2023 Subaru WRX Problems & Complaints

Average1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the WRX at the same age

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2023 Subaru WRX with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the WRX at the same age. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (2 complaints). One recall covers this model year.

8complaints
1recalls
2crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2023 Subaru WRX problems

  • Engine & cooling
    225%
  • Suspension
    225%
  • Brakes
    225%
  • Air bags
    225%
  • Seat belts
    113%
  • Seats
    113%

Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Subaru WRX complaints by model year

’02’03’04’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24427604219146541142765231534330171325814
Owner complaints per model year, Subaru WRX. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best WRX years: 2010, 2012, 2011. Years to avoid: 2017, 2015, 2022, 2009, 2024. Compare all years →

2023 Subaru WRX recalls (1)

Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft

NHTSA recall 23V-754 · Nov 9, 2023 · 4,701 vehicles

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

2023 Subaru WRX engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.4L 4-cyl turbo6-speed manualAWD19 / 26 / 22
2.4L 4-cyl turboCVTAWD19 / 25 / 21

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Subaru WRX a good car?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 WRX rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the WRX at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Subaru WRX?

The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the suspension (2) and brakes (2).

How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru WRX have?

There is 1 recall for the 2023 Subaru WRX, the most recent from November 9, 2023 (driveshaft). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Subaru WRX?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010, 2012 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2017, 2015, 2022, 2009 and 2024. See the full Subaru WRX years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.