File · SUBARU-EJ-RINGLAND

EJ257 ringland failure (WRX/STI)

Manufacturer

Subaru

Years

2008–2014

Where people complain about this

Reddit reply — long

That sounds like the **EJ257 ringland failure (WRX/STI)** issue — it's a known defect on Subaru WRX/STI/Forester XT from 2008–2014.

EJ257 turbo engines suffer ringland and rod-bearing failures, often at low mileage. Frequently leads to total engine replacement.

Source: Multiple class actions filed.

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Reddit reply — short

Sounds like the EJ257 ringland failure (WRX/STI) issue — well-documented defect on Subaru 2008–2014, Multiple class actions filed. If your dealer's tried to fix it 2+ times you may have a case. Free 60-sec check at defectfiles.com.

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