2017 Subaru Impreza: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Feb 16, 2026 · Electrical, Lights · MI

I noticed that visibility at night was poor. I was pulled over by the police and give a warning that my headlight was out and told to get it fixed. I thought it may be as simple as a bulb but was told the entire left headlamp assembly had to be replaced at a cost of more than $2,000. Just days later my Dealership send me a service notice which also stated that the left headlamp should be inspected. This was after I had already had it replaced at a local garage. The dealership confirmed that their was a recall but when I tried to get reimbursed by Subaru thru the safety recall WRG-22/the federal safety agency 22V624000 they said my vin# was excluded from the recall!(?)

Filed Mar 28, 2025 · Lights · 69,534 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the "Check Headlight Assembly" message was displayed, and the front passenger’s side headlight occasionally turned off or on, while attempting to start the vehicle and while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the front passenger’s side headlight assembly was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V624000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING); as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,534.

Filed Aug 2, 2024 · Electrical, Lights · TN · fire

Parked at a store. Car caught on fire while in store. Car had been parked approximately 10 minutes. Left side headlight spontaneously ignited.

Filed Apr 5, 2024 · Lights · 60,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced the failure causing the low beam reflector to inadequately reflect light. The failure mileage was 60,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 2, 2024 · Lights · OH

Brunswick Subaru refuses to do headlight recall. I was told there is no fix yet over 6 months ago. I called again 2 weeks ago and told the same thing. I called Subaru directly and was told there is a fix and that they would contact me in two days. They still have not gotten me information on how to resolve recall 22v624000

Filed Apr 6, 2023 · Lights · CT

The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the headlights failed to provide adequate illumination while driving at night. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the driver’s side headlight recently became inoperable. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 2V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 3, 2023 · Lights · FL

No remedy for Subaru Impreza recall WRG22. THE HEADLIGHT RECALL WAS ISSUED IN AUGUST OF 2022 AND SUBARA DOES NOT HAVE THE PART(S). EMAIL FROM SUBARU OF AMERICA ON 3/3/2023 Dear XXXX XXXXXX: Thank you for contacting Subaru. Please continue to work with your Subaru Retailer about the WRG22 recall and part number. We do not have the approximate date when the parts will be available. That information is provided from the manufacturer and then transmitted to our Subaru Retailers. We do not have the number of parts for the headlights that is required for the vehicles affected by the recall. Your Subaru Retailer will be able to provide you with more information about where you stand to receive the part as they begin to arrive at the Subaru Retailers. Subaru of America understands that this and any other recall is extremely important to handle in a timely manner. Parts will ship to retailers once they are available. Sincerely, Rasheeda Subaru of America, Inc. Customer Advocacy Department 1-800-SUBARU3 (1‑800‑782‑2783) Ext.119109

Filed Jan 30, 2023 · Lights · NY

There is an open recall on the Halogen headlights on my car. Notice was mailed to me in Oct 2022. Why is this not resolved? I need to sell my car but I cannot due to the open recall. It’s been 4 months !!!!

Filed Jan 20, 2023 · Lights · 30,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that the headlights were dim and failed to produce adequate lighting. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jan 15, 2023 · WA

The left front and right front halogen headlamp assemblies, containing the side reflex reflector and low beam reflector, may not fully meet requirements set forth in FMVSS No. 108 – Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. At certain viewing angles, the left front and right front side reflex reflectors may not properly provide reflected light, which may lower the vehicle visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the left front halogen low beam reflector may not properly illuminate the roadway for the driver and/or may cause glare for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Filed Jan 7, 2023 · Lights · PA

In September 2021, the driver side headlight failed, creating a hazard driving at night. In January 2023, the passenger side headlight failed, creating the same hazard. The dealer reviewed both issues and confirmed the ENTIRE headlight assembly has failed in both cases, requiring a full replacement of the assembly (not just a single headlight bulb). There were no warning signals - the car warning system did let us know in each case the headlights failed.