Worst 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 113 | — | — | 12,130 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 49 | 1 | 1 | 11,290 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 47 | — | 1 | 14,301 mi | |
| ENGINE | 32 | 2 | 1 | 11,410 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 21 | 2 | 1 | 17,153 mi | |
| STEERING | 15 | — | — | 9,958 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 12 | — | — | 8,830 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 9 | — | — | 30,278 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 7 | — | — | 8,367 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 1 | — | 21,250 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 1 | — | 14,400 mi | |
| SUSPENSION | 4 | — | — | 15,333 mi | |
| AIR BAGS | 2 | — | — | 8,000 mi | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 | — | — | 300 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 | — | — | 20,000 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 2 | — | — | — | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | 2 | — | — | 7,000 mi | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 2 | — | — | 7,000 mi | |
| SEATS | 2 | — | 1 | 12,000 mi | |
| Tether, Lower Anchor (on car seat or vehicle) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| VISIBILITY | 2 | — | — | 20,500 mi | |
| AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION | 1 | — | — | 8,000 mi | |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 | — | — | 42,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) | 1 | — | — | 7,990 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 | — | — | — | |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 | — | — | — | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 | — | — | 74,000 mi | |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES | 1 | — | — | 8,000 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 | 1 | — | 31,200 mi |
Recalls for 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,686,038 vehicles.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
+ 4 more recalls
Other Subaru Crosstrek Years
Wider context: See the full Subaru Crosstrek reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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