Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2003 Subaru WRX. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗FUEL LINE LEAKS
- Summary
- SUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 IMPREZA WRX VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF SOUTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, IDAHO, IOWA, MONTANA, COLORADO, WISCONSIN, NEW YORK, WYOMING, MICHIGAN, ALASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, VERMONT, AND MAINE. DURING COLD STARTS, TYPICALLY UNDER EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES, FUEL LEAKS IN THE FUEL DELIVERY LINE COULD OCCUR WHERE THE LINE CONNECTS WITH A RUBBER HOSE.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKS, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783.
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Owner complaints (60)
60 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 20 | 33.3% |
| Fuel system | 16 | 26.7% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 6.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 6.7% |
| Power train | 4 | 6.7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 5% |
| Visibility | 3 | 5% |
| Air bags | 2 | 3.3% |
| Seats | 2 | 3.3% |
| Steering | 2 | 3.3% |
How 2003 compares with other WRX years
Best and worst WRX years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 427 | 1 |
| 2003 | 60 | 1 |
| 2004 | 42 | 4 |
| 2005 | 19 | 4 |
| 2006 | 14 | 3 |
| 2008 | 65 | 7 |
| 2009 | 41 | 10 |
| 2010 | 1 | 12 |
| 2011 | 4 | 11 |
| 2012 | 2 | 12 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Looking at a 2003 WRX for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2003 Subaru WRX FAQ
How many recalls does the 2003 Subaru WRX have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 09V468000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2003 Subaru WRX problems?
Owners filed 60 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (20), Fuel system (16), Engine and engine cooling (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2003 WRX compare with other years?
Among the 2002–2012 Subaru WRX model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2002 the most (427). The 2003 drew 60. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.