NHTSA Data Explorer

Subaru XV Crosstrek

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

231

Active records

Recalls

3

Active records

TSBs

548

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

9

Crashes

17

Fires

6

Top reported issues — Subaru XV Crosstrek

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Condition issue

88

Operating state

61

Reporting mechanism

45

Driver assistance issue

28

Fluid issue

26

Engine behavior

24

Performance issue

23

Safety restraint issue

20

Noise

17

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

15

Thermal issue

13

Safety restraint behavior

12

Steering behavior

12

Lighting behavior

11

Electrical issue

10

Ride/handling behavior

10

Braking behavior

9

Access/entry issue

8

Vibration/harshness

8

Recent change

7

HVAC behavior

5

Starting behavior

5

Powering on/off behavior

3

Electrified system issue

2

Infotainment behavior

2

Communication/network issue

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2013 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Oct 3, 2026


On [XXX], while driving on public roads in West Allis, Wisconsin, the vehicle's dashboard warning lights began flashing and the transmission stopped shifting. The vehicle became stuck in a low/first-gear-type condition and would not drive normally. This was a sudden loss of normal motive power during operation. The driver was stranded roadside and ultimately walked approximately 3.5 miles home. The vehicle was towed to Werks Autosport in Muskego, Wisconsin. Their written diagnosis documents…

2013 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Sep 20, 2026


Nuna RAVA convertible car seat, model CS05107RFD, manufactured 10/15/2021, purchased Jan 2022. Harness failure after completing the remedy for Recall 24C-002. Both of my seats had never shown any harness problem before the recall notice. In 2025, I received the remedy kit for both and followed the instructions to clean the harness adjuster and replace the seat pads. The seats worked normally until May 13, 2026, when the harness on one would not lock and the straps would not stay tight. The…

2013 SUBARU CROSSTREK

Filed Sep 8, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission seized, causing the vehicle to come to a sudden stop. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with a transmission solenoid and valve body failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to a dealer for regular maintenance 3,000…

2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Aug 12, 2026


Metal Frame of side torso area of seat wore through foam. very sharp and painful could possibly cut skin and impact in crash could be medically dangerous.

2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Jun 28, 2026


Brake light switch failure. Triggering traction control warning light, hill assist warning light, and abs warning light, and disables cruise control. There was previously a recall (NUMBER: WUE-90 NHTSA ID: 19V-149) for the brake light switch for Subaru models with my production date included, but because Hybrid Crosstrek models were not included, it will not be replaced under recall. I am still experiencing the same issues and cause, but it is not covered.

2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed May 28, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek on May 22, 2026. The sale was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was recorded at 77,441. The contact later purchased a CARFAX report which was reported at 214,767 in February 2026. The contact reported the information to the local authorities.

2013 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Apr 9, 2026


When the car is put in park the key will not come out of the ignition. Sometimes to be removed from ignition. Therefore the key will get stuck. The transmission has to be put back in drive and then back into park for the ignition system to recycle and release the key.sometimes it takes about 2 or 3 times to get the key out. I have had to turn the car on put it in drive then park push the lock switch then turn the car off. I have been told that Subaru knows the problem exists. No recalls have…

2013 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Apr 9, 2026


I have been working with Subaru of America and Capital Subaru service in San Jose, CA for a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek XV 2.0 CVT automatic engine shortly after we bought it used for multiple faulty known engine problems with this specific make and model. Since we have owned the vehicle, we have not been able to drive it for more than 2 months short distance at a time due to engine, Valve body, major low oil pressure problems, and multiple sensor issues. This vehicle has been very dangerous for us…

2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Mar 29, 2026


1 injured

The car had a front collision and the air bags did not deploy.

2013 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

Filed Mar 9, 2026


Within 10 days of purchasing this vehicle a certified Subaru dealership documented the following safety defects. Both front CV axles failing and clicking on turns creating loss of vehicle control risk. EPS electronic power steering fault codes creating safety critical steering concern. CAN bus communication fault U0073 affecting multiple vehicle safety systems simultaneously. CVT transmission fluid critically low at 1 to 2 quarts. These defects were professionally documented by Subaru of…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.