2017 Subaru Wrx recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Subaru Wrx; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — switch. Owners filed 53 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 12 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints53

Crashes reported5in stored complaints

Fires reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Exterior lighting — SwitchCampaign 22V522000 · 21 Jul 2022

Problem: 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.

Risk: Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system12 · 30%

Engine9 · 22%

Power train9 · 22%

Steering5 · 12%

Exterior lighting4 · 10%

Visibility/wiper3 · 8%

Fuel/propulsion system3 · 8%

Air bags3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

While operating vehicle on two different occasions car shut down and i had a very hard time steering and breaking vehicle.
Engine · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

1, At about 12000 miles the car's windshield wipers stop working. And did not ever work again for the past several years. Wipers which was checked the motor was replaced to admission to the key was replaced and wiper still don't work. 2, About 24000 miles Was turning the vehicle around on a inclined road in the…
Steering · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 subaru wrx. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the steering wheel seized, the contact stated that he then steer the wheel to the right, the steering wheel was ok, then the steering wheel became difficult to steer. The contact stated that he jerk the wheel a little bit to the…
Steering · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The current issues with my recently purchased used vehicle are as follows: Clutch, odometer tampering, steering rack, 2 axle leaks, electrical issues, inspection issues. I tried to see if the dealership that I bought the car from is willing to fix these issues they keep going back and forth with me on these issues…
Steering · Dec 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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