2020 Subaru Wrx Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Subaru Wrx.

20192021
Complaints
23
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Subaru Wrx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#15 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:20,000 mi
#23 complaints

Engine Problems

#33 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Subaru Wrx.

Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
20,000
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2020 Subaru Wrx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~59,934 vehicles.

22V522000Exterior Lighting:back Up Lights:switch
~59,934 affected

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

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2020 Subaru Wrx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Subaru Wrx reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Subaru Wrx has 23 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Subaru Wrx?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (5 complaints, avg 20,000 mi); Engine Problems (3 complaints); Wipers & Visibility (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Subaru Wrx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 20,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Subaru Wrx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Subaru Wrx include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2020 Subaru Wrx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 59,934 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Subaru Wrx?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Subaru Wrx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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