2016 Subaru WRX
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Subaru WRX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 45 on record.
2016 Subaru WRX at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2016 Subaru WRX recalls 3
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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Fix: 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 recal…
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyes…
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2016 Subaru WRX common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2016 Subaru WRX MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2016 Subaru WRX worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 Subaru WRX costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2016 Subaru WRX — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 429
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 429.
This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.
Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (M · Electrical System · Oct 2026This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.
Bulletin 13-109-26 · Sep 2026"This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit"
Bulletin 18-244-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments.
Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (C · Sep 2026This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
Bulletin 15-333-25R · Electrical System · Sep 2026This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
Bulletin 15-304-22R · Electrical System · Sep 2026This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised ve…
Bulletin 15-308-23R · Electrical System · Aug 2026This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
Bulletin 15-304-22R · Electrical System · Aug 2026Techtips newsletter locator index.
Bulletin Article Locator · Electrical System · Aug 2026This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin
Bulletin 15-333-25R · Electrical System · Aug 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the WRX AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Subaru WRX
The Subaru WRX is an all-wheel drive sport compact car manufactured by the Japanese automaker Subaru, originally based on the Impreza created for the World Rally Championship in 1992. Subaru claimed the name WRX stands for "World Rally eXperimental". Starting with the 2015 models, the WRX lineup has been split from the Impreza, with a different body style that is not offered as an optional hatchback/wagon, being introduced as the separate Levorg model. The car is known for its striking blue shade, with gold alloy wheels, because of a sponsorship with a Singaporean cigarette manufacturer.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2016 Subaru WRX trims & engines on record
2016 Subaru WRX vehicles on record
2016 Subaru WRX Premium + MRJF1VA1E67G9834865
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MR + KA + NAVI(H/K) + BSDJF1VA1L60G9811754
2016 Subaru WRX ST + KAJF1VA2U60G9814173
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B69G9818963
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B6XG9821435
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B63G9804105
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MRJF1VA1J64G9804597
2016 Subaru WRX Premium + MRJF1VA1E60G9803862
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MR + KA + NAVI(H/K) + BSDJF1VA1L65G9834625
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MRJF1VA1J62G9803951
2016 Subaru WRX STiJF1VA2M64G9819067
2016 Subaru WRX STiJF1VA2M60G9800516
2016 Subaru WRX STI Limited + MR + KA + NAVI(H/K) + BSD + Lip SpoilerJF1VA2Z67G9802272
2016 Subaru WRX STI + KA + NAVI(H/K)JF1VA2V61G9819641
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B62G9816343
2016 Subaru WRX Premium + MRJF1VA1E65G9819636
2016 Subaru WRX Premium + MRJF1VA1E6XG9801617
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B64G9802654
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MRJF1VA1J69G8828819
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B68G9804276
2016 Subaru WRX BaseJF1VA1B67G9812031
2016 Subaru WRX Limited + MRJF1VA1J64G9808830
2016 Subaru WRXJF1VA1L66H9801294
2016 Subaru WRXJF1VA1B66H9809817