2019 Subaru WRX vs 2019 Volkswagen GTI
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Subaru WRX | 2019 Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 179 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 361 | 465 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 1,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru WRX | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 133 |
| Power Train | 2 | 62 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 0 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 148 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2019 Subaru WRX
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.