Subaru reliability and problems by model
Owners have filed 18,687 complaints about Subaru models with NHTSA since 2010, and Subaru has filed 32 warranty extensions. Pick a model to compare its model years.
From NHTSA's public data files, downloaded 2026-10-10.
Subaru models
| Model | Complaints | Model years | Most complaints | Most named |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback | 7,679 | 2010–2026 | 2019 | Electrical system |
| Forester | 5,077 | 2010–2026 | 2019 | Visibility and wipers |
| Impreza | 1,480 | 2010–2026 | 2013 | Airbags |
| Legacy | 1,411 | 2010–2025 | 2011 | Electrical system |
| Crosstrek | 1,188 | 2012–2026 | 2019 | Visibility and wipers |
| Ascent | 1,034 | 2019–2026 | 2019 | Electrical system |
| WRX | 307 | 2010–2025 | 2017 | Engine |
| XV CrossTrek | 264 | 2013–2017 | 2013 | Engine |
| BRZ | 101 | 2013–2024 | 2013 | Engine |
| Solterra | 77 | 2023–2026 | 2023 | Electrical system |
| Uncharted | 40 | 2026 | 2026 | Exterior lights |
| Trailseeker | 29 | 2026 | 2026 | Electrical system |
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Recent Subaru warranty extensions
The latest warranty extensions Subaru filed with NHTSA, and the models they cover. Each model's page lists all of them.
- Sep 2026· Engine· Forester
This bulletin announces Warranty Extension and design changes made to the front exhaust pipe and covers to address the concerns of some customers regarding an odor or a rattle-type noise/fluttering sound coming from the undercarriage, during acceleration.
- Mar 2025· Visibility and wipers· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Ascent
This announcement is in regard to the warranty extension initiated for windshields for the models listed.
- Mar 2025· Visibility and wipers· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Ascent
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc.
- Jan 2025· Electrical system· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, WRX, Crosstrek
As part of Subaru's dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing a Warranty Extension of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Infotainment head units for the models listed.
- Dec 2024· Fuel and propulsion· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, BRZ, WRX
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years.
- Dec 2024· Visibility and wipers· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Ascent
This announcement is in regard to settlement in a class action lawsuit for vehicles that will receive a limited warranty extension for original equipment Subaru windshields experiencing a qualifying crack.
- Oct 2024· Brakes· Ascent
Subaru of America, Inc. has announced a warranty extension to the front brakes which will address concerns related to squeak and or judder noises. This is related to Ascent vehicles manufactured prior to January 11th, 2024.
- Sep 2024· Fuel and propulsion· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, BRZ, WRX
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years.
- Sep 2024· Fuel and propulsion· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, BRZ, WRX
Denso low pressure fuel pump warranty extension.
- Jul 2024· Brakes· Ascent
This announcement provides information on a warranty extension for Ascent front brake judder/squeak on certain 2019 to 2024 model year vehicles manufactured prior to January 11th 2024.
- Apr 2024· Electrical system· Outback, Legacy, WRX
This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription.
- Apr 2024· Electrical system· Forester, Outback, Legacy, Impreza, WRX, Crosstrek
T16 VoLTE Warranty Extension (15-318-24R) Frequently Asked Questions.