The Lemon Index2023 Subaru Crosstrek.
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 35 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 18, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 25 to 35 mpg combined. The best Subaru Crosstrek year is 2022.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 35 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Subaru Crosstrek year. 2023 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1850–2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
A 12-in crack formed spontaneously in the window while I was sitting at a stoplight.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek owner · NHTSA complaint 11520861
More owner reports
Windshield began to crack in the lower right corner (sitting in drivers seat) over a year ago, was replaced and just noticed a crack again recently starting in the same spot.
NHTSA complaint 11634292
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 5.6× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 18; 100 is average). The best Subaru Crosstrek year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2023 Subaru Crosstrek problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (20%), wipers & visibility (17%) and electrical (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek get?
25 to 35 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek cost in fuel a year?
About $1850 to $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Subaru Crosstrek year is better than the 2023?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2013 and 2014.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works