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2022 Subaru BRZ problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 12 complaints on file for the 2022 Subaru BRZ — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

12

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other BRZ years?

BRZ NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted80 complaints2013: 80 complaints2014: 8 complaints2015: 3 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 10 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 4 complaints2022: 12 complaints2024: 3 complaints
BRZ NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Subaru BRZ problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine650%
Lighting325%
Brakes18%
Fuel System18%
Tires & Wheels18%

Does the 2022 Subaru BRZ have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V609000LightingAugust 31, 2023 · 8,915 units

Defect

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 BRZ and Toyota GR86 vehicles. The rear turn signals may intermittently become inoperative.

Consequence

Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace both rear combination lamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Subaru owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru's number for this recall is WRM-23.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The new 2022 Subaru BRZ's and Toyota GR86's have been found to have an excessive amount of RTV silicone on the engine oil pan. This can clog up the oil pickup filter and cause oil starvation leading to catastrophic engine failure. A few engines have already failed and more people have been finding…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 5, 2022

“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”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · March 28, 2023

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 11, 2022

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · February 28, 2023

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 28, 2023

2022 Subaru BRZ — common questions

Is the 2022 Subaru BRZ reliable?

The record is thin — 12 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 BRZ problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (6 complaints), lighting (3 complaints), fuel system (1 complaints).

Does the 2022 Subaru BRZ have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Subaru BRZ. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Subaru BRZ years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the BRZ years to avoid are 2013. The cleanest record among BRZ years belongs to 2019.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.