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2016 Subaru WRX repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)

Other (3%)

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2016 Subaru WRX electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD

11160 mi Dead battery 

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2016 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD

17000 mi TPMS light stays on all the time even though tire pressure is correct. Dealer reset TPMS. 

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2016 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD

36000 mi

US $360
AC began blowing hot air. Dealer diagnosed it as bad O-rings on the AC compressor, and replaced O-rings and recharged freon. 
25000 mi Battery no longer held charge and was replaced under warranty 
19000 mi Faulty battery. Replaced under warranty. 
1000 mi Car would not start and stuck on oush button start would not start the car or turn the car off. I had to disconnect the negitive terminal of the battery to get it to reset. 
7000 mi Radio randomly dropped or didn't recognize Bluetooth connection to paired devices. 
15000 mi Bluetooth intermittently dropping or refusing to connect to mobile device. Streaming audio volume randomly lowers. Issues reported, but could not be replicated by tech. Issue reappeared at delivery and acknowledged by service writer. 
35000 mi Battery Died 

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2016 Subaru WRX Electrical Problems

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