The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate without warning. The contact then stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon the depression of the accelerator pedal with the traction control symbol flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. An attempt to jumpstart the vehicle also failed to start the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where it was initially diagnosed with defective spark plugs and contaminated fuel. The contact was later informed that the failure was caused by a defective fuel pump that needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 68,500.
2017 Subaru Impreza: engine stalls while driving
5 of the 125 complaints about the 2017 Subaru Impreza describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 2
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Loss of power, hesitation, bucking ( jerky) with hints of stalling between 2000 and 3000 RPM in 2nd grear at appropriate speed and momentum . This is a 2017 manual Impreza sport sedan .
There are two separate issues with this vehicle which has not been resolved through dealers help and no recalls have been issued yet for these problems. First: the engine stalls around 16 to 11 MPH. The acceleration slows down rapidly after 16-15mph then it ramps up at 13mph and then slows down around 11 MPH speeds. This issue has been persistent since the ownership of the vehicle. The federal safety agency needs to look into this problem since it can be a potential safety risk and can cause accidents. Second: the battery on this vehicle was dead suddenly over night without any visible clues. No map or dome lights were kept on. The vehicle was switched off properly and next morning the battery was dead. Somewhere in the vehicle (the suspect is infotainment system) the battery is draining. This has happened twice and had to change the batteries. These issues are huge safety hazards that needs to be address immediately.
I was about to make a left turn at the light when car suddenly stalled. Brought it to liberty subaru dealership the next day and tech release it as safe to drive after they claimed to fix the main relay. A minute after I left the dealership car stalled again near the train tracks. The 2017 subaru impreza is hazardous, unsafe, and life threatening. This time liberty subaru said they have to rewire the engine. I am not comfortable driving this car with my children. It is not safe for me, my family, and other drivers.
My car stalled 3x yesterday, 1/21/2017 while driving. I was at a traffic light about to make a left turn when the car suddenly stalled
Service bulletins that may apply
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- This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE...
- This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
- This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC...
- This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM...
- In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited...
- "This bulletin announces the availability of new oxygen sensors developed to address the following...
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.
Recall number 19V744000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
- What is wrong
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017 Impreza vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUS-04.
Recall number 19V745000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2017 Subaru Impreza stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2017 Subaru Impreza?
5 of 125 owner complaints about the 2017 Subaru Impreza (4%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2012.
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There are 2 recalls and 80 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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