2022 Subaru BRZ Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2022 Subaru BRZ recalls

Most common 2022 Subaru BRZ problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	6
Exterior Lighting	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Service Brakes	1
Wheels	1

What owners report

2023-03-28, Exterior Lighting
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

2023-03-07, Service Brakes
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 can loosen to the point where the wheel can detach from the vehicle damaging the brake components and posses serious safety issue. The consumer is requesting to reimbursed for repairs, rental, and legal fees.

2023-02-20, Engine
This is a new car. There’s was only 31 miles when I purchased. One day, there’s some sound when I driving the vehicle. Once I parked, all the warning lamps was on, then my car wasn’t able to move. When the incident happened, it was only 4 months of using it and only 5,498 miles. Then I bring my car back to retailer and they inform me I need to replace the whole engine because of lack of oil. Even though they Silas’s my car was lack of oil, but there’s no light on the dashboard lights up and told me I need to add more oil. The process of repairing took 5 months. After I read other owners post on social media, I believe I have the similar situation. It says “ RTV is a sealant used

2023-02-08, Exterior Lighting
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 turn signal does function but flashes at a rapid rate. This is a repeatable occurrence when the sun is behind the car in the early morning from early sunrise to about 60 minutes later. Once the sun is high in the sky, the turn signals operate normal. This condition occurs on either turn signal and I have also experienced this with late afternoon sun. I have captured this anomaly on video but this

2023-02-07, Exterior Lighting
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 will not look at the vehicle. In this post in a community of owners for this vehicle, an owner states that the dealer ignored the issue, and Subaru of America sent a generic, irrelevant response. https://www.gr86.org/threads/fast-blinker-caused-by-low-sun.4733/post-96056 This behavior by the dealer and the manufacturer is irresponsible and dangerous. This issue needs to be resolved at the fede

2022 Subaru BRZ questions

Does the 2022 Subaru BRZ have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Subaru BRZ: Rear turn signals may fail, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru BRZ?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (6), Exterior Lighting (3), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Subaru BRZ has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.