2017 Subaru BRZ
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
2 of 7 total reports mention: air bags.
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The passager air bag turned off with me in the seat
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-06
Seats
1 of 7 total reports mentions: seats.
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
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-Manual Transmission issues with grinding or failure to go into gear. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-12
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 7 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
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Check engine light on ,traction control light on, light plates off. Accelerator stuck while driving noise while driving. Car had water damage few days after hurricane katrina.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-10
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2017 Subaru BRZ — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Subaru BRZ?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 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.