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The 2022 Subaru WRX has 25 problems & defects reported by WRX owners. The worst complaints are problems.
- Head Gaskets Might Fail and Cause Engine Problems
- Rough Running Due to Faulty Oxygen Sensors
- Bad Camshaft Seal Threatens Engine Integrity
- Cooling System Problems Make Owners Steamed
- Leaking Oil Pump Seals Might Mangle The Motor
- Torque Converter Causes Wheel Hop
- Defective Turbocharger Might Reduce Power
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The WRX has an aluminum head that helps to cut down on engine weight. Unfortunately, aluminum heads are prone to damage when the engine compartment gets hot. If you live in the Desert Southwest or another local area where the summers are hot, the WRX might run much hotter and cause the head to deform. A subtle warping of the head would make it poss...
Oxygen sensors perform the very important task of measuring the amount of oxygen that goes into the combustion chamber and helps to optimize the power, performance, and fuel economy of your WRX. When an oxygen sensor goes bad, your WRX will not run as well as it should. You initially might notice a drop in fuel economy and a rise in operating costs...
The camshaft performs a very important of opening and closing valves in time with the engine. When a camshaft fails the engine will run poorly and might fail completely. That does not mean that the engine is dead, but a costly camshaft replacement becomes necessary. A camshaft needs oil to reduce friction and heat. Without oil, camshafts will overh...
The cooling system on your WRX is critically important for ensuring a smooth-running and long-lasting engine. The coolant helps to maintain a safe operating temperature and provides the cabin with heat on cold days. When a problem with the cooling system occurs, the entire motor is in peril, and that really steams a lot of WRX owners. If your WRX i...
If you notice your WRX is consuming a lot of oil, another leaking seal might cause the problem. This time, the oil pump seal might be the cause of oil loss and could create a small amount of oil accumulation beneath your engine. The oil pump circulates the oil within the motor. When the oil pump’a seal leaks, the motor could suffer along with your ...
The torque converter helps to even out the RPMs on the respective axles while you are driving. That is important because either a front-wheel-drive or an all-wheel-drive WRX has wheels that turn at different RPMs while cornering or making turns on city roads. The outside wheels always cover more ground than the inside wheels when you are turning or...
You cannot get the best performance from your WRX if its turbocharger is not working. A defective turbocharger on a race-inspired car definitely is a big problem and has affected some WRX owners. Several WRX owners have reported the turbocharger lacks oil and causes the engine to misfire. Sometimes, the turbocharger stops working altogether. A non-...
The Subaru WRX is noted for being an exceptionally competent rally racer. All-wheel drive and a reliable horizontally opposed engine with a turbocharger give it good power and fuel economy. Most people who buy and regularly drive a WRX enjoy its exceptional power-to-weight ratio. Unfortunately, its generally experimental design has led to the use o...
The WRX has a kind of cult following that makes used models valued among those who intend to work on them and enhance the performance potential of their respective models. The WRX also has less demand than the Outback and other Subaru models that are more suitable for daily driving and long-term ownership. The WRX generally is considered to have po...
Aug 12, 2022 · 2022 Subaru WRX | Cars.com photo by Christian Lantry. With all-season tires, the WRX rode very well, absorbing bumps and broken pavement without much fuss. Tire noise was also less...
The complete list of complaints about the new 2022 WRX: 1. Performance: The 2022 WRX spec sheet lists it as having 271 BHP (+3 BHP over the prior model) and 258 lb-ft (no increase from the prior model), despite a 20% increase in engine displacement.
Aug 11, 2022 · For those of you, like myself, who decided to purchase the 2022 base model WRX this thread is for you. Show off your new car, lets discuss why you purchased the base 2022 WRX, whatever else you'd like but at least try to get a pic of your new WRX in your reply.
Feb 26, 2022 · Some recent models have tarnished the car's sheen, with drivers complaining about various issues. Here are the most common Subaru WRX problems you should know about.
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