2014 Subaru BRZ
Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
5 of 6 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving the car on the Highway & the car caught on fire from the engine bay area. I drover the car for about 5 miles before the fire. the car has no modification & everything in OEM/Stock condition.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-30
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Terrible rattling/knocking engine seems to struggle when coming to a stop and will unexpectedly stall/shut off on highway and street use
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-06
Driving 74 MPH on highway with cruise control on. Subtle, repeating forward jerking motion felt for 3 seconds, then went away. Check engine light was flashing during the jerking motion and turned off when jerking motion stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-19
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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Subaru BRZ fuel pump defective filing complaint for the record - the 2014 Subaru BRZ fuel pump when warm makes a metallic chirp (Very audible - file video with sound available) as if its valves are expanding and causing friction related metallic...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-02
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2014 Subaru BRZ — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2014 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 2014 Subaru BRZ?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Subaru BRZ have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.