2022 Subaru WRX: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker WRX years.
25 owner complaints, most about engine. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2022 WRX?The 2022 Subaru WRX has 25 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Subaru WRX vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other WRX years only. How we score it
Is 2022 a good year for the WRX?
Across the 16 WRX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2010) to 68 (2008). With 25 complaints, the 2022 WRX sits about the same as the model's median of 25.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2022 WRX
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Campaign 23V016000Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is highly dependent on generation and owner expectations.
Owner insights cover all generations of the WRX. See the full WRX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used WRX listings typically run $18,349–$28,400.
Other WRX model years
Compare every WRX year side by side to see how 2022 ranks against the rest.
Compare the WRX against its rivals
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