NHTSA model-year recall report

2017 Subaru WRX Recalls

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

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Jul 21, 2022

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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 Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights › Switch, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 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

Other Subaru WRX model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

20231 campaign 20221 campaign 20211 campaign 20201 campaign 20192 campaigns 20182 campaigns 20171 campaign 20163 campaigns 20153 campaigns 201410 campaigns

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2017 Subaru WRX recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru WRX have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2017 Subaru WRX. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 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