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2020-2024 · Compact Sedan/Hatchback
Subaru Impreza Lemon Law Attorney
Repeated problems with your Subaru Impreza? See whether California lemon law may provide a buyback or refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.
Tell us about your Impreza's repair history. We'll review whether a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement may be available.
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A quick eligibility check
Your Impreza may qualify if…
These are common indicators under California's Song-Beverly Act. An attorney reviews the full repair and warranty history before determining whether the firm can take a case.
You bought or leased the vehicle in California.
The problem arose while a manufacturer warranty covered the vehicle.
The dealer has had repeated repair opportunities, or the vehicle has spent significant time in the shop.
The defect continues and substantially affects the vehicle's use, value, or safety.
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Individual results vary and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a future outcome.
What happens next
Three straightforward steps
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Share your repair history
Tell us about the defect, dealer visits, warranty, and time your Impreza spent in the shop.
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An attorney reviews it
A licensed California attorney reviews the submitted information within 24 hours. The review is free and carries no obligation.
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We explain your options
If the firm accepts the case, our attorneys handle manufacturer communications and pursue the remedy supported by the facts.
Why Subaru Impreza Owners Choose Lion Lemon
Attorney-Led Review
Every case is reviewed by a licensed California attorney within 24 hours — not a call center.
$0 Cost to You
Under California Civil Code §1794(d), the manufacturer pays our attorney fees when we win — not you.
California Focus
We only practice California lemon law. Every attorney on our team works on Song-Beverly Act cases daily.
We Handle the Paperwork
We draft your demand letter, negotiate with Subaru, and handle the filing — you focus on driving.
Why a warranty isn't enough
Your warranty vs. the lemon law
A warranty is a promise to attempt repairs. The lemon law is what protects you when those repairs never stick.
The manufacturer's warranty
- The manufacturer decides which repairs to attempt.
- It only obligates them to keep trying — not to actually fix the problem.
- When the warranty ends, the manufacturer's repair obligation ends.
California's lemon law
- Kicks in when repeated repairs don't fix a substantial defect.
- Can require a refund, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
- Your legal claim can survive after the warranty ends — if the defect was reported while it was in force.
- When you win, the manufacturer pays your attorney fees — not you.
Explore Impreza defects, rights & FAQs
Common Subaru Impreza Problems
Your California Lemon Law Rights
Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Subaru Impreza has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to:
- Full refund of the purchase price
- Replacement vehicle of comparable value
- Cash compensation (cash-and-keep settlement)
- Attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer
Subaru Impreza Lemon Law FAQ
Is my Subaru Impreza eligible for Lemon Law in California if the CVT transmission makes a whining noise?
Yes, if the CVT whining noise indicates a defect that substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value, or safety. Under the Song-Beverly Act, a transmission bearing or chain defect that could lead to transmission failure constitutes a substantial impairment. Document each dealer visit and request that the technician note the abnormal noise on every repair order.
My Impreza was purchased out of state but I live in California. Can I still file under the Song-Beverly Act?
Yes. The Song-Beverly Act protects California residents regardless of where the vehicle was originally purchased. As long as you are a California resident and the vehicle is primarily used in California, the Act applies. The warranty obligations follow the consumer, not the point of sale, so Subaru must honor its warranty through any authorized California dealer.
How do I document my Subaru Impreza's defects for a California Lemon Law claim?
You should keep all repair orders, service invoices, and written communications with the dealership. Each repair order should describe the symptoms you reported and the work performed. Under the Song-Beverly Act, the repair order is the primary evidence of a repair attempt. Also maintain a personal log of every occurrence of the defect, including dates, mileage, and driving conditions.
Can Subaru deny my Lemon Law claim because the Impreza's ball joint issue is considered a wear item?
Premature failure of a ball joint during the warranty period is not normal wear and tear. Under the Song-Beverly Act, a component that fails well before its expected service life due to a manufacturing or design defect is covered by the warranty. Subaru cannot classify a safety-critical suspension component as a wear item when it fails at abnormally low mileage during the warranty period.
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