Is the Subaru WRX Reliable?
2002–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Subaru WRX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 10 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 24 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 11 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 10 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 1 | 27 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 28 | 5 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 29 | 4 | — | 85 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the WRX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The WRX scores 21 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Subaru WRX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 143 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Subaru WRX reliable?+
The Subaru WRX scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 2 recall campaigns and 143 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year WRX is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 WRX achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a WRX last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Subaru WRX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used WRX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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