Parts for your 2022 Subaru Impreza-Tail lights

2022 Subaru Impreza tail-lights: purpose, care and replacement

Technical sources confirm tail-lights are standard equipment on the 2022 Subaru Impreza. The 2022 Subaru Impreza Owner’s Manual (rear combination light section), Subaru’s electronic parts catalogue for MY22 Impreza, and road-legal requirements such as Australia’s ADR 13/00 (installation of lighting) and New Zealand’s Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Lighting 2004 all specify rear position lamps/tail-lights for this model. So tail-lights are fitted, relevant, and essential.

On the 2022 Impreza, the tail-lights live within the rear combination lamp assemblies and make the car visible from behind at night and in poor weather. They complement the stop lamps and indicators, signalling clearly to following traffic. Beyond safety, they’re also a compliance item for rego and Warrant of Fitness checks across Australia and New Zealand.

Servicing is straightforward. Many trims use replaceable bulbs in the rear combination housing, while others use integrated LED assemblies. Either way, a regular walk-around at dusk helps. Check both tail-lights glow evenly with the park/headlights on, confirm the brake lights brighten when the pedal’s pressed, and make sure indicators and reverse lights work too. If illumination looks dim, red lens is cracked, or there’s moisture pooling inside, it’s time for attention.

For bulb-equipped versions, access is usually via the boot trim panel: open the service cover, twist the bulb holder anticlockwise, swap in the correct spec bulb, avoid touching the glass with bare fingers, and reseat the rubber grommet to keep water out. Test before closing everything up. For LED-equipped trims, the tail function is part of a sealed unit, if it fails, the assembly is typically replaced as a whole. Choose ADR/NZ-compliant parts to stay legal and maintain brightness and colour performance.

If multiple rear lights are out, check the relevant fuse and earth connections before assuming the lamp is at fault. Using the correct wattage and quality components prevents BCM fault detection and odd behaviours. Replacing bulbs in pairs keeps brightness even side to side.

• Clean lenses with mild car wash soap, avoid harsh solvents that haze plastics.
• Inspect for condensation, light mist that clears is normal, but droplets or pooling suggest a failed seal.
• Check operation every six months or before road trips to stay ahead of WOF/rego issues.

A small bit of care goes a long way—bright, compliant tail-lights keep the 2022 Impreza safe, visible, and road-legal.

Popular questions about 2022 Subaru Impreza tail-lights

What bulb type does the 2022 Impreza use for its tail-lights?
It varies by trim. Some 2022 Imprezas use replaceable bulbs in the rear combination lamp, while higher trims may have LED units integrated into the assembly. The best approach is to check the Owner’s Manual or confirm by VIN with a Subaru parts counter to get the exact specification for the vehicle.

Is a bit of moisture inside the tail-light a problem?
A light fog that clears as the lamp warms is generally acceptable. Visible droplets, streaking, or standing water point to a leaking seal or cracked lens. In that case, inspect the housing and gaskets, reseal or replace the assembly to protect the electrics and maintain brightness.

Can aftermarket smoked tail-lights be fitted legally in Australia or New Zealand?
They can only be used if they comply with the applicable standards (e.g., ADR lighting requirements in Australia and the NZ Vehicle Lighting Rule). They must display correct markings, emit the proper red colour and brightness, and not reduce visibility. Non-compliant units may fail rego/WOF and attract fines.