2019 SUBARU WRX STI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
17
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
The 2019 SUBARU WRX STI has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 17 technical service bulletins have been issued by Subaru of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
STARTER WINDED (MISSED) ON STARTUP AND DID NOT ENGAGE UNTIL NEXT ATTEMPTED VEHICLE STARTUP.
Safety Rating for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
Subaru of America, Inc. has issued 17 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
WRE-22R — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22 — EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
15-234-18R — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
05-81-20 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin announces design changes made to certain rear shock absorbers used on the models listed.
15-242-19R — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics system's remote access features.
15-130-08R — EQUIPMENT
This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.
Subaru Retailers — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
With the introduction of the STI S209, the most powerful and highest performance STI ever, we want to make you aware of a new high-performance motor oil. To support the 341 HP engine, we are offering the factory fill MOTUL 5W-40 300V POWER 100% Synthetic Racing Motor Oil.
Subaru Retailers — STRUCTURE
Please note before these vehicles can be retailed to owners, the under spoilers must be installed prior to delivery. They cannot be installed at the factory nor the port due to the already low ground clearance. This is a compliance issue for certification.
04-25-19R — STEERING
"The primary focus of this bulletin is to provide a procedure to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of Torque Steer, defined as a pulling condition to either the left or right when under full acceleration which requires a somewhat greater than standard correction of steering wheel input from the...
Showing 10 of 17 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 SUBARU WRX STI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SUBARU WRX STI
- 2014 SUBARU WRX STI — 0 complaints
- 2015 SUBARU WRX STI — 4 complaints
- 2016 SUBARU WRX STI — 3 complaints
- 2017 SUBARU WRX STI — 0 complaints
- 2018 SUBARU WRX STI — 2 complaints
- 2019 SUBARU WRX STI (current)
- 2020 SUBARU WRX STI — 0 complaints
- 2021 SUBARU WRX STI — 0 complaints
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