What Mods Will Void The 2022+ Subaru WRX's Warranty?

[@alpinedb150]

I just picked up my VB. I owned a 2020 VA and loved it, but the VB is a superior car in every way. Looks are subjective but I don’t mind the cladding. To me since I live in the Midwest with all of the weather variants the cladding is purposeful.

[@judeau9151]

someone wrecked my base model 2017 WRX and my insurance paid for my new 2022 Limited.. I can’t agree more. Kinda unfair bc I jumped up in trim levels, but it’s an upgrade in every way. I also think this gen will go down as one of the shiniest turds in the WRX lineup.

[@cjmurray9383]

Just hit 40k miles all stock loving every mile!

[@WRooXter]

You mentioned warranty denial. But like you said if I put a Cobb AP on my car and the hood clasp malfunctions, the warranty still covers that clasp. Just wish you talked about what part of the warranty is effected by the "upgrade." PS: you should get a VB. That FA24 is fantastic and the shifts are so much better than the VA.

[@My3lilmonsters]

I have my vb, everything has been okay so far, except that you cannot lock the vehicle with it running with the keys outside. Performance wise, It's going to stay stock. Short version, I make enough money to play with it but 8-10 k for a power train replacement, and without a reputable company doing Performace motor and transmission pre-builds I'll just sit and wait. Keep an eye out though, there have been some issues with excessive gasket liner in the oil system/oil pick-up.

[@synikk7342]

what about if you take the car to a shop and have it professionally tuned? And you don't touch any parts? Would that still void a warranty?

[@LagunaOba]

Just got my 2023 and since i did finance payments i don’t want to mess the warranty … For now only wing, coil lovers and rims

[@FISH-TAILS-q1t]

Yes. I was curious about modifying the exhaust system. I love the look of the burnt tips and the sound of a low rumble. Now after this video I’m going to call the dealer and speak with someone in service to be at peace about it. Thanks for the video.

[@MotoMayhem]

Any feeback on the exhaust? I'm looking to get a catback

[@SHMOKE57]

Thoughts on Axle backs and warranty? I dont remember you saying anything about it

[@AutoEnthusiast]

You are good to go!

[@JamesTheCarGuy]

It’s been over a yr since this video any updates ?

[@jedwin4816]

I did put an axle-back exhaust on my '22- it HAD to be done and I really don't think it will be a problem with an unrelated warranty claim someday. Other than that I think I'll just make subtle improvements to the car and wait till the warranty is over - then maybe I'll try a COBB tuner once enough time has gone by for me to be reasonably sure it's safe on these new VB cars.

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Yeah you are 100% fine with an axleback, even a catback!

[@maxcusumano5188]

@@AutoEnthusiast I talked to my service manager at the Subaru dealership and she said I couldn’t do any exhaust work while under warranty. What would you do in that situation?

[@AutoEnthusiast]

New dealership or clarify if they are including catback in that statement. Might just mean no turbobacks.

[@jedwin4816]

@@maxcusumano5188 Try asking a man at the dealership?

[@maxcusumano5188]

@@jedwin4816 😂😂 why would a man be a more reliable than the service manager?

[@racheldempster6655]

I currently have a 2022 Premium WRX all I have done is wheels , axle back exhaust system, grim speed high air flow filter which just replaces your factory air filter, and I am going to have a oil air separator installed, and I have changed the factory yellow caps in the engine for aftermarket ones

[@AutoEnthusiast]

I would definitely ask your local dealer about the AOS, not a lot of them have been installed yet!

[@lu8434]

I’m thinking of buying one. If you do I will. Ok? Ok!

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Challenge accepted, what color should I get?

[@lu8434]

@@AutoEnthusiast ignition red, reds my favourite colour

[@jgomez7535]

I put a set of Nameless 5” axlebacks on my 22 VB. Sounds wicked, dont think that will be a problem ??

[@josephramirez9996]

What about a dual catch can will that void warranty or is that illegal in California when it comes to smog ? Anyone have an answer ?

[@TovarishDima]

The only “mod” I’m interested in is an AOS. Subaru should put one in all their turbo cars since the oil in the intake is a common issue

[@ninjafang2]

i thought this was only an issue in the ejs?

[@RobHTech]

They overbuilt the engine and put a “Track mode” on it, so they presumably know people are going to tune it, track it, etc. so it’s almost like misleading people because Subie of America told me that taking it to the track COULD cause a warranty claim for engine/related.

[@tkegger21]

Im planning to change the exhaust to Invidia n1. Would that avoid the warranty??

[@AutoEnthusiast]

you are good to go! Go grab it at JXR Performance!

[@Ian22VB]

Buy one!!!

[@patricktan4096]

are charge pipes part of the illegal mods even if I do not touch the ecu?

[@Holtenstein]

I just want to put this engine in my 2003 STI (Yes, built from a JDM 2003 STI). Seems like it has great potential. Also, my brother just bought a 2002 WRX. You can get them for a great price compared to almost any other sports car available right now.

[@unimick7553]

What about UEL headers

[@wyattgibson6322]

You should buy a vb to get some information on it.

[@jamesg8246]

It's still not "voiding your warranty". That's terrible language. You can be denied 3 different otherwise covered jobs if they can reasonably prove the mod caused the damage, but say later a strut breaks... if you haven't messed with the suspension or wheels then they will have to replace the broken strut under warranty. The warranty itself is never voided. On the JB4 topic I'd avoid those, last I checked they don't even monitor the knock sensors. That's a dangerous place to operate with engine tuning blind to real time sensor data.

[@malcolmpalmer893]

What about a catch can, either CCV or PCV catch cans.

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Big questions mark so far, with the nuance of there haven't been installed yet.

[@bryanallendorf7064]

Dude, have you ever had a WRX? Anything aftermarket that modifies the OEM oiling system voids your warranty or any other system on your car. Common sense. I asked multiple services managers and SOA. Cat back and anything that doesn't require tune are the only things that will keep your warranty valid. I've had denied claims. Subaru reserves the right to deny any claim if they see fit. They have deeper pockets than you. You won't win. Trust me. I've been the canary in the coal mine for my Subaru group on my VA.

[@keenenschaaf3834]

I have a 2022 Subaru WRX and I’m just curious as things are starting to release for this platform but I’m curious as to how an aos would affect warranty if it would at all

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Unclear as of now! Most will say it's safe, but we haven't seen enough engine issues and warrant claims yet to know for sure

[@HI-pi1er]

The wrx boxer motor will be fine with a stage 3 . But if ya taking it to the track that’s a different story

[@BerettaBoom]

so if i changed the headers to say unequal length headers on my 22 wrx and idc what yall say about putting unequal length headers on my car, im paying for it, u are not, but after market headers voids the entire engine warranty just like the j-pipe would?

[@tjoleske2027]

That’s a dumb thing to say, uel headers can cause your head gaskets to blow, ringlands to fail, but more importantly you block to crack. Keep extra money for repairs since you “don’t care what other people say”. Also why would you want less performance?

[@Charles_King1]

Do you think changing to 5w40 would void the warranty?

[@AutoEnthusiast]

I wouldn't do it!

[@lianglqufo]

Put down my deposit for my VB after watching your video. Half year in with my VB and would like to have more VB content from you lol. 😂

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Love this! Congrats on the ride! What color did you opt for? And maybe I will just get one🫣

[@lianglqufo]

@@AutoEnthusiast I got it in world rally blue. Can't really say no to this color lol.

[@Spider-Man-sl6mi]

@@AutoEnthusiast come back to us, forget that lame Miata. Those videos ain’t getting no views anyway

[@MrGsxrme]

I don't support or like piggy back ECUs but the JB4 doesn't flash or tag the factory ECU. The factory ECU honestly doesn't know anything and the JB4 tricks it. So before making a video concerning some matters I would get them right first. Honestly I wish MoTec would fix their inventory issue and make an ECU swap for the 2022+. Cobb reflash is the next best thing but we don't have flexfuel A and B tables yet, Cobb may never give us these tables so flexfuel options maybe only for MoTec or JB4. Don't run flexfuel without a damn sensor guys! Tuners are doing it! They give you multiple maps hoping you mix it right and the endgame will cost you an engine if you make an error. And about Warranty, well it depends on the owner of the dealership franchise. Large dealership corporate brands will void warranty on any modification but some small family owned locations tend to be more forgiving. I would honestly build a relationship with your dealership of choice before upgrades. I for one work for 130+ locations from Kia to Maserati in multiple states, so from my direct experience I would take my advice.

[@BABALAGAJIGAPOO]

It’s nuance

[@brianchudzik7829]

For the love of God, buy one already!

[@AutoEnthusiast]

a VB?!?!

[@hank5452]

Buy it, Mod it

[@spacedmellow5031]

Buy one its a good soup

[@BABALAGAJIGAPOO]

Nuance nuance nuance nuance nuance nuance😂

[@khalidalhadidi6402]

Who need warranty 😂 bang that engine till 1000whp

[@brianchudzik7829]

Seriously? Just wait for the warranty to expire, then have at it.

[@kellz1703]

My warranty 7 years buddy😂

[@donaldmacon6325]

@@kellz1703 if that’s the case you’ll eventually use the warranty but around the 5-7 year mark so with that said, might as well start voiding the warranty now and have some fun😅

[@LagunaOba]

Tyyyy🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡😍

[@shadbarney]

Unclear as of now seems to be the answer for everything. So what information are you actually giving us in this video? I think I just wasted ten minutes of my life.

[@Ones2Cents]

Absolute garbage information, the dealership and the company HAVE TO PROVE the part caused the failure.

[@AutoEnthusiast]

I think you are agreeing with me, altering stock driving dynamics proves that the part caused the failure.... that is as far as it goes.

[@pv4083]

If you are worried about voiding your warranty…then maybe you shouldn’t void your warranty..just saying

[@AutoEnthusiast]

Couldn’t agree more! I am a firm believer that only those that can deal with the worst case scenario should be tuning the 2022’s.

[@pv4083]

@@AutoEnthusiast agreed. Average engine replacement goes from 11k-13k. With cars prices as high as they are..we just gotta be smart and honest with ourselves. Are those extra horespowers that we pay a couple of thousand for worth the risk of 11-13k engine replacement? Just enjoy the car stock. Take to the track. Find its limits become a faster DRIVER then if you outgrow the parts then go for it..But I get it cars are a emotional purchase…trust me. I get it.

[@jasonhernandez2078]

Holy shit you must be a genius, did you come up with that all by yourself?

[@pv4083]

@@jasonhernandez2078 thanks man you should see me count to 10..

[@22apheat]

@@pv4083 I don’t understand people that tune their cars like crazy just to daily drive them to work lol

[@the_grim_griefer]

If you buy a 2022 WRX, the warranty is the least of your problems.

[@karrick526]

How about coilovers? Should be fine for the rest of the car right?

[@AutoEnthusiast]

You will be fine!