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On Nov. 30, 2007, I took possession of my brand new 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2.5i sedan (premium package, 5M) and starting at about 400 km, the warning lights appeared and the VDC, ABS, and hill holder functions were disengaged. Restarting the car cleared the warning lights until the next time it happened. When I initially took the car in, there were no diagnostic codes that could be pulled, so the service dept. couldn't do anything. I was told to bring the car in when the warning lights were on. After two weeks of driving with this annoying problem (each time the warning lights come on, I pull out of traffic and restart the car), the lights finally came on while the dealership was open. They pulled some codes from the car because I didn't turn the car off. The first fix was to change out a control unit of some sort - I think it was the VDC control module. That fix resulted in the warning lights coming on more frequently, making the car virtually undriveable. After only 2 1/2 months, my car is in the dealership for the third time (and it's been there now for the past 2 weeks) and they will be changing out the brake switch. I'm hoping this will do the trick, but I won't get a call back from the dealership until tomorrow (all things going well, and so far they haven't). Even then I won't know if the problem is fixed until I drive my car for an extended period of time without the warning lights coming on. This is my first Subaru and it's looking as if it will be my last. The only reason I purchased this particular car was for its safety and reliability ratings. How frustrating that it's the safety systems that have proven to be highly unreliable. I could've spent much less money on any number of cars that don't work. I was told by the dealership here in Winnipeg that there are two Impreza's in Winnipeg with this problem. I believe there will be more Imprezas reporting this problem as sales increase and as people put miles on them. I would very much appreciate knowing if the brake switch replacement worked. -wt
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Replying to: problemimpreza (Feb 26, 2008 8:22 am) Sol Briks
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Replying to: impreza2008 (Feb 26, 2008 9:21 pm) When my car is working, it is fantastic to drive. Given my experience, I don't have the confidence that when I turn it on it will work. I'm hoping that I just got off to a rocky start with this car and the flashing ignition light is the last repair. I'll know in a year from now whether or not I'd purchase another Subaru. At this point, the fun factor has not exceeded the time, inconvenience and aggravation of the repairs. Thanks again for responding with your message. I'll post again in a month if the brake switch did the trick. I'll post again sooner if it didn't! wt
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I'm pleased to say that the replacement brake switch seems to have fixed my problem with the VDC, ABS, and hill holder warning lights coming on. The service department at the dealership found that the original brake switch was in fact broken. I've been driving my Impreza for almost a month now without the warning lights coming on. It's been great (and I'm knocking on wood as I type this). The Impreza is certainly a terrific car to drive, especially during less-than-ideal winter driving conditions. I'm hoping that future trips to the service department are few and far between and involve only routine maintenance. wt |
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Replying to: problemimpreza (Feb 28, 2008 8:28 am) Was it the brake switch light or the VDC control module that fixed the problem? I am bringing the car in for service on 04/12/08 should I tell the service department about the solution mentioned in your post. Thank you PM |
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Please do mention it.. in my case I told them it may be the VDC module.. they told me its a defective break switch.. and it did the job... Now I am dealing with thin and fragile paint.. hope the fix is simple.. somehow I think I got a lemon. Have an appointment with the dealer tomorrow.. stay tuned.. I have a dark gray color.. 2008 Impreza sedan.. bought in November. Sol
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Replying to: impreza2008 (Apr 09, 2008 12:22 pm) If anyone has a repeat failure please write in. I also have difficuty shifting out of Park now.. I think its related to the brake switch failure. Sol Briks 203-767-0770
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Replying to: impreza2008 (Apr 30, 2008 5:14 pm) Would it be possible for you to keep us informed about the issue? Peggy Manner
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Replying to: mom3peggy (Apr 30, 2008 7:24 pm) -mike
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Replying to: paisan (May 01, 2008 6:31 am) Also, they spray painted the black peeled paint on the muffler.. which they damaged when they applied the paint harder.. see my other problem... All in all the issues are being handled and I am happy with my 2008 Impreza. Sol Briks PS...Does anyone have an opinion about the 2009 Forester?
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