2022 Subaru BRZ Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other BRZ years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Subaru BRZ. That ranks 2nd out of 11 BRZ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (6 complaints, 60%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 10owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Subaru BRZ problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 60% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 30% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Subaru BRZ recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 BRZ and Toyota GR86 vehicles. The rear turn signals may intermittently become inoperative.
Risk: Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace both rear combination lamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Subaru owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru's number for this recall is WRM-23.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Stock blinkers rapidly flash faster than normal, blinkers cannot be seen in the rear at the time when signaling left or right during this time
I purchased a new 2022 Subaru BRZ. Shortly after the purchase, the wheel bolts loosened which caused catastrophic damage to the wheel, and all brake components. Upon further research, we believe this may be an inherent vehicle defect. This problem is subject to a recall involving hub bolts which…
This is a new car. Thereâs was only 31 miles when I purchased. One day, thereâs some sound when I driving the vehicle. Once I parked, all the warning lamps was on, then my car wasnât able to move. When the incident happened, it was only 4 months of using it and only 5,498 miles. Then I bring…
During my early commute on a sunny morning shortly after sunrise with the sun at the rear of the vehicle, when selecting the turn signal, the dash display flashes rapidly, i.e., hyperflashing, and it has been confirmed that the rear signal light does not operate during this anomaly. The forward…
When the sun is facing the rear of the car, the rear turn signals do not activate, and the turn signals flash rapidly. It is exactly what happens in this youtube video: https://youtu.be/dHwMCdlJfYQ This is a danger, because my car will not properly signal when I change lanes or take a turn. Subaru…
Other Subaru BRZ years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 BRZ | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 BRZ | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 10 | 1 |
| 2020 BRZ | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 BRZ | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 BRZ | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 BRZ | 7 | 0 |
| 2016 BRZ | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 BRZ | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 BRZ | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 BRZ | 64 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru BRZ?
Owners most often report engine, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Subaru BRZ?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 Subaru BRZ a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other BRZ model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.