2011 Subaru Wrx Sti: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Subaru Wrx Sti: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #14V311000 · 2014 · 461,338 vehicles
What's wrong: Subaru of america, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 outback and legacy, 2008-2011 impreza and 2008-2014 impreza wrx/sti, and 2009-2013 forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west…
Why it matters: Brake line corrosion May result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage May result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will test the brake system by depressing the brake pedal and inspecting for brake fluid leaks. If no brake fluid seepage is observed, the affected areas will be rustproofed with anti-corrosion wax. If brake fluid seepage is observed, the brake lines will be…
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #14V830000 · 2014 · 200,064 vehicles
What's wrong: Subaru of america, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 impreza, 2008-2014 wrx and sti, and 2009-2013 forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of…
Why it matters: Brake fluid May leak due to the brake line corrosion and May result in longer distances being required to slow or stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will apply an anti-corrosion wax to the four-way joint connector area of the brake line system, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Stability control (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Wheels (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2011 Subaru Wrx Sti has 1 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 11 Wrx Sti model years for complaints (well below the 2 average). Neighboring years: 2010 (1 complaints, 2 recalls), 2012 (1 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Subaru Wrx Sti have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Subaru Wrx Sti. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Subaru Wrx Sti problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are stability control (1), wheels (1), brakes (1).
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