2022 Subaru WRX
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 15 of 25 complaints (60%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more fire reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 13 in 2021 to 25 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–4,100 | 3,350–4,300 | 3,500–3,700 | 3,500–3,700 | 3,500–3,700 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–23 | 18–23 | 21–22 | 21–22 | 21–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–21 / 22–27 | 16–20 / 22–27 | 19 / 25–26 | 19 / 25–26 | 18–19 / 25–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 382–485 | 390–483 | 407–419 | 407–419 | 408–422 | |
| Complaints filed | 17 | 13 | 25 | 8 | 13 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Subaru WRX have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Subaru WRX?
Engine: 15 of 25 NHTSA complaints (60%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Subaru WRX get?
EPA rates it 21–22 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Subaru WRX?
EPA estimates $3,500–$3,700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 (low) | 407 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $3,700 (high) | 419 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · Campaign 23V016000 · Jan 23, 2023
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function contained in the owner's manual may cause the lights to not be adjusted as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-23.