MYRModel Year Report

2013 Subaru BRZ

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2013 Subaru BRZ
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:01:02.964Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Subaru BRZ Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2013: 63 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2022: 10 complaints 2022 2024: 2 complaints 2024
2013: 63 complaints
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YearComplaints
201363
20146
20153
20163
20177
20181
20191
20202
202210
20242

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 75%

75% of complaints: engine — 47 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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BLOWN SHORT BLOCK / CRACKED CYLINDER HEAD, BROKEN CONNECTING ROD, $7000+ ESTIMATES FOR ENGINE REBUILD. MY BRZ STALLED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210927

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU BRZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V772000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190111

VISIBILITY/WIPER 5%

5% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

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THIS 2013 SUBARU BRZ WITH THE STANDARD RADIO AND ONLY RADIO OFFERED IS THIS AM/FM/HD/SAT/IPOD/IPHONE/TEXT/CD/NAV TOUCHSCREEN ONLY ACCESS TO CONTROLS RADIO.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120713

STRUCTURE 3%

3% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20120619 — equipment

SUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 BRZ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 25, 2011, THROUGH MAY 25, 2012. THE OWNER’S MANUAL CONTAINS AN INACCURATE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF T

Remedy: SUBARU WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND WILL MAIL CORRECTED OWNER’S MANUALS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 19, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.

Campaign 12V254000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20181226 — engine and engine cooling

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles.

Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018.

Campaign 18V772000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Subaru BRZ — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (47 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 12V254000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V772000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Subaru BRZ reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru BRZ?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru BRZ have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.