2022 Subaru WRX engine problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2022 Subaru WRX — 60% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Low engine oil levels came on just last week. I had gotten my complimentary oil/rotate last month. I’ve heard and seen videos on this vehicle having excessive RTV sealant on the oil pan. Makes me very concerned seeing how the RTV clogs the oil pickup resulting in oil deprivation. Seeing how this is…”
filed Nov 28, 2023
“The electric pushbutton would not function. I have a standard transmission and I let the clutch out too soon by accident. It killed the engine but the electrical components stayed on, such as lights, interior dash gauge, air conditioning, radio, everything else functioned as if the car were on and…”
filed Jul 4, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and…
02-193-24R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 30, 2026This bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup.
02-196-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 23, 2026
Engine problems in other WRX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 WRX | 11 | 37% |
| 2018 WRX | 11 | 26% |
| 2017 WRX | 12 | 23% |
| 2016 WRX | 8 | 26% |
| 2015 WRX | 18 | 35% |
| 2009 WRX | 4 | 10% |
| 2008 WRX | 2 | 3% |
| 2004 WRX | 2 | 5% |
| 2002 WRX | 2 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Subaru WRX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.