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2021 Subaru WRX recalls and problems

1 recall and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru WRX.

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recalls
13
owner complaints
0
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.

2021 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.

May 26, 2026 · Electrical system

Car battery keeps dying and is inadequately charged resulting in loss of electronics. The problem is a faulty DCM system.

Jun 22, 2025 · Seats

Manual (not power) Driver seat is loose-rocking car only has 47000 miles but this hardware failure will get worse over time definitely a safety concern if bolt breaks it appears that the plastic washer is wearing most likely poor material should be polyurethane or something like the form of a grommet that absorbs…

Jun 21, 2025 · Engine

In October 2024, my vehicle, a 2021 Subaru WRX STI, was purchased from a Toyota dealership (Fort Bend Sterling McCall Toyota). The dealership sold the vehicle with an oil issue and a modified ECM. This issue caused catastrophic engine failure while driving. The vehicle stalled and could not be started. Subaru…

Jun 11, 2025 · Power train

I am filing this complaint to report a serious safety concern involving my 2021 Subaru WRX, which is currently covered under the manufacturer’s powertrain warranty as well as an extended warranty. Subaru of Ontario, an authorized Subaru dealership, failed to properly diagnose or repair ongoing engine issues during…

Feb 2, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system

Excessive blow by contaminating MAP sensors & creating lean/rich conditions. This causes loss of power, stalling and will lead to catastrophic engine failure. EGR system is faulty

WRX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2018 24351
2019 23000
2020 11810
2021 11300
2022 12531
2023 1920
2024 01400

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Subaru WRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 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 2021 Subaru WRX?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (6 complaints), followed by engine (5).
How many 2021 Subaru WRX complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 26, 2026.