Subaru BRZ problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 53 owner complaints and 5 recalls on file for the Subaru BRZ (2013–2024).

Complaints
53
Recalls
5
Model years
11
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Subaru BRZ model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Subaru BRZ model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2024 BRZ30000Engine
2023 BRZ10000Engine
2022 BRZ100001Engine
2020 BRZ20000Engine
2019 BRZ10001Engine
2018 BRZ10002Engine
2017 BRZ61100Airbags
2016 BRZ21000Electrical System
2015 BRZ30000Engine
2014 BRZ30100Engine
2013 BRZ210102Engine

Most common Subaru BRZ problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    36 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Brakes
    3 complaints
  • Lighting
    3 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    2 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    2 complaints
  • Suspension
    2 complaints
  • Airbags
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

20202021202220242025
Complaints about the Subaru BRZ received by NHTSA each month.

Subaru BRZ recalls

  • Recall 23V609000Aug 31, 20238,915 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V587000Jul 29, 2021175,968 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V935000Dec 31, 201871,190 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: Failure to display the rearview image while backing up increases the risk of crash.

  • Recall 18V772000Nov 1, 2018165,534 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 12V254000Jun 5, 20121,886 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: Misinformation could lead to an increased risk of injury to front seat occupants during certain crash conditions.

Other Subaru models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology