2019 Subaru Wrx: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2019 Subaru Wrx? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 28 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2019 Subaru Wrx Fuel Economy
β EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2019 Subaru Wrx trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2019 Subaru Wrx Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Subaru Wrx has 28 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Subaru
- Model
- Wrx
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 28
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 24
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2019 Subaru Wrx Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2019 Subaru Wrx?
The 2019 Subaru Wrx looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2019 Subaru Wrx
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery, alternator, and wiring harnesses.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery, alternator, and wiring harnesses.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 Subaru Wrx, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
For the 2019 Subaru WRX, NHTSA complaint data shows a concentration of issues in electrical and engine components, though the total number of complaints is low and no crashes were reported. The data suggests potential areas of concern, but confidence is low due to limited sample size.
- Electrical faults account for the largest share of complaints among the 2019 model year.
- Engine problems are the second most reported component category.
- No crash-related complaints were recorded for this model year.
- Electrical faults, including potential wiring or electronic module issues.
- Engine problems, which may involve performance or reliability concerns.
- Uncategorized issues, which could represent miscellaneous or hard-to-classify problems.
All 2019 Subaru Wrx Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Subaru Wrx. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 13 | β | β | β | |
| Engine Problems | 10 | β | β | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Subaru Wrx. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
fuel pump cut off intermeeting mager loss off power tech at subaru refuse to repair car has 72000 miles on well manetane
I'm driving down the road and unexpectedly the power steering completely goes out and the car is almost impossible to steer. When I shut the car off it usually resets sometimes for only a couple seconds, sometimes longer before the power steering fails again. It has happened in tβ¦
At 77,000 miles, my vehicle suffered a major failure where the #2 connecting rod and piston were destroyed, requiring a short block replacement. This repair was performed by Autonation West Subaru in Golden, Colorado and was covered under the SAS gold plan, certified pre-owned 7yβ¦
There is what looks to be water spots inside the radio screen causing the radio to malfunction. After reading online this is happening to many cars my same year and the website mentioned a recall for this issue. I have less than 60,000 miles on my car.
With 61,700 miles on the car the engine lost a rod bearing going around a sharp corner on and off ramp of interstate highway. If failure had caused block to crack or break it would have put oil down on the highway and would of caused loss of control of the car. From research doneβ¦
Mid-Drive the Airbag (SRS) light came on indicating here was a fault in the system. After some diagnostic testing it was determined that there was a fault in the Occupant detection system causing the vehicle to not activate the airbag regardless of the fact that someone was sittiβ¦
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru WRX. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound detected, and the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who informed the contacts that the repair was notβ¦
Engine failed while driving causing vehicle to stall
There is a current drain (approximately 135mA) by the built-in telematics system (DCM) even when the car is completely powered off. The drain will drop battery voltage levels beyond recharge/repair. Dead batteries can leave people stranded in unsafe areas or make them susceptiblβ¦
at random, the vehicle will shut down for a second and start back up without pressing the start button. usually occurs while using carplay but has occurred without using the stereo. will happen back to back and cause the steering wheel to lock up at highway speeds, taking controlβ¦
The battery in my 2019 Subaru WRX failed after buying it brand new from the dealer, after less than 2 years of owning the vehicle. Almost one year later, my car now won't start if I leave it off for more than 24 hrs. In 2019 I left the car powered off for over a week and it startβ¦
This vehicle has less than 20,000 miles on it and Iβve had the battery drain on me 3 different times from just leaving a door open with the car off while doing general maintenance things. The car lacks a feature to shut off the dome lights and I thought that was what the problem β¦
Battery cannot hold a charge even after jumping the car. Once jumped, the car will drive but when the engine is turned off, it cannot turn back on without a jump.
The STARLINK 7-inch Multimedia Plus unit gets locked-up, sometime not responsive to touch, skips around to different songs, in a phantom way scans different radio stations, disconnects phone calls.
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that she was unable to start the vehicle. The contact stated that the battery warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that her father was able to jumpstart the vehicle. The contact stated the following morning she eβ¦
I've had two fuel pumps replaced under warranty after the 2nd fuel pump failed hours after the Subaru dealership installed it. They installed the 3rd which worked until a week ago when my car stalled at a red light. The car would not start back up and it has since been diagnosed β¦
Rod bearing broke on engine at 9k miles, car shuts down. Replaced engine and turbo under warranty. Rod bearing broke again on engine at 38k, car shut down. Both times will traveling on highway posing major safety risk.
Parasitic battery drain, the vehicle dies and will not start after 1 day of not being driven.
The contact stated owns a 2019 SUBARU WRX. The contact stated that while her spouse was driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal sound as if the engine was sputtering. The driver was concerned that fuel was not running through the engine correctly. Theβ¦
Without warning, my brand new car at 1000 miles was found battery dead in my garage. Towed to dealership, I was told that "I got a bad battery". Again, at 7000 miles, car found dead in my garage.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Subaru Wrx.
2019 Subaru Wrx Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Wrx. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2019 Subaru Wrx Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Subaru Wrx reliable?βΎ
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 28 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 Subaru Wrx looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Wrx?βΎ
#1: Electrical Faults (13 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (10 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Subaru Wrx?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Subaru Wrx?βΎ
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Subaru Wrx, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 28 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Subaru Wrx have any recalls?βΎ
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Subaru Wrx. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2019 Subaru Wrx?βΎ
The 2019 Subaru Wrx looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Wrx reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.