Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. Highlighted: 2018. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
New York safety inspections
Share of first inspections failed on safety, by model year. Older cars fail more as miles build up, so compare each year with the average car of the same year. Best against its own year: 2026.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections, initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Crosstrek | 9 | 1 |
| 2025 Crosstrek | 45 | 0 |
| 2024 Crosstrek | 120 | 2 |
| 2023 Crosstrek | 35 | 0 |
| 2022 Crosstrek | 31 | 0 |
| 2021 Crosstrek | 115 | 1 |
| 2020 Crosstrek | 69 | 0 |
| 2019 CrosstrekMost complaints | 285 | 7 |
| 2018 CrosstrekMost complaints | 195 | 5 |
| 2017 Crosstrek | 94 | 1 |
| 2016 Crosstrek | 132 | 1 |
| 2015 Crosstrek | 17 | 1 |
| 2014 Crosstrek | 16 | 1 |
| 2013 Crosstrek | 26 | 1 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Visibility/wiper292
- Unknown or other273
- Electrical system199
- Engine148
- Power train115
- Steering59
- Service brakes52
- Visibility51
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 194 Crosstrek vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died, and 84 people died inside them. These are counts, not crash rates: a model with more cars on the road shows up more often, and people killed outside the vehicle are not counted here.
| Model year | Vehicles in fatal crashes | Deaths in the vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 10 | 5 |
| 2022 | 12 | 4 |
| 2021 | 23 | 14 |
| 2020 | 20 | 7 |
| 2019 | 53 | 24 |
| 2018 | 29 | 10 |
| 2017 | 18 | 7 |
| 2016 | 27 | 12 |
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain) · how we count
Crash-test ratings by year
NHTSA 5-star results for 12 model-year variants; 12 of 12 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Year | Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2027 SUBARU CROSSTREK SUV ICE AWD | ★★★★★ | 16.4 % |
| 2026 | 2026 SUBARU CROSSTREK SW N/A AWD | ★★★★★ | 16.4 % |
| 2025 | 2025 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 16.4 % |
| 2024 | 2024 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 16.4 % |
| 2023 | 2023 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2022 | 2022 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2021 | 2021 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2020 | 2020 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2019 | 2019 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2018 | 2018 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.6 % |
| 2017 | 2017 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.1 % |
| 2016 | 2016 Subaru Crosstrek SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.1 % |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption by year
Official Canadian test results for 10 model years, best variant per year. Combined consumption ranges from 7.9–8.2 L/100 km.
| Year | Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 9.0 | 7.1 | 8.1 |
| 2025 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.8 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 2024 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.8 | 7.1 | 8.0 |
| 2023 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.5 | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| 2022 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.5 | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| 2021 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.5 | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| 2020 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.5 | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| 2019 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.8 | 7.2 | 8.1 |
| 2018 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 8.8 | 7.2 | 8.1 |
| 2017 | Crosstrek AWD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 9.1 | 7.2 | 8.2 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
In New Zealand
1,691 Crosstrek cars are on the New Zealand register; 4% arrived as used imports.
| Model year | Registered | Sold new in NZ | Used imports |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 368 | 368 | 0 |
| 2025 | 488 | 488 | 0 |
| 2024 | 527 | 509 | 17 |
| 2023 | 307 | 262 | 43 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
In the Netherlands
170 Crosstrek cars are on Dutch roads; 5% arrived later as imports. Open a year for APK defects, odometer checks and colours.
| First registered | On the road | Median list price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 81 | €61,195 |
| 2025 | 39 | €61,050 |
| 2024 | 50 | €58,150 |
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles (CC0) · list price is the manufacturer's catalogue price when new
In Finland
60 Crosstrek cars were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026: 100% petrol, 0% diesel; 98% of all are hybrids. Mileage is the odometer reading at the last inspection.
| First registered | In use | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | — |
| 2024 | 45 | — |
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use, 30 Jun 2026 · CC BY 4.0
In the United Kingdom
73 Crosstrek cars were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, by year of manufacture.
| Built | Licensed | Off the road (SORN) |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36 | — |
| 2024 | 37 | — |
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124) · Open Government Licence v3.0
New registrations in Europe
4 new Subaru Crosstrek cars registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland between 2022 and 2022, from the European Environment Agency's CO₂ monitoring of every new car. In 2022 the largest markets were Spain (4).
| Year | New cars | CO₂ g/km |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 137 (WLTP) |
Averages are weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value (NEDC until the WLTP switch). European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
EU safety alerts
Safety Gate, the European Union's rapid alert system, names the Crosstrek in 3 alerts. European versions can differ from the North American car.
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valves may have been improperly manufactured.Consequently, they could break, allowing oil to enter the combustion chamber, leading to a loss of engine power and increasing the risk of accident.
The sealing of the brake hoses may be insufficient. As a result, brake fluid may leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.
Due to improper Engine Control Module (ECM) programming, the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is switched off. If the ignition coil remains energized for a long time, its internal temperature may increase which could cause a…
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0
Recalls
14 campaigns cover the Crosstrek; the latest 12 are below.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
NHTSA recalls