Subaru BRZ Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Subaru BRZ? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Subaru BRZ — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2024 | 0 | 2 | 0 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2022Worst | 1 | 10 | 0 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
Most Common BRZ Problems
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Subaru BRZ Reliability
What year BRZ has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Subaru BRZ had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 10 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2022 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Subaru BRZ reliable?
The Subaru BRZ has accumulated 12 owner-filed complaints and 1 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used BRZ.
What are the most common BRZ problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Subaru BRZ across recent model years are: ENGINE (5 reports), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (3 reports), ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2 reports), WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES (1 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my BRZ has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Subaru BRZ using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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