2013 Subaru BRZ Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 64 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,249miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2013 Subaru BRZ, 3% of the 64 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,249 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Chirping/squeaking sound possibly from the engine's high pressure fuel pump noise occurs upon de-acceleration at 28mph w/ car in neutral see Subaru TSB 2013my BRZ no. 09-54-12r dated 10/03/12.”
NHTSA complaint #10524548, filed 2013-07, 2,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Subaru BRZ. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with maintenance failure. The contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V772000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 58,498.”
NHTSA complaint #11584770, filed 2024-04, 58,498 milesRelated recalls
- 18V772000Nov 1, 2018Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion…Covers: Subaru BRZ 2013, Impreza 2012–2014, Scion FR-S 2013 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10238464Jun 29, 2023The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage.
- 10216978Jul 11, 2022The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the areas listed in this bulletin.
- 10207172Jan 2, 2022This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
- 10202810Oct 7, 2021This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.
- 10198749Jun 7, 2021This bulletin is to advise of SOAâs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- 10198741Jun 1, 2021This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
- 10187309Feb 1, 2021This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes made to the ignition coil and engine wiring harness in response to a limited number of cases related to the ignition…
- 10186346Jan 22, 2021The purpose of this bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the areas listed.
- 10175980May 6, 2020Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2013 model year BRZ and XV Crosstrek and 2012-2014 model year Impreza vehicles to replace the engine valve springs which may…
- 10173027Mar 3, 2020The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2013 Subaru BRZ
47 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Subaru BRZ
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology