Complaints
65
Crashes
16
Fires
3
Injuries
8
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2003 Subaru Wrx Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#119 complaints
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Avg mileage:9,725 mi
Crash-related:7
#211 complaints
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Avg mileage:80,458 mi
Fires:1
#34 complaints
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Avg mileage:66,500 mi
Considering a 2003 Subaru Wrx?
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2003 Subaru Wrx.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 19 | 7 | — | 9,725 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 11 | — | 1 | 80,458 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 4 | — | — | 66,500 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | — | — | 105,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 | — | 1 | 78,310 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 2 | — | — | 3,500 mi | |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 2 | 2 | — | 10,500 mi | |
| STEERING | 2 | 1 | 1 | 137,464 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 1 | — | 95,000 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 | 2 | — | 153,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 2 | — | — | 2,170 mi | |
| AIR BAGS | 1 | 1 | — | 1,000 mi | |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 | 1 | — | 21,599 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | — | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 | — | — | 2,000 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY | 1 | — | — | 47,325 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 | — | — | 6,550 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY | 1 | — | — | — | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 | 1 | — | 15,000 mi | |
| TIRES | 1 | — | — | 128,305 mi | |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 1 | — | — | 10,523 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 1 | — | — | 3,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | 1 | — | — | 61,000 mi |
Other Subaru Wrx Years
Wider context: See the full Subaru Wrx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
Check Your Specific 2003 Subaru Wrx
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99