2016 SUBARU WRX STI
0 recalls, 3 complaints - 234 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 22, 2019
Incident date: Feb 16, 2019
DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK IN KEY FOB PRESS. WILL BEEP CONTINIOUSLY, ONE DOOR WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT OPEN. ONLY AFFECTS MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR.
ENGINE
Sep 6, 2018
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU WRX STI. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD OVERHEAT, BUT NO SMOKE WAS PRESENT. THE ODOMETER GAUGE NEEDLE MOVED TO THE HOT INDICATOR. THE CONTACT WOULD TURN OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SPURR SUBARU (6... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 15, 2018
Incident date: Jun 4, 2018
OUT OF NOWHERE, THE INFORMATION SCREEN IN THE CENTER OF THE DASH DISPLAYED "HEADLIGHTS DISABLED" THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFFI FLICKED THE SWITCH ON AND OFF AND IT CAME BACK ON AND THEN ONLY ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON AND THE OTHER WAS OFF AND WOULDN'T COME BACK ON. ONE HOUR LATER TURNED THE CAR BAC... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 SUBARU WRX STI
234 manufacturer communications from 93 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 58 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 40 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 13 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 12 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 8 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 8 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 8 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jan 4, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jan 4, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
07-207-22R
Nov 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Nov 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
07-207-22R
Jul 31, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
12-249-23R
Jul 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
07-207-22R
Feb 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Feb 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Jan 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Nov 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Nov 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
01-167-08R
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Subaru Tech Tips
Aug 12, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
SubaruNet Announ
Jul 25, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jul 25, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
12-203-16R
May 18, 2022
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
18-220-22
Apr 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
15-192-22R
Mar 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
05-79-20R
Sep 29, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
12-203-16R
Aug 4, 2021
220000 SEATS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Aug 4, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
15-208-17R
Jul 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-208-17R
Jul 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
18-212-21
Jul 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
15-177-14R
Jun 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer concerns which may arise when operating the new-generation a??Gen 2a?? and a??Gen 2.1a?? F10 Navigation and Display Audio systems.
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
15-208-17R
Jun 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-208-17R
May 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-208-17R
May 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
18-210-21
May 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
05-84-21
Feb 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
11-201-21
Feb 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.
11-201-21
Feb 4, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.
14-22-16R
Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
12-222-17R
Feb 1, 2021
220000 SEATS
This bulletin announces availability of a redesigned stay (reinforcement) to address isolated customer concerns of a creaking-type sound from the r/rear seat cushion / backrest hinge area.
12-203-16R
Jan 12, 2021
220000 SEATS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Jan 12, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
05-79-20
Dec 15, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-305-20
Dec 7, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood air intake duct.
12-305-20
Dec 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood air intake duct.
4-26-20
Dec 3, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin describes a design change to the replacement hydraulic-type steering gearbox assembly.
4-26-20
Dec 3, 2020
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
This bulletin describes a design change to the replacement hydraulic-type steering gearbox assembly.
15-208-17R
Nov 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C
10-19-20
Oct 29, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
12-301-20
Oct 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.
12-301-20
Oct 20, 2020
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.
18-201-20
Oct 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a desription of current changes to service manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-200-20
Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
14-22-16R
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
06-76-20
May 26, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service Information bulletin provides precautions to follow when servicing the Brembo brake calipers utilized on the models listed. Because of their aluminum construction, it is critcal to take extra care when servicing.
12-203-16R
May 8, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
May 8, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
15-208-17R
May 4, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.
15-208-17R
May 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.
01-181-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
17-17-13R
Jan 17, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
17-17-13R
Jan 17, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
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SUBARU WRX STI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU WRX STI across all model years (2008, 2014).
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Total Recalls
27
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths