2023 Subaru Crosstrek Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Part of Generation 2 — 2018–2023.

20222024
Complaints
45
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

#25 complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:1
#33 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.

Wipers & Visibility
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2023 Subaru Crosstrek — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has 45 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (6 complaints); Engine Problems (5 complaints); Electrical Faults (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek include 7 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Subaru Crosstrek reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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