Verdict
2022 Subaru BRZ: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2022 Subaru BRZ — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 71% of 2022 coupes. Engine leads the reports (60%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2022 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
10
Reports to NHTSA, 2022
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
23.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 71% of 2022 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2022 coupes by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (60% of 10 reports), followed by exterior lighting (30%).
Share of all 10 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11508249, ODI 11477991, ODI 11477896, ODI 11477878, ODI 11477882.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 BRZ and Toyota GR86 vehicles. The rear turn signals may intermittently become inoperative.
Risk: Inoperative rear turn signals may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear combination lamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Subaru owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Subaru's number for this recall is WRM-23.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2022 Subaru BRZ 2 DR RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRZ | 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 21 | 30 | 25 |
| BRZ | 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 20 | 27 | 22 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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Compare model years
"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2022 Subaru BRZ: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2022 Subaru BRZ?
Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the 2022 Subaru BRZ — more complaints than 71% of comparable 2022 coupes, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2022 Subaru BRZ?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (60% of complaints) and exterior lighting (30%).
How many recalls does the 2022 Subaru BRZ have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2022 Subaru BRZ, covering components such as exterior lighting. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Subaru BRZ get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Subaru BRZ between 22 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.