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2022 Subaru WRX

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 WRX.

Transmission Automatic (AV-S8)

The 2022 Subaru WRX comes with the AV-S8 automatic transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined. Across the model’s 2002–2025 complaint history, this model year logged 25 owner complaints and one recall, a total that sits far below the 2002 peak of 426 complaints and reasonably close to the 2010 low of just one. Engine-related feedback ranks as the top complaint area for 2022. That complaint volume places the 2022 WRX near the quieter end of the model’s reliability arc, signaling a relatively uneventful year in the broader 2002–2025 timeline.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque89.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/25/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

Tire size235/45R17/XL 97WOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.9 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase105.5 in
Curb weight3340 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 25 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the WRX of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.4–6.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.40 sec — 2022 GT Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022GT Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-45.40 sec14.10 sec271 hpAWD
2022Limited Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-45.50 sec13.90 sec271 hpAWD
2022Limited Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-45.90 sec14.20 sec271 hpAWD
2022GT Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-46.00 sec14.60 sec271 hpAWD
2022Limited Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-46.10 sec14.30 sec271 hpAWD
2022Limited Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-46.10 sec14.60 sec271 hpAWD
2024TR Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-45.60 sec13.90 sec271 hpAWD
2024TR Sedan 2.4L Turbo F-46.00 sec14.40 sec271 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 89.0 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts47.9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1All Bolts in order13 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90-95°7.4 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.8 ft. lbs., Step 2: 73.8 ft. lbs., Step 3: Loosen all Bolts 360°. Step 4: 14.8 ft. lbs., Step 5: 31.0 ft. lbs., Step 6: 98-102°, Step 7: Bolts 1 & 2: 98-102°, Step 8: Bolts 3-6: 48-52°14.8 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
121.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30-35°21 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Attach Cylinder Head Bank Side 1 and Bank Side 2 together., Step 226 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Clutch Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Clutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
Every 72,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 137,500 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Subaru WRX represents a transitional point in the model’s federal compliance profile within its generation. Complaints rose modestly to 25 from 13 in 2021, though they remained well below the 52 reported in 2015, the peak of the previous generation. Recalls held steady at one, consistent with the 20202023 trend, while technical service bulletins (TSBs) increased to 241—higher than 2021’s 205 but lower than 2020’s 278—suggesting ongoing refinement rather than a systemic issue. The top complaint areas, primarily engine-related (12 of 25), mirror long-standing concerns but do not indicate a new or escalating defect for the 2022 model year. With no investigations opened and only minor increases in complaints or TSBs, the data implies a stable, mid-cycle year rather than an outlier. This makes the 2022 WRX a relatively safe choice for a used purchase, assuming proper maintenance and verification of recall completions.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
241
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
25
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 25 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine12
Unknown Or Other3
Power Train,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Air Bags,Unknown Or Other1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Structure1
Service Brakes1
Power Train,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V016000Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other ManualReported 23/01/2023

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 WRX vehicles equipped with the "Eyesight" feature. The owner's manual may contain incorrect instructions for adjusting the sensitivity of the High Beam Assist… Remedy: Subaru will mail an owner's manual insert containing the correct information, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 241 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
02-193-24R2026-06-29EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
15-246-19R2026-06-29Electrical SystemThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a new required procedure to follow when…
09-74-21R2026-06-25EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
02-196-262026-06-22EngineThis bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from…
SubaruNet Annoucement (E2026-06-11Unknown Or OtherThis announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific WRX. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 WRX have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the WRX get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.