Parts for your 2007 Subaru Impreza-Tail lights

2007 Subaru Impreza tail-lights — what they do and how to look after them

Tail-lights are absolutely relevant and factory-fitted on all 2007 Subaru Impreza variants. This is supported by the Subaru Owner’s Manual and Service Manual for the 2007 Impreza (lighting/Chassis Electrical sections), as well as regulatory requirements: Australian Design Rules ADR 13/00 (installation of lighting) and ADR 49/00 (rear position and stop lamps), plus New Zealand’s Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Lighting 2004. Those technical sources make it clear the car must have operational rear position (tail) lamps and stop lamps.

On a 2007 Impreza, the tail-light assemblies house the red rear position lamps, bright stop lamps, indicators, reverse lamps, and reflectors. They keep the car visible after dark, signal braking, and help others see where the Subaru is headed. If a bulb is out or a lens is cloudy, visibility drops and the car may fail a WOF/roadworthy.

Most 2007 Imprezas use incandescent wedge bulbs for the tail/stop functions. Keep an eye out for cracks, faded reflectors, or moisture inside the lens. A quick check once a month—tail, brake, indicator, and reverse—takes seconds and can save a fine. Replace bulbs in pairs so brightness stays even left-to-right, and stick with quality bulbs that meet ADR/UNECE specs. If considering LED retrofits, choose ADR-compliant options designed for the housing and confirm they’re legal in your state or NZ jurisdiction.

• Replacement basics:
  1. Park safely, ignition off, open the boot.
  2. Pop off the boot-side trim to expose the tail-light fasteners.
  3. Undo the two 10 mm nuts, support the lamp and slide it straight back to release the locating clip.
  4. Twist the bulb holders anticlockwise and pull out.
  5. Fit the correct bulb type per the owner’s manual, avoiding contact with the glass.
  6. Reassemble, tighten evenly (don’t overtighten), and test all functions.

If there’s persistent condensation or water pooling, the housing seal or vent is likely compromised. Remove the assembly, dry it thoroughly, renew the foam gasket if fitted, and ensure the mating surfaces are clean. For cracked lenses or sun-faded reflectors, a complete lamp assembly replacement is the tidy fix.

Dim lamps or fast-flashing indicators usually point to a poor earth, wrong bulb type, or a blown fuse. Check the relevant fuses in the cabin fuse box, clean the earth points, and verify bulb specifications against the Subaru manual before chasing deeper electrical faults.

Popular questions about 2007 Subaru Impreza tail-lights

What bulb types does the 2007 Subaru Impreza tail-light use?
Most models use a dual‑filament wedge bulb for the stop/tail and single‑filament wedges for indicator and reverse. Exact specs can vary by trim and market, so it’s best to confirm in the 2007 Impreza Owner’s Manual or parts catalogue, and match to ADR/NZ requirements for amber indicators.

Are LED tail-light bulbs legal in Australia or New Zealand?
They can be, provided they’re ADR compliant (and meet the NZ Vehicle Lighting Rule) and are suitable for the original reflector housing. Many generic retrofit LEDs aren’t approved for filament-type housings. Check local regulations and ensure beam pattern and brightness remain correct.

Why is there condensation in my tail-light?
Light fogging after rain can be normal as the lamp breathes. Persistent moisture or water droplets usually mean a failed seal or cracked lens. Remove the lamp, dry it, renew seals or gaskets, and refit carefully. If the reflector has dulled or the lens is damaged, replace the whole assembly.