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NHTSA crash test of the 2022 Subaru Impreza

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Subaru Impreza

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
12Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE SUBARU IMPREZA

The Subaru Impreza is a compact sedan built for buyers who want all-wheel-drive capability in an accessible, everyday package. Competing against mainstream compact sedans, the Impreza targets practical-minded drivers, younger households, and anyone navigating variable weather conditions. It sits at the entry point of Subaru's lineup, carrying the brand's signature symmetrical AWD as standard equipment across all trims.

VERDICT

The 2022 Subaru Impreza earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Impreza as a sensible, no-drama compact that earns points for its standard all-wheel-drive system and composed everyday character. They typically acknowledge it as a practical rather than exciting choice, noting that its cabin and feature set are competitive without being class-leading. Safety credentials tend to draw consistent praise in professional assessments.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16676

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech6/10
Defect record17/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD22V712000

Risk: An insufficiently bonded windshield can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Subaru will offer owners a vehicle exchange or repurchase, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 21, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-22.

Reported 2022-09-22

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
2reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 3Visibility/Wiper 3Steering 2Unknown Or Other 2Service Brakes 1Engine 1

Other Impreza years

Rivals in Sedan (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 16676), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Subaru Impreza 2022. Class rank 24 of 90 in Sedan 2022. Methodology · Disclosure