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2020 Subaru WRX recalls and problems

1 recall and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Subaru WRX.

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recalls
18
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 Subaru WRX recalls

Exterior lighting: back up lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 22V522000 · reported July 21, 2022 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 59,934 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
The risk
Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 23, 2026 · Exterior lighting

-Flickering head lights -Driver window loose -Windshield wipers did not work on the passenger side (I don't know how it passed inspection) -When shifted into 4th gear the stick was making odd movements and jumping -Mechanical noises like cranking coming from the engine or under the car

Oct 17, 2025 · Back over prevention · 30,000 miles

The contact owns a 2020 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while the transmission was shifted into neutral (N), the instrument panel displayed that the transmission was shifted in reverse (R), and the rearview camera image was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact shifted the…

Aug 29, 2025 · Unknown or other

The head unit started to delaminate and ghost touching

Jul 28, 2025 · Power train

2020 WRX: TR690 (CVT) transmission that the car came equipped with, began leaking between the engine and (CVT) transmission, it was noticed during an oil change at 71686 miles but not identified as (CVT) transmission fluid immediately, it was cleaned and assumed to be oil spill. Another oil change was done at 77576…

Jan 7, 2025 · Electrical system

Parasitic battery problem My car battery keeps dying on my Subaru sti 2020 after one day of not driving. I have had the car checked with Subaru dealership and a local shop but no issues were found. This morning I had to get my car jumped again after not driving it for one day. This battery was purchased brand new on…

WRX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2017 15382
2018 24351
2019 23000
2020 11810
2021 11300
2022 12531
2023 1920

Across all years, the 2002 WRX has the most complaints (427). All Subaru WRX years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Subaru WRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Subaru WRX, the most recent reported on July 21, 2022 (Exterior lighting: back up lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Subaru WRX?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (6 complaints), followed by engine (3).
How many 2020 Subaru WRX complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 18 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 23, 2026.