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2017 Subaru WRX repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (30%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 10 repairs.
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2017 Subaru WRX repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD

Subaru WRX in Washington, United States
Jul 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2018

23500 mi
Exterior drivers side window trim was loose, replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2018

23800 mi
ABS error lights have come on. Dealer cleared the code and said if it happens again they will replace the ABS module. Unresolved issue as of now. 

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2017 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

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

Subaru WRX in New York, United States
Sep 2016 - Jun 2022
Oct 2020

52000 mi
An undetectable leak in the air conditioning system resulted in a Freon drop from 16 to 12 ounces. A technician fully recharged the system at no cost to me. 

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2017 Subaru WRX 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD

Subaru WRX in Maryland, United States
Feb 2017 - Feb 2024
Jun 2022

55000 mi

US $1200
Exhaust gasket leak required replacement 
Subaru WRX in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021

51000 mi

US $1100
Catastrophic engine failure due to failed connecting rod. Engine seized and would not turn over. New short block, cylinder head, turbo, etc. Metal shavings in oil, reqd essentially a brand new motor covered by Subaru. I paid for a new clutch and pressure plate as long as the engine was out anyway. 
Subaru WRX in California, United States
Jun 2018 - Feb 2020
Jul 2018

34000 mi
Faulty battery and replaced 
Subaru WRX in Michigan, United States
May 2017 - Mar 2018
Nov 2017

4554 mi
Driving home from grocery store, light acceleration, smoke, clutch slips, tow to Subaru dealer. Diagnosis, needs new clutch, my cost because car shows rev limiter hit, I object strongly, OK, one time good will replace disk,cover,brg ,flywheel $1700 Asked for demo from tech on how to drive car Justin explains, you can't drive aggressively, car has weak clutch,gearbox and cable shifter not like previous WRX, 2017 has different motor, turbocharger, drive line, a different clutch design, not a dual plate. his advice "Drive it like an automatic" meaning spare the clutch. Very disappointing! 
Mar 2018

6000 mi
Complaint, clicking noise, car in neutral, clutch engaged. After 1/2 hour Frank, service manager explains new clutch required after 2200 miles because of my driving, worst failed clutch he has ever seen, shortest clutch life he has ever seen, since this is second clutch required and I signed agreement to pay for second clutch I must pay $2000 I complain to Subaru America, after 13 days Frank apologizes, their mistake, clutch fixed, no charge. 
Subaru WRX in Louisiana, United States
Sep 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

7000 mi
Defective Throw Out Bearing was replaced. 
Subaru WRX in California, United States
Aug 2016 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

12000 mi
Leaking PCV hose dripping oil, hose was replaced. 

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2017 Subaru WRX Repair Histories

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