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2019 Subaru Crosstrek recalls & problems

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has 7 safety recalls and 285 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is visibility/wiper (113 complaints).

Recalls7safety recalls
Complaints285filed by owners
Crashes · fires7 · 3reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2019 Subaru Crosstrek in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SuspensionApr 15, 2021

Rear

Recall 21V263000408,271 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Risk
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Electrical systemApr 15, 2021

Software

Recall 21V264000466,205 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Risk
A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.

Components: Electrical system › Software; Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Engine control module (ecu/ecm) › Software; Electrical system › Ignition; Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Seat beltsMar 31, 2020

Rear/other

Recall 20V1890004,862 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
Risk
In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-20.
Engine and engine coolingDec 2, 2019

Exhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)

Recall 19V85600051,613 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. 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.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Electrical systemOct 18, 2019

Software

Recall 19V743000466,205 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. 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.
Risk
If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUQ-02.

Components: Electrical system › Software; Electrical system › Ignition

VisibilityMay 30, 2019

Glass, side/rear

Recall 19V404000256 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Risk
Improperly tempered glass can shatter into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side rear-door window glass, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUG-92.

Components: Visibility › Glass, side/rear; Visibility

SteeringFeb 6, 2019

Electric power assist system

Recall 19V06500010,417 vehicles

Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Risk
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk15.6%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Subaru Crosstrek NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2019 Subaru Crosstrek NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Crosstrek AWD

29mpg combined
City / highway27 / 33 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S7) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

Crosstrek AWD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 29 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Visibility/wiper11300111,400 mi
Electrical system12v/24v/48v battery530109,000 mi
Unknown or other491108,000 mi
Engine342118,300 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission2421115,000 mi
Steering150003,700 mi
Fuel/propulsion system141006,702 mi
VisibilityWindshield1100024,200 mi
Vehicle speed control810218,500 mi
StructureBody70007,500 mi
Service brakes6201—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Adaptive cruise control6100—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.