Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2025 Subaru WRX peaked in 2025, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2025 Subaru WRX
Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Dec 16, 2025 to Jun 4, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints2Below the median 2025 sedan
Severity index0.02025 sedans average 15.7
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2025 Subaru WRX name back-over prevention
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2025 Subaru WRX
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2025 Subaru WRX
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jun 4, 2026Failure May 31, 2026Montoursville, PARearview system braking, Camera, Electrical system
I was driving normally, having started my car after leaving a store at the time, while backing up, I received an ad (depicted below) for the SiriusXM limited time offer. This advertisement completely blocked the entirety of the infotainment system, disabling the navigation components completely, disabling my ability to use the backup camera, and did not alert while backing up, nearly causing a serious collision while driving. This advertisement is not safe to be displayed while operating the vehicle, and you are unable to use anything on the infotainment system (backup camera, safety features and alerting) until you dismiss the ad. Dismissing the ad is additionally in a very unsafe position to be drawing attention while driving the vehicle. This is in direct violation of NHTSA standards listed here: [XXX] Based on the information listed therein, the infotainment software violates Section V of the NHTSA Visual-Manual Driver Distraction Guidelines by displaying non-driving related promotional/advertisement text and failing to lock out intrusive screen elements while the vehicle is in motion. The intrusive element physically blocks you from seeing or interacting with driving-critical systems. It blocks your backup camera feed, your onboard navigation system, and climate control menus while driving. Due to the ad or system notification not automatically clearing itself, it forces you to divert your eyes from the road for longer than the recommended 2-second glimpse limit, creating a critical safety hazard. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint 11742142 - Filed Dec 16, 2025Failure Dec 16, 2025Flushing, NYUnknown or other
A SiriusXM advertisement popping up over navigation on the infotainment screen distracting the driver from focusing on the road. It covers any navigation on the infotainment screen and takes the eyes of the driver off the road, where the driver is no longer aware of the position of their vehicle. Many other Subaru owners with more modern vehicles have had this same problem. This is not a one time issue. It happens suddenly and unexpectedly. Other owners of a modern Subaru vehicle have reported this issue to the dealership and were told they cannot do anything about it.
NHTSA complaint 11705459
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
48 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 10-107-26 Aug 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces design changes to the front seat bottom heat unit. - 15-341-26 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces a design change to the cord assembly that connects the Center Infotainment Display (CID) to the CCU, addressing reports of CID screen flickering. - 02-196-26R Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup. This is an revised version of the original bulletin. - 16-154-25R Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin. - 15-308-23R Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised… - SubaruNet Announcement (C Aug 21, 2026 · Other
This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues. - 15-305-22R Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces a reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. This is an revised version of the original… - 15-304-22R Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) - Article Locator Aug 5, 2026 · Other
Techtips newsletter locator index. - 15-333-25R Aug 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin - 12-282-26 Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin outlines a new repair procedure to follow when replacing the trunk lock assembly. - 07-242-26 Jul 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin outlines a repair procedure to be performed if DTC B2781 is set in the steering lock control module. - 15-311-23R Jul 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides instruction for use (FOTA) of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4.5 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin). - 16-151-24R Jun 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) - 02-193-24R Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revis… - 09-74-21R Jun 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revis… - 02-196-26 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup. - 18-242-26R Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces a change in the seat belt warning buzzer intervals in the inspection procedure found in the Service Manual. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.) - 06-94-25R Jun 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces availability of new Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) & Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) module reprogramming files developed to address cases of a cracking-type noise heard under the dashboard in the brake pedal area when the brake pedal… - SubaruNet Annoucement (E Jun 12, 2026 · Other
This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras. - 07-241-26 Jun 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide removal and installation tips to be followed when working with EyeSight Stereo Cameras. - 05-98-26 Jun 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases in which the following DTCs are detected by the Electric Control Damper Control Unit (ECU Damper). - 18-240-26 Jun 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"This bulletin provides a new diagnostic procedure for vehicles equipped with a Denso CP 1, 1.5 and 2.5 head units to provide an enhanced version of the troubleshooting steps for Sound does not come out from the speaker." - 01-167-08R May 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. - 16-157-26 May 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces a design change to the TR690 CVT control valve body which features an enhanced line pressure sensor O-ring, designed to prevent abnormal sensor readings caused by O-ring leakage. - SubaruNet Announcement (R May 4, 2026 · Other
This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program. - 18-230-26 May 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE INCOMPATIBILITY IMMOBILIZER CM TO ECM) and B1572(IMM CIRCUIT EXCEPT ANTENNA CIRCUIT) are detected by Keyless Access with Push Button Start(KACM). - 03-97-26 Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures. - 01-167-08R Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. - 05-97-26 Apr 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected. - 07-240-26R Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20. - 15-219-18R Mar 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully - SubaruNet Announcement (A Mar 4, 2026 · Other
This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs. - 10-105-25R Mar 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak. - 01-167-08R Mar 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. - 07-240-26R Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20 with gen 4 Telematics. - 06-95-25R Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files developed to address cases of DTC C1C40 being detected by the Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) in addition to Failure Detail Code 30A2 stored within the Freeze Frame Data (FFD). - 10-105-25R Feb 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak. - 15-305-22R Jan 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. - Subaru Tech Tips Special Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare. - 15-328-26 Jan 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin provides information on the availability of a new auxiliary USB terminal designed to resolve intermittent connectivity issues when connected via the USB port. - 15-300-22R Jan 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES). - Subarunet Announcement (E Jan 12, 2026 · Other
This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010 interface firmware has been updated. - 05-92-25R Dec 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the design change made to the front lower control arms developed to address cases of a click or cracking type sound heard when moving forward or backward at low speed with the steering wheel fully turned position. - 09-74-21R Dec 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). - 18-226-25R Dec 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16 (Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis). - 18-228-25R Dec 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1) and P2097 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO RICH BANK 1) are detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). - 15-333-25 Dec 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.