2016 Subaru Wrx recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 3 2016 Subaru Wrx recalls, newest first
Jul 21, 2022Exterior Lighting, Back Up LightsSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 to 2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1 844 373 6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE22.
NHTSA campaign 22V522000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Mar 21, 2016Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 to 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 800 782 2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA62.
NHTSA campaign 16V162000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Jun 12, 2015Forward Collision Avoidance, Crash Imminent BrakingSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1 800 782 2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS54.
NHTSA campaign 15V366000 · Subaru of America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Subaru Wrx have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Subaru Wrx. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2016 Subaru Wrx has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.