Do Subaru Imprezas have transmission problems?
When we looked at the brand’s most popular models – the Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, Legacy and Impreza – Subaru’s CVT transmission scored very well. Across the models and throughout the past decade, none of those models received a score of less than a 4 out of 5 for its transmission predicted reliability.
How can I make my automatic transmission shift smoother?
There are 6 ways to improve automatic transmission performance and reliability. These are servicing the transmission, changing driving habits, driving with lower gears when loaded, maintaining engine performance, having proper alignment of tires, and having the correct tire size.
Why is first gear so hard?
It’s hard to shift into first and reverse because the clutch is not working properly. Hard, and sometimes impossible shifting into first and reverse is caused by the clutch disc not moving away from the spinning flywheel. This is commonly referred to as the “clutch is not releasing”.
Are there any transmission problems with the Impreza?
New transmission problems for the Impreza aren’t chronic, but in particular the 2012 model year would be considered the worst of the production run. Drivers at model-year complained of numerous problems with shifting between gears not working normally and issues trying to accelerate.
When was the worst year for Subaru transmission problems?
The 2012 Impreza was probably the worst year for transmission issues with drivers complaining of problems shifting properly and random acceleration. Even though this was the worst year for the Impreza, that doesn’t necessarily mean it was a chronic issue by any means and not a regular problem for most Impreza drivers.
What causes hard shifting on a Subaru Outback?
Engine load, vehicle speed, temperature, excellerater pedal response, all of these will effect the transmissions shifting charastics. If you drive gas on, gas off, brake on, brake off…this transmission is not for you.
What do you need to know about a Subaru transmission?
It’s supposed to be that smooth transition all the way up without having to worry about a shift from one gear to another.