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2016 SUBARU WRX Safety Overview

The 2016 SUBARU WRX has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Exterior lighting:back up lights:switch
  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
  • Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SUBARU WRX owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 SUBARU WRX 22V522000

Subaru of America, Inc.

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 22V522000: Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/21/2022
2016 SUBARU WRX 16V162000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V162000: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/21/2016
2016 SUBARU WRX 15V366000

Subaru of America, Inc.

If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V366000: If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/12/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.