2015 Subaru WRX
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 52
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
37% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 52 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 427 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 65 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
37% · 19 reportsMost commonly citing manual transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-20
Also filed under Engine
At 300 RPM car made loud sounds and died side of highway. Had to be towed 100 miles. Also had oil issue - went through a lot of oil
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-16
Also filed under Engine
Engine
35% · 18 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My engine starting making like a clunking sound I always have took my car for service at the dealership i own the 2015 subaru wrx premium i havenât move the car after the noise due to scare I might mess something with the…
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-05
Electrical system
12% · 6 reportsFuel/propulsion system
10% · 5 reportsExterior lighting
10% · 5 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-04-15Engine and engine cooling16V162000 Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016.
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2017-10-31Electrical system17V625000 Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017.
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2022-09-16Exterior lighting22V522000 Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Subaru WRX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V162000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 17V625000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V522000 · Exterior lighting
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- Is the 2015 Subaru WRX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Subaru WRX is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru WRX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Subaru WRX have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.