Subaru Engine Recalls & Safety Issues

Subaru engine recalls and safety complaints: 354 reports across 9 models. See which Subaru vehicles have the most engine problems.

354Total Complaints
9Models Affected
33Vehicles Tracked

Common Subaru Engine Issues

Engine failures in Subaru vehicles have been reported to NHTSA by vehicle owners. These reports help identify systemic problems and can lead to manufacturer recalls. Below are the Subaru vehicles most affected by engine problems.

Most Affected Subaru Vehicles

VehicleComplaints
2015 Subaru Xv Crosstrek 11
2023 Subaru Wrx 2
2022 Subaru Wrx 12
2021 Subaru Wrx 1
2019 Subaru Wrx 6
2018 Subaru Wrx 7
2017 Subaru Wrx 6
2016 Subaru Wrx 8
2015 Subaru Wrx 10
2016 Subaru Outback 27
2015 Subaru Outback 18
2025 Subaru Legacy 1
2015 Subaru Legacy 10
2022 Subaru Impreza 1
2018 Subaru Impreza 7
2017 Subaru Impreza 8
2015 Subaru Impreza 6
2024 Subaru Forester 1
2021 Subaru Forester 10
2020 Subaru Forester 15
2019 Subaru Forester 35
2017 Subaru Forester 21
2016 Subaru Forester 25
2015 Subaru Forester 62
2023 Subaru Crosstrek 3
2021 Subaru Crosstrek 8
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 15
2016 Subaru Crosstrek 6
2022 Subaru Brz 5
2019 Subaru Brz 1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Subaru engine recalls are there?

There are 354 reported engine complaints across 9 Subaru models spanning 2015–2025. These reports are sourced from the NHTSA consumer complaint database.

Which Subaru models have the most engine problems?

The 2015 Xv Crosstrek, 2023 Wrx, 2022 Wrx have the highest number of engine complaints among Subaru vehicles.

Are Subaru engine problems serious?

Engine issues can range from minor inconveniences to serious safety hazards. Check individual vehicle reports for severity details, crash reports, and whether recalls have been issued.