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2014 Subaru BRZRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2014 Subaru BRZ. Most complaints involve engine (5) and fuel/propulsion system (1). The EPA rates it 24–28 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
24–28mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,750est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2014 Subaru BRZ as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2014 – Jun 2024
  1. Engine5
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1
  3. Power train1
  4. Fuel system, gasoline1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each BRZ model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
201365
20146
20153
20163
20177
20181
20191
20202
202210
20231
20243
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

5 reports1 fire
“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”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 30, 2024Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemFire reportedODI 11597783

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report1 fire

Power train

1 report
“TERRIBLE RATTLING/KNOCKING ENGINE SEEMS TO STRUGGLE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND WILL UNEXPECTEDLY STALL/SHUT OFF ON HIGHWAY AND STREET USE *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 6, 2020Power train, EngineODI 11327530
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Minicompact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
BRZ
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
243328$2,750321
BRZ
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
212924$3,200363
  • BRZ
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    24 city · 33 hwy · $2,750/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • BRZ
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    21 city · 29 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Subaru BRZ 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
7.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 8612
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 BRZ questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Subaru BRZ have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2014 Subaru BRZ problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (5), fuel/propulsion system (1), power train (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Subaru BRZ get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Subaru BRZ at 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2014 Subaru BRZ?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Subaru BRZ 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026