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2024 Subaru WRX Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

73/100

#5 most-complained of 16 WRX years

The 2024 Subaru WRX has a Complaint Index of 73 and ranks 5th worst out of 16 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 13 complaints, 0 recalls, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported.

Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
21.5
18.5 city / 25.5 hwy

Top 2024 Subaru WRX problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other6 (46%)
  2. Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (15%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain2 (15%)
  4. Brakes1 (8%)
  5. Engine1 (8%)
  6. Structure & Body1 (8%)
  7. Visibility & Wipers1 (8%)

What owners report

  • Owners describe the ABS activating on its own at 45 MPH while merging, bringing the vehicle to an unexpected stop and nearly causing a rear-end collision.
  • One owner reported the engine low oil light coming on early in ownership and needing oil added, with the dealership saying added oil use is expected for this boxer engine.
  • A driver's side mirror was described as distorted and wavy, making objects appear bent, and vibrating at 40 MPH; the mirror glass was replaced twice.
  • An owner reported the side skirt (side spoiler) trim piece coming loose, raising concern it could drag on the road or detach while driving.
  • One owner reported the manual transmission shifter bypassing the 6th gear detent and moving toward the reverse position while driving 80 MPH on the interstate.
2024 Subaru WRX complaints: complaints filed per month4Dec 2024Mar 2025Jun 2025Nov 2025Mar 2026
14 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2024 to Mar 2026; peak Dec 2025 (4).

2024 Subaru WRX recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2024 Subaru WRX fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18.5 MPG
Highway
25.5 MPG
Combined
21.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,725
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2024 compared with other WRX years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Avoid8725121.5
2023Good478121.5
2024Caution7313021.5
2025No verdict332021.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Subaru WRX reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 WRX has a Complaint Index of 73 and ranks 5th worst among 16 model years, giving it a Caution verdict relative to other WRX years.
What problems does the 2024 Subaru WRX have?
NHTSA complaints cover Collision Avoidance & Cameras and Transmission & Powertrain issues (2 complaints each, 15% share), plus single complaints involving brakes, engine oil consumption, a loose side skirt, and a distorted side mirror.
Does the 2024 Subaru WRX have any recalls?
No. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2024 WRX.
What is the worst year for the Subaru WRX?
Among the years listed, 2017 has the highest Complaint Index at 100 and an Avoid verdict, with 53 complaints and 1 recall.
How does the 2024 WRX compare to the 2023 WRX?
The 2023 WRX has a Complaint Index of 47 and a Good verdict, lower than the 2024 WRX's Complaint Index of 73 and Caution verdict.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.