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Poor engineering, cannot trust vehicle for trips
Joe, 02/22/2017
2017 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
I am reluctant to trust this vehicle for long distance trips at 55,000 miles on the odometer. Here is why.
Car was plagued with bearing and brake problems, three computer and head unit recalls, and issues regarding poor quality rubber components. Ongoing issues exist regarding tire and wheel noise that may be continued bearing or brake issues. Overall, Subaru did not roll out a … well engineered vehicle, and appears to have cut corners on bearing quality and plastic/rubber quality.
I think Subaru's attempt at utilizing environmentally friendly plastics, plastic brake caliper cylinders, and probable outsourcing bearings overseas resulted in a poor overall product. I am afraid this may show up in other areas--e.g. engine longevity, rear bearings, possible failure of engine and transmission rubber/plastic seals, possible failure of wiring insulation, possible weakness in hose quality, etc.
-Alignment was needed off the lot. Aligned under warranty.
-The backup screen froze at 120 miles and Subaru implemented a full recall on the basic head unit.
-Oil pan bolt was overtightened to the oil pan from factory. Made of soft metal, and is too short. Replaced under warranty.
-Right and left front wheel bearings failed within 30,000 miles and were replaced under warranty.
-Left front CV axle boot failed at 25,000 miles due to failed clamp. CV shaft was replaced under warranty.
-All rubber brake lines were recalled and replaced under warranty due to poor quality rubber.
-Rear brakes squeaked at 30,000, so replaced with superior aftermarket ceramic pads at my expense.
-Rear rotors rusted on edges badly, making excessive noise by 50,000 miles, so replaced both with superior aftermarket rotors at my expense.
-Both front calipers failed at 51,000 miles, ruining both rotors. Replaced at my expense with redesigned OEM calipers. Replaced rotors with superior aftermarket rotors at my expense. Subaru and dealership mishandled this badly. Redesigned caliper availability was very poor. No recall was issued. Car was parked for over three months due to unavailable diagnosis and unavailable parts.
-4 coils replaced under recall. ECU reprogrammed.
Other issues:
-No place to put change for tolls.
-Lack of a CD player when CDs are still in use.
-Visibility out the back is not very good. Camera helps.
-Power steering understeers yet is very sensitive, leading to wandering if a jittery driver.
- If you change your own oil, it is a very low car, and the drain plug is easy to ruin.
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