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2008 Subaru Impreza WRX

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

5 current

Combined

11.2L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,821

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2019191 · manufacturer campaign WUF-91

18 April 2019

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2009–2013 · Impreza WRX 2008–2014 · Legacy 2004–2014 · Outback 2004–2014 · and 1 more

What is wrong

A problem with certain replacement ignition switches may allow the key turn out of the “ON” position while driving. This could cause the engine to turn off suddenly. It could also cause the airbag system not to work properly in a crash. Note: This is a voluntary service campaign that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This problem only affects certain parts used for replacement of original parts.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. An airbag system that does not work properly in a crash could cause an increased risk of injuries.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary.

100 vehicles affected in CanadaCarService Campaign Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2019104 · manufacturer campaign WUE-90

1 March 2019

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2014–2016 · Impreza WRX 2008–2016 · XV Crosstrek 2013–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamp switch could fail. This would cause the brake lamps not to turn on when the brakes are applied. Depending on the model, this could cause an inability to shift from park or to start using the push-button ignition. This may also cause problems with the following: anti-lock brake system (ABS), vehicle dynamics control (VDC), and/or Eyesight system.

Why it matters

If the brake lights do not work, a following driver may not to recognize that a vehicle ahead is braking, increasing the risk of crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the brake lamp switch replaced.

135,814 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2017020 · manufacturer campaign TKC-17

11 January 2017

Transport Canada lists: Baja 2005–2006 · Impreza WRX 2006–2008 · Tribeca 2006–2008

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants, and the airbag assembly could be damaged, preventing proper function. These issues could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator. Note: Canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. The recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk, and is expected to replace airbag inflators before their function would be affected.

25,303 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2016492 · manufacturer campaign WTM-73

7 October 2016

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2009–2013 · Impreza WRX 2008–2014 · Legacy 2007–2009 · Outback 2007–2009

What is wrong

On certain turbocharged vehicles, the relay which controls the secondary air injection pump may have been manufactured incorrectly. As a result, the relay may allow the pump to operate continuously. If this condition were to occur, the pump may overheat and melt, causing burning smell or smoke and possibly resulting in a fire. This could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install a revised relay.

15,378 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2014586 · manufacturer campaign WQQ-52

22 December 2014

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2009–2013 · Impreza WRX 2008–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the center and rear brake lines may become perforated due to corrosion. This would cause a leak in the brake system potentially increasing stopping distances, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect vehicles and either apply an anti-corrosion coating to the 4-way joint connector and brake lines, or replace them as necessary. Note: This recall supersedes recall 2013092 and 2014223. Vehicles that were inspected and/or repaired under the previous recall will require re-inspection and/or repair.

33,000 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Compact
In its class
More efficient than 41% of 147 2008 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
258 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX get?
NRCan rates the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX at 11.2 L/100 km combined, emitting 258 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,821 in fuel, producing roughly 4,204 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.