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2017 Subaru WRX recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Subaru WRX, filed between July 21, 2022 and July 21, 2022. Each one is below with what is wrong and the free fix.
| Campaign | Filed | Part |
|---|---|---|
| 22V522000 | July 21, 2022 | Exterior lighting: switch |
Exterior lighting: switch (22V522000)
Filed July 21, 2022
What is wrong. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
What could happen. Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-22.
Check that your car is on the list
Most campaigns cover only cars built in a certain date range or at a certain plant, so a 2017 Subaru WRX may or may not be included. The VIN is the only sure test. It is 17 characters, on the dashboard by the windshield and on the driver door jamb sticker. Look up your VIN.
How to confirm the repair is free
- Call any authorized Subaru dealer service desk and give them the VIN and the campaign number from the list above.
- Ask them to confirm the campaign is open for your car. If it is, the parts and labor are covered.
- If the dealer says the part is not in stock, ask for a written note with the date, and ask about a loaner if the notice says not to drive the car.
- Keep the repair order. It shows the campaign number and proves the work was done.
If you already paid for a repair that a recall later covered, Subaru may owe you a refund. Ask the dealer or Subaru customer service about reimbursement, and keep your receipts.
Other model years of the WRX
- 2023 (1)
- 2022 (1)
- 2021 (1)
- 2020 (1)
- 2019 (2)
- 2018 (2)
- 2016 (3)
- 2015 (3)
- 2014 (10)
- 2013 (11)
- 2012 (12)
- 2011 (11)
- 2010 (12)
- All years
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2017 Subaru WRX recall questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru WRX have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Subaru WRX. A campaign can cover only some cars of that model year, so check your VIN to see whether yours is included.
Is a recall repair on a 2017 Subaru WRX free?
Yes. A safety recall repair is free at an authorized Subaru dealer, whatever the age or mileage of the car and no matter who owns it now.
How do I know if my 2017 Subaru WRX was already fixed?
Enter the VIN on our recall page. If a campaign is still open, it shows as open. You can also ask a dealer to run the VIN, or look at the service history paperwork for the campaign number.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-28. Text is NHTSA's wording of each campaign. New campaigns are added over time. Not a repair shop, estimates only.