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Subaru Crosstrek
Model Overview
The Subaru Crosstrek is this Japanese brand's entry-level crossover, a subcompact based on the Impreza hatchback. Underpinning this small utility is Subaru's renowned AWD technology, a full-time system that's rare at this price point. Subaru's EyeSight system is a big draw, too, helping the car earn accolades from safety ratings groups. Performance is modest, but the Crosstrek appeals for its grown-up feel in a compact package. The Crosstrek was originally called XV Crosstrek and was renamed in 2016.
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Owner Scores
Comfort
8
Performance
6
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
8
Reliability
8
Owner Reviews
Zeph1378
Great car for young professionals
November 22, 2017
Convenience Package
Overall Score
This car is great for people that are always on the move but like more space. With better fuel economy than most cars, it will be perfect for long distance travel with the crossover space you get from an SUV as well as compactness of a sedan. The hatchback style also allows for more storage.
Comfort
8
Performance
6
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
8
Reliability
8
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-607
Recall date
2023-11-09
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRQ-23
Units Affected:
12,839
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, water could enter the inhibitor switch and cause it to fail. If this happens, the backup lamps may not turn on and the rearview camera image may not display when backing up. This could also cause the gear selection indicator in the instrument panel not to be displayed.
Safety Risk:
Backup lamps that don't work could cause others not to recognize when a vehicle is backing up. A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. These issues could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the inhibitor switch.
Recall number
2023-606
Recall date
2023-11-09
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRP-23
Units Affected:
97
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the front axle shafts may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle shaft(s) could break and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked and the parking brake isn't applied, the vehicle could roll away.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A parked vehicle that rolls away could also create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the front axle shafts and, if necessary, replace them.
Recall number
2023-435
Recall date
2023-08-04
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRL-23
Units Affected:
11,781
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the instrument panel wiring harness could become damaged by contact with the steering beam bracket. If this happens, the wiring harness could short circuit and cause a sudden loss of engine power.
Safety Risk:
A loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and secure the instrument panel wiring harness. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be repaired or replaced as necessary.
Recall number
2023-062
Recall date
2023-02-14
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2019 2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRD-23
Units Affected:
719
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain Crosstrek Hybrid models, the harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12 V battery could corrode. Over time, the terminal could break and cause the 12 V battery not to charge. If this happens, the vehicle could suddenly lose drive power.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. The dealer will also inspect the 12 V output terminals. If there is no corrosion, the dealer will install a protective cap on the terminals. If corrosion is found, the dealer will replace the 12 V output harness and terminals.
Recall number
2022-435
Recall date
2022-08-05
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRV-22
Units Affected:
792
Notification Type:
Inconsequential
Issue:
On certain Crosstrek plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
Safety Risk:
This error does not affect vehicle safety.
Corrective Actions:
This is not a recall. Subaru has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.
Recall number
2021-228
Recall date
2021-04-15
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRE-21
Units Affected:
52,863
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the engine control module (ECM) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to immediately restart.
Note: This recall replaces WUQ-02 (Transport Canada recall 2019-526). Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the ECM if necessary, and replace the ignition coils. On vehicles with ignition coil damage, if a certain trouble code (DTC) is stored, the front exhaust pipe will also be replaced.
Recall number
2021-226
Recall date
2021-04-15
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRD-21
Units Affected:
39,502
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the bolts for the rear stabilizer bracket could loosen over time. This may cause a rattling notice from the rear of the vehicle. If you continue to drive with this problem, the bolts could detach. If this happens, vehicle stability could be reduced.
Safety Risk:
Reduced vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the condition of the bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket, and tighten them, if necessary. If a bolt is missing, the dealer will install a new bolt.
Recall number
2020-137
Recall date
2020-04-01
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WRC-20
Units Affected:
637
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the rear seat belts may be assembled incorrectly. As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock up in certain types of crashes.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt that does not work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear seat belt assemblies
Recall number
2019-526
Recall date
2019-10-17
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WUQ-02
Units Affected:
52,707
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the engine control unit (ECU) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to restart.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the ECU and inspect the ignition coils. If ignition coil damage is found, the ignition coil will be replaced. On vehicles with ignition coil damage, if a certain trouble code (DTC) is stored, the front exhaust pipe will also be replaced.
Recall number
2019-525
Recall date
2019-10-17
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WUP-01
Units Affected:
23,255
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve could fail. If you continue to operate the vehicle after this happens, pieces of the PCV valve may enter the engine and cause an engine failure.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the PCV valve. Additionally, the replaced PCV valve will be inspected. If the valve is found to have separated, the separator cover and oil pan will be removed. If the separated parts are not located, the engine short block assembly will be replaced.
Recall number
2019-255
Recall date
2019-05-30
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
WUG-92
Units Affected:
10
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
The window glass in the left-rear door may not have been properly tempered. If the glass is broken, it could shatter in to large pieces, instead of very small ones.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to replace the window glass in the left-rear door.
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