The Lemon IndexSubaru Crosstrek recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2013–2025 Subaru Crosstrek, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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Every recall 16
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Nov 2023 · model year 2021
An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
95,830 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V755000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Nov 2023 · model year 2024
The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
4,701 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V754000
- Electrical · recall issued Aug 2023 · model year 2024
Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
35,357 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V551000
- Suspension · recall issued Apr 2021 · model years 2018–2019
The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
408,271 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V263000
- Electrical · recall issued Apr 2021 · model years 2018–2019
The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
466,205 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V264000
- Seat belts · recall issued Mar 2020 · model year 2019
The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
4,862 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V189000
- Engine · recall issued Dec 2019 · model year 2019
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.
51,613 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V856000
- Electrical · recall issued Oct 2019 · model years 2018–2019
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.
466,205 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V743000
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- Engine · recall issued Oct 2019 · model year 2018
The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
205,000 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V744000
- Visibility · recall issued May 2019 · model year 2019
The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered.
256 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V404000
- Lights · recall issued Feb 2019 · model years 2013–2017
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 …
1,303,530 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V149000
- Steering · recall issued Feb 2019 · model year 2019
A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
10,417 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V065000
- Engine · recall issued Nov 2018 · model year 2013
The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
165,534 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V772000
- Brakes · recall issued Nov 2017 · model year 2018
These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.
2,367 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V701000
- Automatic emergency braking · recall issued Jun 2015 · model year 2015
If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
71,710 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V366000
- Electrical · recall issued Feb 2013 · model year 2013
Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs.
47,419 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V061000
Recalls by model year. Campaigns that cover each year.
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What they fix. Campaigns by system.
Is one open on your Crosstrek?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does the Subaru Crosstrek have?
16 recall campaigns across model years 2013–2025, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 23.
Which Subaru Crosstrek year has the most recalls?
The 2019, with 7 campaigns. 2018: 5, 2013: 3, 2024: 2.
What are most Subaru Crosstrek recalls about?
Electrical: 4 of the 16 campaigns. Then engine (3) and transmission & drivetrain (2).
What is the newest Subaru Crosstrek recall?
Transmission & drivetrain, filed Nov 2023 (NHTSA 23V755000): An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
What is the biggest Subaru Crosstrek recall?
NHTSA 19V149000 (lights, Feb 2019) covers 1,303,530 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. 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 …
How do I check if my Subaru Crosstrek has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Subaru dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Subaru Crosstrek: problems and best years · All Subaru recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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