2002 Subaru Impreza engine problems

Filed May 22, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 90,000 miles · OH

I was denied the fuel line recall due to I live in ohio and ohio is not on the list of "cold states." I am forced to breath gasoline fumes and my engine smokes burning off those gasoline fumes. Just waiting for the car to blow up. Thank you, subaru

Filed Feb 11, 2017 · Engine · 100,000 miles · MO

Fuel lines above the engine on both sides leak fuel while the engine is running. The leak occurs when the gas pedal is depressed if the temp is lower than 32 degrees. At the point where the rubber fuel line meets the metal fuel lines you can see gas spray across the engine block and will pool up. Tightening the clamps does not help. This has happened every winter since 2007.

Filed Jan 30, 2017 · Body, Engine · 75,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 subaru impreza. When the contact started the vehicle, there was a burning oil odor. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the rear of the vehicle began to emit a loud vibrating noise. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the exhaust from the convector rear muffler, gasket bolt, and dry belt needed to be replaced. In addition, the front subframe was rotted and the head gaskets were fractured, which caused an oil leak. All the parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed May 5, 2010 · Body, Engine · 139,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 subaru impreza. The contact stated that water penetrated the radiator causing it to fail. The front subframe, front driver lower control arm, bushings, and ball joint were all corroded due to the water damage. The control arm broke in multiple pieces and resulted in loss of vehicle control. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic recommended that all of the parts be replaced. The contact called the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were approximately 139,000. Updated 12/01/10. *lj the consumer stated the water/puddle shorted out the engine fans which caused the vehicle to overheat and was not the cause of the rotted subframe. Updated 12/08/10

Filed Dec 16, 2009 · Engine · 100,000 miles · MD

Strong fuel smell in cold weather.

Filed Dec 11, 2009 · Engine, Fuel system · 63,000 miles · WI

I recently bought an 02 subaru and it seems that every time I cold start the car when it gets below freezing outside there is a horrid gas smell in the cabin of the car. On further investigation it is visible that there is a pool of gas accumulating on the motor from underneath the intake manifold. I have just noticed this and called the dealer and they said they had never heard of this. Looking online it seems to be a regular issue and there is no recall or information on how dangerous it is to have raw fuel on a hot engine. I am at a loss and a little concerned for my safety.

Filed Oct 14, 2008 · Engine · 20,000 miles · CA

Head gaskets on both sides of engine leaking oil and coolant at 20000 miles and 2.5 yrs old. Oil and coolant leak transfers on tires and exhaust. This can cause fire and loss of control. Subaru only acknowledges problem on other VIN on impreza (my vehicle 2002 impreza outback wagon) and forester. Even though forester uses the identical engine as impreza.

Filed Oct 13, 2008 · Engine · 81,543 miles · CA

My 2002 subaru impreza outback sport was also diagnosed in 4/08 with a leaking head gasket @ 81k by the dealer when I took it for a brake service. I bought the car new and gas mileage has been only ok. It has never overheated, ever, which is why I took it to an independent mechanic rather than spend the $3k the dealer wanted. An external leak was noted and I'm keeping an eye on it. I've heard rumors of problems with leaking head gaskets on this vehicle. Why not covered or monitored?

Filed Oct 9, 2008 · Engine · 71,429 miles · CT

Just learned that my 2002 impreza sport has a leaking head gasket when the car only has 72,000 on it. The car has never gotten over 23 miles per gallon, even when it is highway driven. The car has had very very little mileage on it since it was purchased three years ago with 55,000 on it. No mention of any problems during its 60,000 mile maintenance. This came out of the blue.

Filed Mar 3, 2008 · Engine · 43,420 miles · CA

2002 subaru impreza with a leaking head gasket. Consumer states that the dealer said they would pay for half of the cost of the repairs. Consumer was then informed that both head gaskets were leaking. *kb the cylinders were leaking coolant.