The Lemon Index2024 Subaru Crosstrek.
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is so far better than average by owner complaints: 120 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 77, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 27 to 29 mpg combined. The best Subaru Crosstrek year is 2022.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 120 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Subaru Crosstrek year. 2024 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.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 21K miles on the car (13 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- transmission & drivetrain 2023
The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
- electrical 2023
Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Subaru told dealers about
Subaru sent dealers 222 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut
- This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SW AWD | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2200–2400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Oem Headlight shadowing on brand new car moves all over the place. It mimics child or wildlife. The reduced area is unsafe.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek owner · NHTSA complaint 11637214
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.3× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 77; 100 is average). The best Subaru Crosstrek year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2024 Subaru Crosstrek problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (13%), lights (11%) and wipers & visibility (10%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek have?
2 safety recalls (latest: transmission & drivetrain). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek get?
27 to 29 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 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 2024 Subaru Crosstrek have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek cost in fuel a year?
About $2200 to $2400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Subaru Crosstrek year is better than the 2024?
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