2012 Subaru Impreza engine problems

Filed Mar 8, 2023 · Engine · TX

The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where the gas cap was replaced; however, the warning light returned. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for a diagnostic test and the contact was informed that the timing belt cover, cam carrier, and O2 sensors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and agreed to cover a partial cost of the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 20, 2022 · Engine · 119,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started smoking from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed as an oil consumption and cam carriers failure. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where the diagnostic result was confirmed. The contact repaired the front timing seal gasket himself; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2022 · Engine · PA

Took 2012 Subaru Impreza to dealer on 2/07/22 for oil change and PA state inspections (60,130 mi). Maintenance and inspections performed without issues. Started car and noticed slight change in sound and vibration from engine that I attributed to cold winter day start up. A block from leaving dealership, the check engine, oil warning and vehicle dynamic control lights all illuminated at once. In the 2-3 minutes to turn around to go back to the dealership, the engine noise/vibration/roughness increased until the engine stalled with a sound like an air compressor shutting down. I brought the service rep out for him to try restarting the car but it barely turned/wouldn't start (despite new battery and having started fine previously that day). A service tech was brought out with an ODBII scanner and found timing skip error codes and pushed the car in to a service stall to diagnose. I was then told that I need a new engine. The engine was replaced at no cost using Subaru part # SOA402F500R1 Remanufactured Short Block and associated internal component parts and returned to me on 2/19/22.

Filed Dec 23, 2020 · Engine · 68,000 miles · NY

The check engine light, the traction light and oil warning light came up on the dashboard. Initially, the dealer recommended replacing the oil valve. I did but the the problem persist. Now the engine is hunting. The dealer informs me that engine is not pumping enough oil despite the fact that service has been done regularly at interval recommended by the subaru dealership. Now I am told that I need a new engine.

Filed Oct 29, 2020 · Engine · 71,639 miles · NV

Code p0021 popped up shortly after engine had rattling noise and shut down. Sound of cilynder and head rubbing as engine is running with very loud screeching

Filed Jul 22, 2020 · Engine, Suspension · 71,717 miles · NV

When we ge a oil change the oil level is very low. There are no oil leaks anywhere on the engine this is not what a engine should be doing.

Filed Apr 1, 2020 · Engine · 120,000 miles · NM

I have been experiencing a rattling noise accompanied by loss of power and a rough idle at low speeds. I thought it mught be the idler pulley--replaced that along with the serpentine belt and tensioner. Did not fix the problems. Yesterday it began to stall at idle and low speeds. Car will not start. Symptoms match those related to the wty 84r bulletin and the 18v772-7070 recall for broken valve springs but the dealership says my vehicle is not in the VIN range. The car is a 2012 impreza--the problem matches the problems for the 2012 impreza.

Filed Mar 10, 2020 · Engine · 125,000 miles · CO

Bought the car used 90k miles in 2017. It is now at 125,000 and the transmission has completely failed. The car is accelerating and reving even when decelerating. I took it to the mechanic and was told I need a total replacement. I drive less than 20 mi/wk with the occasional roadtrip. This car should have lasted for many years but, this problem is known given that subaru has offered extended warranties in regards to this transmission failure.

Filed Jan 29, 2020 · Engine · 151,050 miles · IN

At 150,000 miles I noticed that in the mornings on cold start up I will get a large cloud of bluish smoke that smells like it's burning, I understand that this is indicative of burning oil. I only knew till recently there was a campaign to fix this issue and that it is now closed but at 150,000 miles it seems like it may be pretty excessive.

Filed Nov 17, 2019 · Engine · 120,888 miles · TN

Driving on a city street when car suddenly stalled. Had to have car towed to the dealer and after opening the engine the final diagnose was that the valve spring failed