2008 Subaru WRX problems
Owners have filed 119 complaints about the 2008 Subaru WRX with NHTSA. Power train accounts for 41.2% of them — the clear leader, ahead of structure at 21.8%.
Complaints119
Crashes0
Fires2
Injuries0
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Power train 41.2% · 49
Structure 21.8% · 26
Service brakes 20.2% · 24
Unknown or other 8.4% · 10
Vehicle speed control 3.4% · 4
Fuel/propulsion system 1.7% · 2
Engine 1.7% · 2
Electrical system 0.8% · 1
Severity
Of those complaints, 2 describe a fire.
Reading the numbers
Filings have fallen off, 15 in the last three years against 76 in the three before. That is normal as a generation leaves the road.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 80,000 miles.
In owners' own words
Problem started with a squeaking/clicking when the clutch was depressed. Recently the whole clutch/brake assembly shifts down and to the left about 1/4-1/2" when the clutch is depressed. Looking up the problem, I see I have the same issue as many owners, the welds that hold the assembly to the firewall have broken free. Now it is difficult to shift at times. Power train · reported at 92,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the clutch pedal made a popping sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the clutch pedal bracket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. Power train · reported at 102,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while depressing the clutch, the brake pedal bracket moved. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the clutch plate was lose and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 94,000. Power train · reported at 94,000 miles
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
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