Research · Midsize Cars
2025 Subaru WRXRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2025 Subaru WRX. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and vehicle speed control (1). The EPA rates it 21–22 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
21–22mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Subaru WRX as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2025 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system2
- Vehicle speed control1
- Back over prevention1
- Other / unknown1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
2 reports
“Digital gauge cluster (speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, miscellaneous vehicle information and warning/caution lights) went blank and was completely unresponsive while driving at 80 mph. No steering wheel mounted controls (audio, hands-free, cruise control) were responsive. Lane assist, lane departure and collision warnings were also not working. Issue has only occurred once (at time of this report), and has not yet been inspected by a dealership or authorised repair centre. No indications were present before failure. After approximately 20 minutes, the vehicle CCU rebooted and functions were restored.”
Vehicle speed control
1 report
Back over prevention
1 report
“I was driving normally, having started my car after leaving a store at the time, while backing up, I received an ad (depicted below) for the SiriusXM limited time offer. This advertisement completely blocked the entirety of the infotainment system, disabling the navigation components completely, disabling my ability to use the backup camera, and did not alert while backing up, nearly causing a serious collision while driving. This advertisement is not safe to be displayed while operating the vehicle, and you are unable to use anything on the infotainment system (backup camera, safety features and alerting) until you dismiss the ad. Dismissing the ad is additionally in a very unsafe position to be drawing attention while driving the vehicle. This is in direct violation of NHTSA standards listed here: [XXX] Based on the information listed therein, the infotainment software violates Section V of the NHTSA Visual-Manual Driver Distraction Guidelines by displaying non-driving related promotional/advertisement text and failing to lock out intrusive screen elements while the vehicle is in motion. The intrusive element physically blocks you from seeing or interacting…”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Manual 6-spd · Automatic (AV-S8)
- Drive
- All-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 11, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRX Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,400 | 413 |
| WRX Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,600 | 422 |
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 20207
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat 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.
2025 WRX questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Subaru WRX have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 11, 2026.
What are the most common 2025 Subaru WRX problems?
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), vehicle speed control (1), back over prevention (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2025 Subaru WRX get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Subaru WRX at 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2025 Subaru WRX?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Subaru WRX 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026