2024 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Subaru WRX has 5 documented known issues. None of the listed issues is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $120 to $2,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Subaru WRX has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Eyesight Driver-Assist Disablement and Warning Lights on CVT Models, Rear Differential / Final Drive Whine or Howl at Highway Speeds, FA24 Turbo Oil Feed Line / Banjo Bolt Leak Causing Burning Oil Smell and Smoke. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2024 Subaru WRX has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. None of the matching records is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Subaru WRX issues range from $0 to $2,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
For 2024+ WRX models equipped with the Subaru Performance Transmission, owners have reported EyeSight and related driver-assistance features becoming unavailable, often accompanied by warning messages and disabled adaptive cruise or pre-collision functions. This is well documente… Repairs typically run $0-$1,800. Severity: medium.
Owners of the current WRX have documented a pronounced rear driveline whine or howl, most noticeable during steady-state cruising between roughly 45 and 75 mph. Reports commonly describe the noise as coming from the rear of the vehicle and changing with road speed rather than eng… Repairs typically run $120-$2,500. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
Multiple VB-generation WRX owners have reported oil leaking from the turbocharger oil feed area, often traced to the banjo bolt or sealing washers on the turbo oil supply line. The leak typically shows up as a burning oil smell after driving, light smoke from the engine bay, or v… Repairs typically run $150-$700. Severity: medium.
Current-generation WRX owners have reported an audible squeak or creak when pressing or releasing the brake pedal, often heard inside the cabin at low speeds or while parked. The noise is usually traced to pedal pivot points, bracket contact, or booster pushrod interface rather t… Repairs typically run $0-$250. Severity: low.
A recurring owner complaint on late-model Subarus including the VB WRX is premature battery discharge, leading to slow cranking or a no-start condition after the car sits for a short period. Owners often report the vehicle tests fine after a jump but repeatedly goes dead, especia… Repairs typically run $0-$450. Severity: low.
