Read More...

Subaru Impreza Engine Issues

Re: Engine Trouble [claudettec]

Written by: merogul on Mar 25, 2009 11:50 PM

I think that I used the spare key a couple times and it did not help. I will try again. This is an interesting suggestion though. The dealer in Turkey is accusing the dirty gas. However, other cars in my town using the same gas are working just fine. If the winters are not severe in your town you might be okay. I have to get up at 12:00 or 1:00 am and go to the street, start ... Read More...

Re: Engine Trouble [claudettec]

Written by: merogul on Mar 24, 2009 11:22 PM

I have 2007 Subaru Impreza too. I have similar problem too. Dealer cannot fix it. They just change the spark plugs and install a new program. Nothing helps. I have sued the Subaru company in Turkey. I hope I will get rid of this car. It is giving me a lot of headache. I cannot sell this car since I believe that this car has an important manufacturing fault. I do not know ... Read More...

2007 subaru impreza engine problem update

Written by: merogul on Dec 25, 2008 01:23 AM

I would like to give an update about the engine problem. After my previous post, the engine did not start at all when it was cold. While turning on the key to start position, I had to step on gas pedal several times to get it started. I took my car to the Subaru service. The mechanic told me that the butterfly valve in the engine got dirty and could not close itself. The ... Read More...

subaru impreza engine problem

Written by: merogul on Oct 25, 2008 09:47 AM

Hi, I have a 2007 subaru impreza 1.5 engine, automatic (1000 miles on it) . It is a great car when it works. If the weather is too warm (above 77 degree Fahrenheit) or cold (below -2.2 degree Fahrenheit), I cannot start the engine. The engine makes very weak sound than usual. The engine light does not behave strangely. (A subaru mechanic said that if something was ... Read More...

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX

Re: Very Close [ateixeira]

Written by: aaykay on Jul 08, 2008 08:18 PM

I think the 2008 Imprezas (unlike the 2000 lbs rating of the prior generation) are not rated to tow ? If so, then would there be any issues with fitting a hitch onto them ? I don't think Subaru sells one for the 2008 models and I would wonder why ? They did sell one in the past for the 2007 and prior year models. Read More...

Re: MT or AT [spagball]

Written by: aaykay on Jun 16, 2008 03:46 PM

I'm surprised with the poor sales on the AT WRX. I am not surprised at all. Subaru deliberately crippled the AT version, with a 4-speed AT, when even $13K Honda Fits have been appearing for several years with a 5-speed AT. On top of that, from the 2008 model year, they quietly removed the VTD Differentials (Center differential with planetary gears that split power ... Read More...

Subaru Impreza Brake Questions

Re: abs+vdc lights [impreza2008]

Written by: problemimpreza on May 29, 2008 10:29 AM

I really appreciate being able to read about your experience with your Impreza. Although my brake switch was replaced at the end of February and so far I haven't encountered further problems, I'm certainly taking it on a day-by-day basis. It is a great car when it's working. Thank you for taking the time and effort to keep everyone up to date. If the 2008 Impreza ... Read More...

VDC, ABS, Hill holder warning lights

Written by: problemimpreza on Feb 26, 2008 08:22 AM

On Nov. 30, 2007, I took possession of my brand new 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2.5i sedan (premium package, 5M) and starting at about 400 km, the warning lights appeared and the VDC, ABS, and hill holder functions were disengaged. Restarting the car cleared the warning lights until the next time it happened. When I initially took the car in, there were no diagnostic ... Read More...

Subaru Impreza Lease Questions

Re: August 2007 lease - 2.5 Impreza wagon 2007 [thedork]

Written by: rallyfan on Aug 12, 2007 07:23 PM

KEARNY MESA SUBARU IN SAN DIEGO HAS A GREAT LEASE 139 A MONTH 2250 DOWN 2K BACK Read More...