2014 SUBARU BRZ — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
31
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
The 2014 SUBARU BRZ has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 31 technical service bulletins have been issued by Subaru of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (5 complaints), Fuel System Gasoline (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I was driving the car on the Highway & the car caught on fire from the engine bay area. I drover the car for about 5 miles before the fire. the car has no modification & everything in OEM/Stock condition. Many people reported having the same issue with engine catching on fire for Subaru BRZ Toyota 86 & Toyota FRS since they all share the same engine & mechanical component
I was driving the car on the Highway & the car caught on fire from the engine bay area. I drover the car for about 5 miles before the fire. the car has no modification & everything in OEM/Stock condition. Many people reported having the same issue with engine catching on fire for Subaru BRZ Toyota 86 & Toyota FRS since they all share the same engine & mechanical component
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU BRZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COCONUT CREEK SUBARU (4980 N, FL-7, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073; (888) 459-5432) FOR AN UNSTATED RECALL ON THE VALVE SPRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT RECENTLY WHILE THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED AT A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SHUT-OFF INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED HOWEVER, THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALER, NORTH FORT LAUDERDALE SUBARU (855 S. FEDERAL HWY, POMPANO BEACH, FL 33062; (954) 889-5776) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE WAS KNOCKING AND THAT THE OIL WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN OIL CHANGE WAS NOT DUE FOR SEVERAL THOUSAND MORE MILES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
TERRIBLE RATTLING/KNOCKING ENGINE SEEMS TO STRUGGLE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND WILL UNEXPECTEDLY STALL/SHUT OFF ON HIGHWAY AND STREET USE *TR
TERRIBLE RATTLING/KNOCKING ENGINE SEEMS TO STRUGGLE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND WILL UNEXPECTEDLY STALL/SHUT OFF ON HIGHWAY AND STREET USE *TR
Safety Rating for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
The 2014 SUBARU BRZ received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
Subaru of America, Inc. has issued 31 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
02-136-12R — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the areas listed in this bulletin.
06-68-19 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to all models...
12-251-18 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a gap between the top edge of the door and the instrument panel on the models listed as shown in the photo below. The gap may also make the glove box door difficult to close fully.There is a latch to keep the...
07-120-17R — ENGINE
This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes made to the ignition coil and engine wiring harness in response to a limited number of cases related to the ignition coil primary / secondary DTCs listed above. The changes involve a shape change to the harness connector on the coil and to...
12-225-17 — STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a small number of reports involving water leaking into the interior and collecting in the passenger's front floor area.
12-160-13R — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Cracked Rear Combination Lamps - IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the number of revisions made and to make the information contained in TSBs 12-131-12R, 12-145-13R, 12-160-13 and 12-162-14 easier to use, these TSBs have been combined into TSB 12-200-16R dated 3/6/2017.
12-160-13R — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Cracked Rear Combination Lamps - IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the number of revisions made and to make the information contained in TSBs 12-131-12R, 12-145-13R, 12-160-13 and 12-162-14 easier to use, these TSBs have been combined into TSB 12-200-16R dated 3/6/2017.
12-162-14R — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Design Change to Rear Combination Lamps to Prevent Insect Intrusion - IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the number of revisions made and to make the information contained in TSBs 12-131-12R, 12-145-13R, 12-160-13 and 12-162-14 easier to use, these TSBs have been combined into TSB 12-200-16R dated 3/6/2017.
02-166-17 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the models listed above. There have been isolated cases where the sealer used between the upper oil pan and the crankcase has become displaced resulting in engine oil seepage.
12-200-16R — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Rear Combination Lamp and Related Enhancements - Since the introduction of the BRZ, there have been a number of revisions to the rear combination lamps and their sealing gaskets (a.k.a. packing) to address varying customer concerns. Conditions ranging from the accumulation of water and condensation, to insect intrusion and lens...
Showing 10 of 31 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 SUBARU BRZ
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2016 SUBARU BRZ — 5 complaints
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- 2018 SUBARU BRZ — 1 complaint
- 2019 SUBARU BRZ — 1 complaint
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