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Major Problems with Subaru WRX STI - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Subaru WRX STI model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2016, for instance, is the worst year for the WRX STI. Older WRX STI vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Subaru WRX STI problems by years

Worst Subaru WRX STI Problems

AIR BAGS
2018 Subaru WRX STI August 5, 2019 Victims: 2 Mileage: 28028 miles

Tl* the contact owned a 2018 subaru wrx sti. while the contact's son was driving 5-10 mph, a 2009 chevrolet hhr t-boned his vehicle and pushed it 60 feet. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the driver sustained head injuries and the passenger sustained neck injuries. medical attention was received. a police report was filed. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the contact called young subaru (3920 riverdale rd, ogden, ut 84405, (801) 528-9342) and informed them of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and ...

BODY
2015 Subaru WRX STI February 6, 2017 Mileage: 24000 miles

When pulling the fuel door release lever the door fails to open. happened once a little over a year ago. then about 2 months ago it was every other time i needed to fill up. now it's every single time. i fuel up every 4-5 days and it's starting to become a hassle. i pick up my wife from work so that's when i decide to fuel up, she reaches over and pulls the lever multiple times while i slip my id/debit card through the gap to pop open the fuel door open. sometimes the door pops open a bit ...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2019 Subaru WRX STI June 26, 2019 Mileage: 3100 miles

Starter winded (missed) on startup and did not engage until next attempted vehicle startup.

What is the most common problem with Subaru WRX STI?

Overall the worst problem with Subaru WRX STI relates to ENGINE problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific WRX STI years that are prone to issues with these components.

ENGINE 4 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2 BODY 1 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 1 AIR BAGS 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Subaru WRX STI common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.