Recalls ·2019 Subaru Wrx

2019 Subaru Wrx recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Subaru Wrx; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — switch. Owners filed 30 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 12 model years of this model in the database, 2019 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints30

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Recalls (2)

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.

Fuel system, gasoline — Fuel pumpCampaign 21V587000 · 29 Jul 2021

Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

What owners complain about

Share of the 30 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system14 · 47%
Engine11 · 37%
Unknown or other7 · 23%
Power train2 · 7%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 7%
Fuel system1 · 3%
Gasoline1 · 3%
Air bags1 · 3%

When complaints were filed

20191
20203
20216
20229
20232
20243
20251
20265

From owner complaints

The vehicle stalled at highway speed as i began to decelerate on the interstate highway. I attempted several times to restart the engine until the vehicle reach a rolling stop in the middle of the 4 lane highway. I turned on my hazard lights and after approximately a minute i managed engage the engine for a brief…

Engine · Nov 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

at random, the vehicle will shut down for a second and start back up without pressing the start button. usually occurs while using carplay but has occurred without using the stereo. will happen back to back and cause the steering wheel to lock up at highway speeds, taking control of the vehicle away from me (driver).…

Electrical system · Oct 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

The battery in my 2019 Subaru WRX failed after buying it brand new from the dealer, after less than 2 years of owning the vehicle. Almost one year later, my car now won't start if I leave it off for more than 24 hrs. In 2019 I left the car powered off for over a week and it started right up no hesitation. This is a…

Electrical system · Mar 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact stated owns a 2019 SUBARU WRX. The contact stated that while her spouse was driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal sound as if the engine was sputtering. The driver was concerned that fuel was not running through the engine correctly. The vehicle began to fail to accelerate…

Fuel system · Oct 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20153
20163
20171
20182
20192
20201
20211
20221
20231
20240
20250
20260

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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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