2023 Subaru BRZ Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 10, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other BRZ years
Not enough data 9th of 11 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Subaru BRZ. That ranks 9th out of 11 BRZ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Subaru BRZ
Subaru BRZ (ZD8) in Oftersheim. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Subaru BRZ problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2023 Subaru BRZ recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2023 Subaru BRZ.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Oil went dangerously low during normal 6000 mile period ( no reading on dipstick, no warning light). Subaru has replaced the engine twice under warranty due to oil consumption, 1 pint in 1200 miles. Issue started around 20k miles, engine replaced at 30k and 39k miles.

Engine · received Aug 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11756098

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru BRZ?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Subaru BRZ?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2023 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 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.