Subaru WRX 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 WRX? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Subaru WRX — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | 0 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2024 | 0 | 12 | 0 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2023 | 1 | 6 | 0 | SUSPENSION | Full report → |
| 2022Worst | 1 | 22 | 0 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2021 | 1 | 12 | 0 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | Full report → |
Most Common WRX Problems
Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Subaru WRX Reliability
What year WRX has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Subaru WRX had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 22 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2022 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Subaru WRX reliable?
The Subaru WRX has accumulated 53 owner-filed complaints and 3 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 WRX.
What are the most common WRX problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Subaru WRX across recent model years are: ENGINE (15 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (9 reports), POWER TRAIN,ENGINE (3 reports), POWER TRAIN (3 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my WRX has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Subaru WRX 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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