2023 Subaru Wrx Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Subaru Wrx.

20222024
Complaints
6
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2023 Subaru Wrx Problems

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

#12 complaints

Engine Problems

#22 complaints

Suspension Failures

#31 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Subaru Wrx.

Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
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Fires
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Avg Miles
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Subaru Wrx. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2023 Subaru Wrx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~4,701 vehicles.

23V754000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~4,701 affected

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.

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2023 Subaru Wrx — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Subaru Wrx reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Subaru Wrx has 6 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Subaru Wrx?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (2 complaints); Suspension Failures (2 complaints); Airbags (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2023 Subaru Wrx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Subaru Wrx include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 2023 Subaru Wrx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 4,701 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 2023 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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