2016 Subaru WRX Subaru WRX 2016

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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%)

Chart based on 31 repairs.
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2016 Subaru WRX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 6 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

20500 mi Oil pump was leaking onto exhaust crossmember creating a pungent burning oil smell. Dealer fixed under warranty 

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2016 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD

22000 mi

US $50
Changed spark plugs 
44000 mi

US $40
The serpentine "V" belt broke (appeared that pully had a sharp edge and sliced the belt along the groove. Which caused half of the belt to stay on the pulleys and the half to smack around inside engine bay. 
117 mi Spun rod bearing on warm start up 
6700 mi Vacuum leak in the passage from turbocharger to the intake manifold. Some plastic pipe was replaced. 
25000 mi ECM was reprogrammed to prevent battery discharge. TSB ID: 11-174-17R 

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2016 Subaru WRX Engine Problems

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