2019 Subaru WRX
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
- 30
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
47% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 30 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.
Electrical system
47% · 14 reportsEngine
37% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru WRX. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound detected, and the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-10
Engine failed while driving causing vehicle to stall
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-22
Very similar issues described in previous engine failures reported. New car, off the showroom floor, serviced on frequent. There was a sudden loud clunky noise and complete loss of power.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-15
Also filed under Power train
Power train
7% · 2 reportsFuel/propulsion system
7% · 2 reportsWheels
3% · 1 reportMost commonly citing rim.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-09-24Fuel system, gasoline21V587000 Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
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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
2019 Subaru WRX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V587000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 22V522000 · Exterior lighting
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- Is the 2019 Subaru WRX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Subaru WRX is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru WRX?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru WRX have?
- 2 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.