Subaru BRZ recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Subaru BRZ, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Subaru BRZ, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2013–2024 with 6 recall campaigns and 127 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2018 (2), 2013 (2), and 2022 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2013 (80), 2022 (12), and 2017 (10).
- Top recall themes: Visibility and lighting, Engine and cooling, and Equipment and labeling.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Electrical system.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 2018, 2022These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 2013These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 18V772000 · Engine and engine cooling
Equipment and labeling
1 campaign · Years: 2013These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
- 12V254000 · Equipment: Owners/service/other manual
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 2018–2019These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 21V587000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Fuel pump
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Subaru BRZ in NHTSA complaint data are Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Electrical system.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2022 | 1 | 12 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Exterior lighting, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2020 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Visibility/wiper, Engine, Power train. |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine. |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2017 | 0 | 10 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electronic stability control (esc), Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2016 | 0 | 5 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Service brakes, Suspension. |
| 2015 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Seat belts. |
| 2014 | 0 | 8 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Fuel system, gasoline, Power train. |
| 2013 | 2 | 80 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Visibility/wiper. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Fuel system , Exterior lighting and Visibility
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.