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1993 Subaru Impreza problems

The most common problem on the 1993 Subaru Impreza is windows, wipers and visibility. It has fewer complaints than a typical Impreza model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
33
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
17
Worst area
Visibility
Fuel economy
22-24mpg

The worst 1993 Subaru Impreza problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Visibility
    13
  • Airbags
    11
  • Fuel system
    5
  • Transmission
    3
  • Body
    2
  • Brakes
    2
  • Electrical
    2
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Tires
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Subaru Impreza

No deployment 5

Recalls 1

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and capReported April 27, 1993 · 3,351 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The fuel filler system does not comply with the leakage requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity".
Risk
Leaking fuel can result in a fire if exposed to a sourceof ignition.
Remedy
A modified replacement fuel vent pipe will be installed on the fuel filler system to reduce leaking.

Recall number 93V072000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1993 Subaru Impreza

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Subaru Impreza 17

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 17 bulletins for the 1993 Subaru Impreza

1993 Subaru Impreza fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.8L 4‑cylFWD21-2227-2923-24
1.8L 4‑cyl4WD20-2126-2722-23

What 1993 Subaru Impreza owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 6, 2010 · Fuel system · 226,826 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 subaru impreza which was purchased used in 2005. He stated that the filler pipe was leaking large quantities of fuel.there was a related recall campaign id number 93v072000 indicating the manufacturer would assume liability. The failure and current mileages were under 226,826. The system indicated that the VIN # provided is an invalid number.

Filed Jan 3, 2008 · Tires · PA · crash

1993 subaru impreza experienced a tire blow out causing the consumer to run off the road and hit the median wall twice. *kb ohio traffic crash report# 10-90-0831.

Filed Nov 28, 2004 · Airbags · 124,555 miles · MI · crash · 2 injuries

We just purchased a 1993 subaru impreza 4 door sedan. Yesterday, november 27, 2004 while we were stopped at a traffic light, we were hit by another vehicle which was traveling about 30 MPH. With my foot on the brake, our subaru was propelled 5-15 feet. The air bag never deployed. My wife an I required emergency medical attention. I just noticed that the federal safety agency issued a recall on defective subaru airbags in 1994, but there isn't even an option to search for a subaru problems in 1993.

Filed Oct 18, 2003 · Fuel system · 158,850 miles · OH

Fuel, throttle, air control valve. While car is running, it has sudden repeated accelerations, which could cause serious accident.

Filed Nov 4, 2002 · Fuel system · MA

Four fuel pumps have been installed in the vehicle since purchase of 2000. The vehicle would stall out with no warning putting the occupants at risk under any circumstances. The owner has found a the federal safety agency recall campaign 93v072000 fuel tank assembly pipe filler neck on the internet. Please describe details. Mr

Filed Nov 3, 2002 · Fuel system · MA

Fuel pump was replaced 4 times from the year 2000-2002.

Filed Aug 9, 2002 · Body, Fuel system · NY

Regarding the gas gauge: gauge does not read accurately. Shows as below empty when there is still over 3 gallons of fuel left. Goes up and down for no reason. I personally know 3 other 93 impreza owners who have the same problem. Re: the power locks/childproof switch. I cannot open the back right door from the inside because I cannot disengage the childproof switch. No matter what position the switch is in the door still does not open from the inside. This also happened to my 1987 subaru gl which I no longer have.

Filed Jan 16, 2001 · Airbags · MD

Driver's side airbag deployed when vehicle went up on curve, and when coming down bottom of curve. Tow hook came down on curve, and airbag deployed. Consumer stated that airbag should not have deployed. Theres a recall on 1997 vehicle for same problem, but not for 1996 vehicle.

Filed Jun 7, 2000 · Airbags · CO · crash · 1 injury

Consumer's vehicle was entering the intersection when another vehicle hit it on passenger's side in rear. Vehicle spun around & stopped. Driver's side air bag did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled by insurance company. Driver treated at emergency room for injuries.

Filed May 22, 2000 · Electrical, Visibility · NY

A malfunction occurred within the electrical system, causing the windows to become inoperable. Front and rear windows remained in the upright positions.

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Questions about the 1993 Subaru Impreza

Is the 1993 Subaru Impreza reliable?

Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 1993 Subaru Impreza, fewer than a typical Impreza model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 Subaru Impreza?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 13 complaints. Next is airbags (11).

How many recalls does the 1993 Subaru Impreza have?

1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.

What year does the Subaru Impreza have the most visibility problems?

The Subaru Impreza model years with the most visibility complaints are 2019 (60 complaints), 2020 (56 complaints) and 2018 (40 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1993 Subaru Impreza get?

Official estimates for the 1993 Subaru Impreza range from 22 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.8L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-22 city and 27-29 highway.

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