2008 Subaru WRX brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 25 complaints for the 2008 Subaru WRX, 21% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 25 21% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 78,000 miles 24 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 5 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 7 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 24 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 78,000 miles, and 29% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the brakes complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Problem started with a squeaking/clicking when the clutch was depressed. Recently the whole clutch/brake assembly shifts down and to the left about 1/4-1/2" when the clutch is depressed. Looking up the problem, I see I have the same issue as many owners, the welds that hold the assembly to the firewall have broken free. Now it is difficult to shift at times.
When I push my clutch pedal in, my brake pedal moves to the left about an inch and a half. It has also squeaked since 20,000 miles but I never thought it was a problem. My car was inspected by an independent mechanic and they confirmed my firewall is flexing because of cracked welds. I noticed this happening around 85,000 miles on a stock clutch. The dealership is claiming they have never heard of the issue and I would have to pay $125 just for them to investigate the issue.
Other problems reported for the 2008 Subaru WRX
- Drivetrain & axles 49 complaints
- Body & structure 26 complaints