The Lemon IndexAll cars · Subaru Crosstrek · 2016
2016 Subaru Crosstrek. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S6) | AWD | 26 / 33 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | AWD | 23 / 30 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (AV-S6) | AWD | 29 / 33 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 18,000 and 55,000 miles. Median 37,200, from 79 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 38,000 | 25,800–53,500 | 21 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 40,000 | 19,500–48,900 | 14 |
| Engine | 80,000 | 33,600–119,900 | 9 |
| Steering | 19,600 | 2,300–38,300 | 6 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 73,400 | 32,000–112,500 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 24% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 20% |
| Steering | 14% |
| Speed control | 8% |
| Brakes | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
19V149000 Feb 2019 Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
Defect. 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.
Risk. Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Manufacturer communications 353
Subaru filed 353 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
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Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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