2021 Subaru Impreza maintenance schedule

The 2021 Impreza is part of the GK/GT generation (2017-2023), sold as a sedan and hatchback. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2021 Impreza needs, and when

All 5 of these items come from Subaru's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Subaru's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

Service	Interval	Source
Engine oil and filter	6,000 mi / 6 months	Manufacturer
Brake fluid	30,000 mi / 30 months	Manufacturer
Engine coolant	137,500 mi / 11 years	Manufacturer
Transmission fluid	Inspect, replace as needed	Manufacturer
Spark plugs	60,000 mi / 5 years	Manufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Powertrains in this generation

4-cyl, CVT, AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for the 2021 Subaru Impreza

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Subaru dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Suspension

NHTSA 21V675000

August 2021

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Impreza vehicles. The left-front lower control arm weld may fail, allowing the control arm to separate from the crossmember.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI-21.

Power train

NHTSA 21V024000

January 2021

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.

Other Impreza model years

GU (2024-2026)

2024 2025 2026

GK/GT (2017-2023)

2017 2018 2019 202020212022 2023

GJ/GP (2014-2016)

2014 2015 2016

Shopping new? The Subaru Impreza guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

techinfo.subaru.com (Manufacturer)

Researched 2026-09-21. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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