NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Subaru WRX Safety Ratings
The 2024 Subaru WRX scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 13 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Subaru WRX achieved a perfect score across all evaluated crash-test categories. This strong performance underpins its NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The vehicle further distinguishes itself with a clean recall record, indicating no federal safety recalls have been issued for this model year. Its safety profile, as assessed by federal metrics, is robust.
The 2024 Subaru WRX received a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100 sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Subaru WRX ranks 8 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 13 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 8 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Subaru WRX?
The 2024 WRX achieves a perfect 100/100 Safety Index, representing the strongest single-year safety record this model has produced by federal data. This 2024 model improves by six points over the 2023 version's 94/100, reaching the ceiling of the Exceptional band. Crash protection contributes 70 of a possible 70 points, anchored by five-star NHTSA ratings across all four categories, including a 9 percent rollover risk and a clean dynamic tip test. Avoidance technology adds the full 10/10, reflecting standard equipment across forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. A flawless defect record score of 20/20 accounts for the six-point gain, a direct result of zero recall campaigns on file for this specific model year. The 13 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA are modest in volume for a two-year-old vehicle; none allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. However, two of these unverified allegations concern the Forward Collision Avoidance category, a system that is also a scored safety asset.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Subaru WRX perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Subaru WRX achieved the highest possible rating in every crash-test category assessed by NHTSA: overall, frontal, side, and rollover. This includes a 9 percent rollover risk with a "No Tip" result on the dynamic test, indicating a strong performance in this area. All tested categories returned strong results for the model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19386
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Subaru WRX have any recalls?
The 2024 Subaru WRX has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at NHTSA.gov to confirm no new campaigns have been opened since this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Subaru WRX?
NHTSA has logged 13 unverified consumer complaints for this model year. The top alleged problem areas are Unknown Or Other (6 reports), Power Train (2), and Forward Collision Avoidance (2), with single unverified allegations touching Structure, Visibility, and Engine. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported among the 13 filings.
13 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Subaru WRX?
Before purchasing a used 2024 WRX, run the VIN through NHTSA.gov to confirm the zero-recall status holds and that no new campaigns have been opened. If a recall does appear, verify that the remedy was completed at a dealership before taking delivery.
- The 2024 WRX is the first model year in the current data set to achieve a perfect 100/100 Safety Index, up from 94/100 for the 2023 model year, driven entirely by a zero-recall defect record score of 20/20.
- NHTSA awarded five stars in all four crash-test categories for this specific model year, including a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip outcome on the dynamic maneuver test.
- Two of the 13 unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, the same technology that earned full avoidance-tech credit in the Safety Index.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2024 model year specifically, but used-market buyers should verify current VIN status at NHTSA.gov because recall filings can be added after a vehicle's initial sale.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Subaru WRX places
The 2024 Subaru WRX qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Subaru WRX safety questions
Was the 2024 Subaru WRX crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Subaru WRX, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Subaru WRX crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Subaru WRX earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru WRX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Subaru WRX as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Subaru WRX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 13 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Subaru WRX. 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 WRX years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19386), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Subaru WRX 2024.
- 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 8 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- 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.