2016 Subaru WRX STI recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Subaru WRX STI, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Subaru WRX STI vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Subaru WRX STI problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Engine1
Unknown or Other1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Subaru WRX STI complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · at 12,000 miles · reported Feb 22, 2019
Doors will not unlock in key fob press. Will beep continiously, one door will intermittently not open. Only affects my driver side door.
Exterior Lighting · at 29,500 miles · reported Jun 15, 2018
Out of nowhere, the information screen in the center of the dash displayed "headlights disabled" the headlights turned offi flicked the switch on and off and it came back on and then only one of the headlights were on and the other was off and wouldn't come back on. One hour later turned the car back on and the headlights were ok

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Subaru WRX STI have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Subaru WRX STI as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Subaru WRX STI?

Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,000 miles.

Are Subaru recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Subaru dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.