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2015 Subaru WRX Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 21, 2022

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Subaru WRX average of 5.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Electrical System › Wiring, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2015 Subaru WRX recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 22V522000

Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights › Switch

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Jul 21, 2022

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety consequence

Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V625000

Electrical System › Wiring

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Oct 6, 2017

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 WRX and WRX/STI vehicles, equipped with an optional factory-installed subwoofer in the trunk. Items in the trunk may cause the subwoofer wiring to contact the subwoofer metal frame, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Safety consequence

An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the subwoofer wire, install a wire retainer clip, and, as necessary, replace the subwoofer, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTQ-76.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V162000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo / Supercharger

Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

Reported Mar 21, 2016

What is recalled

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.

Safety consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA-62.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Subaru WRX model years

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2015 Subaru WRX recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Subaru WRX have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2015 Subaru WRX. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2015 Subaru WRX?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology