NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Subaru BRZ Safety Ratings
The 2019 Subaru BRZ scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 1 recall, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For the 2019 Subaru BRZ, an important consideration for safety-minded consumers is the absence of active collision avoidance technologies. This omission stands out even as the model achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in our Strong band. The vehicle's crash protection scores are high, and its defect record for this specific model year is clean.
The 2019 Subaru BRZ received a 5-star rollover rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100, derived entirely from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 9 Coupes from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Subaru BRZ ranks 6 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 7.1% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 6 of 9 Coupes tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
The 2019 Subaru BRZ's most significant safety limitation is its lack of advanced driver-assistance systems. While electronic stability control is standard, the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning results in an avoidance technology score of only 2 out of 10. This is a structural feature for the 2019 model year. Despite this gap, the BRZ achieves an overall Safety Index of 83/100, placing it in the Strong band. This is largely due to its robust crash protection component, scoring 62.2 out of 70. Federal crash-test results show a 5-star rollover rating and a 4-star frontal score. Furthermore, the 2019 BRZ maintains a minimal defect record, contributing 19 out of 20 to its Safety Index. Only one recall is on file, addressing the fuel delivery fuel pump, with no campaigns related to structural or restraint systems. A previous model year Safety Index is not available for direct comparison. The combination of strong passive crash scores and a thin complaint record is notable for this coupe in the used market, but buyers should be aware of the limited pre-crash avoidance technology.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Subaru BRZ perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Subaru BRZ achieved a perfect 5-star rollover rating from NHTSA, with a low 7 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result. Frontal crash protection for the BRZ earned 4 stars. NHTSA did not publish ratings for side protection or an overall score for the 2019 BRZ; therefore, federal test data does not support conclusions in those categories.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13397
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Subaru BRZ have any recalls?
The 2019 Subaru BRZ carries one recall campaign covering the fuel system, specifically the gasoline delivery fuel pump. This campaign spans multiple Subaru models and model years. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data for this vehicle, but buyers should verify remedy completion for this fuel pump campaign by VIN before purchase.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V587000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Reported 2021-07-29
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
NHTSA records one owner complaint for the 2019 Subaru BRZ, with the Engine listed as the top component. The single report involves no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA and have not been independently confirmed.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
Any shopper considering a 2019 Subaru BRZ should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database to confirm the fuel pump campaign has been remedied. Open recalls transfer with ownership, and remedy completion on a 7-year-old vehicle is never guaranteed without a VIN-level check.
- The 2019 BRZ carries one active recall covering the gasoline fuel delivery pump, a campaign shared across multiple 2018-2020 Subaru models. Verify remedy completion by VIN before purchase.
- NHTSA awarded this specific model year a 5-star rollover rating with a 7 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, the strongest federal rollover outcome available.
- The 2019 model year's avoidance technology score of 2 out of 10 reflects the confirmed absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning, a fixed characteristic of this year's configuration.
- Only one consumer complaint is on file with NHTSA for the 2019 BRZ, citing the Engine category, with no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported. This figure represents unverified allegations only.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Subaru BRZ places
The 2019 Subaru BRZ qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Subaru BRZ safety questions
Was the 2019 Subaru BRZ crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Subaru BRZ, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Subaru BRZ crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Subaru BRZ earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 7.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru BRZ have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Subaru BRZ. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2019 Subaru BRZ. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other BRZ years
Rivals in Coupe (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Ford Mustang Gt350r | 89/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Camaro Ss | 88/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Camaro | 87/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2019 Ford Mustang | 87/100 | 5 of 5 | 6 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Camaro Zl1 | 85/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota 86 | 79/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13397), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Subaru BRZ 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 6 of 9 in the Coupe class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.