2020 SUBARU WRX
1 recalls, 23 complaints - 307 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
22V522000 Jul 21, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence
Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
Complaint Statistics
23 total complaints
3 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
STEERING
Oct 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed with the power steering and stabili-trak messages displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used excessive force to steer the vehicle due to the ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the ... Read more
STEERING
Oct 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
I was driving to drop my fiancé off at work when the "Steering fault, Service now" warning came on. Went home, parked the car. Start it up to go pick him up later, the wheel locked and "Steering loss, stop safely" warning came on. I just recently had my car inspected and had two new lower ball join... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 29, 2025
Incident date: Jul 10, 2025
Steering and/or front suspension developed into what is called a death wobble at 70mph. The steering wheel had so much hard wobble that it became almost uncontrollable to hold onto it, and keep the vehicle moving straight which put the vehicle onto the shoulder and into a shallow ditch. Has the pr... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced electronic malfunctions with unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the dipstick was not properly in plac... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Feb 6, 2024
Blower motor and resistor, wire lume melting. So many people have the same issue on several different models. Same part, same issues that could cause a fire. Well know issue by Dealership and auto repair facilities.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 23, 2024
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while decelerating, the transmission seized in third gear. The contact stated that later while attempting to accelerate from a stop light, the vehicle failed to immediately accelerate forward. The contact stated that while driving at highway spe... Read more
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Aug 9, 2024
Incident date: Jul 30, 2024
Prinx HiCITY HH2 175/65R15 84H Bought this tire in November 2022. About 15000 miles into it, on Aug 6, 2024, the passenger front tire just busted. After swapping with the spare tire, and upon inspection, there was no nail nor it hit the curb, but the side wall is busted. This is a manufacturing ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 24, 2023
Incident date: Feb 24, 2023
I purchased this 2017 Lincoln MKZ 2.0L used on 11/26/22 with 72,400 miles. 2/4/23 I started having a misfire on cylinder 2. Past experience with another Ecoboost vehicle I thought was most likely a failing coil pack. I purchased an OEM coil pack and replaced coil pack 2. The car ran fine for sev... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 22, 2022
Incident date: May 23, 2022
Battery drainage occurring often. I have been left stranded at night time in unsafe areas. The car was taken to the dealer twice and both times the battery has been “recharge”. I”ve had the car for less than 3 years. No symptoms occur before this happens. This seems to happen when the car has... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 22, 2022
Incident date: May 17, 2022
Have had this car since late 2019 around November and it is now 2022 and I'm at 25k miles in my battery is already failing I have had it tested and the cold cranking amps are why below where they should be causing the car not be able to start at time . I've had other car batteries that lasted long ... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 30, 2022
Incident date: Jan 30, 2022
The vehicle seems to randomly die and bog out then all of the lights appear on the dash, I myself had to pay out of pocket for a new battery because autonation subaru arapahoe in colorado decided not to check it like I had asked and after getting my car back the issue was still there which is why I ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2022
Incident date: Jan 30, 2022
The vehicle seems to randomly die and bog out then all of the lights appear on the dash, I myself had to pay out of pocket for a new battery because autonation subaru arapahoe in colorado decided not to check it like I had asked and after getting my car back the issue was still there which is why I ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2022
Incident date: Jan 30, 2022
The vehicle seems to randomly die and bog out then all of the lights appear on the dash, I myself had to pay out of pocket for a new battery because autonation subaru arapahoe in colorado decided not to check it like I had asked and after getting my car back the issue was still there which is why I ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 12, 2022
Incident date: Jan 12, 2022
Got in the car to drive to work and the front windshield just cracked on its own with nothing hitting it.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 17, 2021
Incident date: May 17, 2021
I have owned the car for ~15 months and driven it for 2500 miles. The battery has failed four times. Each time Subaru has replaced the battery under warranty and told me that nothing is wrong and that the car simply needs to be driven more. I now see that this is a systemic problem for Subarus (e... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 16, 2021
Incident date: Feb 16, 2021
UPON APPLYING PARKING BRAKE TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT POSSIBLE, WHICH IS BEYOND 11 CLICKS AS STATED AS REQUIRED BY SUBARU, AND THE VEHICLE IS ON AN INCLINE GREATER THAN 8 DEGREES, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT REMAIN IN PLACE. I AM ALSO CONCERNED THAT IF THE BRAKE IS REQUIRED IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, IT WILL ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jan 16, 2021
Incident date: Jan 16, 2021
SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT, A LOUD POP OCCURS AND WHEN I LOOK BACK, THERE IS A HOLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE REAR WINDSHIELD. IT IS APPROXIMATELY 2 INCHES TALL AND AT LEAST 18 INCHES WIDE. IT WAS LIKELY AN IMPLOSION. NO OBJECTS WERE FOUND NEAR, ON, OR IN THE CAR. THE WINDSHIELD CRUMBLED AFTER THAT, AS EACH ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Oct 26, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
WINDSHIELD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. CAR WAS STATIONARY.
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 30, 2020
Incident date: Apr 5, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 SUBARU WRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HE SON WAS DRIVING AT 40 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP, RUNNING A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WAS T-BONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IMPACT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT A LIGHT POST, T... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Apr 30, 2020
Incident date: Apr 5, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 SUBARU WRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HE SON WAS DRIVING AT 40 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP, RUNNING A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WAS T-BONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IMPACT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT A LIGHT POST, T... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 30, 2020
Incident date: Apr 5, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 SUBARU WRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HE SON WAS DRIVING AT 40 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP, RUNNING A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WAS T-BONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IMPACT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT A LIGHT POST, T... Read more
Crash
1 injured
WHEELS
Dec 30, 2019
Incident date: Feb 13, 2019
I HAVE RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2020 SUBARU WRX LIMITED. I HAVE LEARNED BY INSPECTION THAT THE STANDARD OEM TIRE ON THIS VEHICLE IS A DUNLOP SPORT MAX RT. THIS IS A HIGH PERFORMANCE SUMMER TIRE. THIS CLASS OF TIRE IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO BE USED IN VERY COLD WEATHER AND ESPECIALLY ON ICE AND SNOW. I HAVE ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 SUBARU WRX
2020 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.1% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2020 SUBARU WRX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (All-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S8) (All-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (All-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,050 |
CO2 Emissions: 382.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 SUBARU WRX
307 manufacturer communications from 95 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 101 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 93 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 21 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 14 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 9 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 8 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
15-256-19R
Mar 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Mar 27, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Mar 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-318-24R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription.
15-318-24R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription.
15-242-19R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
15-219-18R
Mar 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
15-318-24
Feb 23, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the availability of a Data Communication Module (DCM) bypass box. This has been designed as an alternative replacement part for vehicles without active STARLINK subscriptions. The bypass box will support audio functi
15-318-24
Feb 23, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the availability of a Data Communication Module (DCM) bypass box. This has been designed as an alternative replacement part for vehicles without active STARLINK subscriptions. The bypass box will support audio functi
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
Jan 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Dec 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Dec 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
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
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
09-110-23R
Nov 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Oct 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
15-236-18R
Oct 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
18-231-23
Sep 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSightA? system after body repair procedures have been performed.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
Aug 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
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
15-304-22R
Jul 31, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.
15-304-22R
Jul 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.
15-304-22R
Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.
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.
02-131-12R
Jun 29, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
16-136-22R
Jun 13, 2023
103920 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT
This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Jun 6, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-300-22R
Jun 5, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINKA? Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-255-19R
May 15, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
May 11, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-282-21R
May 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engine Start (RES) feature.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-256-19R
May 2, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
15-266-20R
Apr 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
15-266-20R
Apr 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
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.
15-219-18R
Feb 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
15-219-18R
Feb 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
15-242-19R
Feb 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
15-242-19R
Feb 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systema??s remote access features.
16-131-20R
Feb 28, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to follow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs as listed.
16-131-20R
Feb 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to follow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs as listed.
15-236-18R
Feb 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Feb 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
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
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
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
15-236-18R
Nov 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-236-18R
Nov 17, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
15-282-21R
Nov 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
15-282-21R
Nov 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
07-207-22R
Oct 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
5-88-21R
Oct 3, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
09-74-21R
Sep 27, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components.
SubaruNet Announ
Aug 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Announcement to Subaru Retailers regarding the preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding battery drain in certain Subaru vehicles.
SubaruNet Announ
Aug 26, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
WRE-22 Backup lamp switch failure safety recall
SubaruNet Announ
Aug 26, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
WRE-22 Backup lamp switch failure safety recall
09-74-21R
Aug 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUBARU WRX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA03024
Opened: Nov 19, 2003 , Closed: Jul 12, 2005
EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES
DURING THE EA, ODI AND VRTC PERFORMED THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:1.CONDUCTED A MAIL SURVEY OF 246 SUBJECT VEHICLE OWNERS TODETERMINE THE ROADWAY SURFACE THAT CAUSED OWNERS' CONCERN;2.INTERVIEWED COMPLAINING OWNERS;3.CONDUCTED FIELD INSPECTIONS OF SEVEN (7) COMPLAINT VEHICLES;4.INSTRUMENTED TESTING AT ... Read more
PE03029
Opened: Jul 8, 2003 , Closed: Nov 19, 2003
BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS
SUBARU'S SUPPLEMENTAL RESPONSE OF SEPTEMBER 29, 2003, IDENTIFIED THAT THE 2002, 2003 SUBARU WRX MODELS AREEQUIPPED WITH THE BOSCH 5.3 ABS SYSTEM, AND IDENTIFIED THAT OTHER MODEL SUBARU VEHICLES ARE ALSO EQUIPPED WITH THE BOSCH 5.3 ABS SYSTEM, BUT HAVE DIFFERENT CALIBRATIONS THAN THE WRX MODEL VEHICL... Read more
SUBARU WRX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU WRX across all model years (2002, 2023).
109
Total Recalls
1,232
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
78
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
SUBARU WRX - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 36 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 21 | View |
| 2020 (current) | 1 | 23 | |
| 2019 | 2 | 44 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 63 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 73 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 40 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 73 | View |
| 2014 | 10 | 9 | View |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 | View |
| 2012 | 12 | 4 | View |
| 2011 | 11 | 5 | View |
| 2010 | 12 | 3 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 72 | View |
| 2008 | 7 | 119 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 14 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 24 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 46 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 65 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 461 | View |