Subaru Crosstrek Recalls (2013-2026)
The Subaru Crosstrek has been the subject of 18 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2013 to 2026 model years. They cluster mostly around the electrical system, engine and engine cooling, and power train.
The Subaru Crosstrek scores 61 out of 100 (grade B), a better-than-average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 67% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 28% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 18 campaigns span 12 model years of the Subaru Crosstrek. The single largest affected 69,153 vehicles, over fuel system. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Crosstrek problems owners report and its crash-test safety ratings.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Subaru Crosstrek may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Subaru Crosstrek recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Subaru Crosstrek recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the fuel system.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the power train and electrical system.
2022 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the electrical system.
2021 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the power train and electrical system.
2020 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the electrical system.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
8 recalls affect the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the electrical system, engine and engine cooling, and suspension.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
5 recalls affect the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the electrical system, engine and engine cooling, and suspension.
2017 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the exterior lighting.
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the exterior lighting.
2015 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2015 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the exterior lighting and forward collision avoidance.
2014 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
1 recall affects the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the exterior lighting.
2013 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek, involving the exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, and electrical system.
Every Subaru Crosstrek recall in detail
Select any recall to read the full defect, risk, and remedy text. Do Not Drive and Park Outside warnings stay visible without opening anything.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 69,153
- Reported
- Feb 23, 2026
- Owners notified
- Mar 25, 2026
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.
NHTSA campaign number 26V106000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 4,701
- Reported
- Nov 9, 2023
- Owners notified
- Jan 8, 2024
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Risk: A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
NHTSA campaign number 23V754000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 95,830
- Reported
- Nov 9, 2023
- Owners notified
- Jan 8, 2024
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Risk: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
NHTSA campaign number 23V755000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 35,357
- Reported
- Aug 4, 2023
- Owners notified
- Oct 3, 2023
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.
NHTSA campaign number 23V551000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2019-2022 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 8,413
- Reported
- Feb 14, 2023
- Owners notified
- May 12, 2023
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
Risk: A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
NHTSA campaign number 23V080000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 466,205
- Reported
- Apr 15, 2021
- Owners notified
- Jun 1, 2021
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 21V264000.
Suspension
- Affected years
- 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 408,271
- Reported
- Apr 15, 2021
- Owners notified
- May 17, 2021
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 21V263000.
Seat Belts
- Affected years
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 4,862
- Reported
- Mar 31, 2020
- Owners notified
- Apr 15, 2020
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 20V189000.
Engine And Engine Cooling
- Affected years
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 51,613
- Reported
- Dec 2, 2019
- Owners notified
- Jan 31, 2020
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 19V856000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 466,205
- Reported
- Oct 18, 2019
- Owners notified
- Dec 4, 2019
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 19V743000.
Engine And Engine Cooling
- Affected years
- 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 205,000
- Reported
- Oct 17, 2019
- Owners notified
- Dec 2, 2019
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. The PCV valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.
NHTSA campaign number 19V744000.
Visibility
- Affected years
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 256
- Reported
- May 30, 2019
- Owners notified
- Jun 11, 2019
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 19V404000.
Exterior Lighting
- Affected years
- 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,303,530
- Reported
- Feb 28, 2019
- Owners notified
- Apr 15, 2019
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. 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 from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
NHTSA campaign number 19V149000.
Steering
- Affected years
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 10,417
- Reported
- Feb 6, 2019
- Owners notified
- Feb 7, 2019
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign number 19V065000.
Engine And Engine Cooling
- Affected years
- 2013 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 165,534
- Reported
- Nov 1, 2018
- Owners notified
- Dec 26, 2018
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
NHTSA campaign number 18V772000.
Service Brakes
- Affected years
- 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 2,367
- Reported
- Nov 7, 2017
- Owners notified
- Nov 14, 2017
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. 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.
Risk: If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.
NHTSA campaign number 17V701000.
Exterior Lighting
- Affected years
- 2015 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 71,710
- Reported
- Jun 12, 2015
- Owners notified
- Jul 20, 2015
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Risk: If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
NHTSA campaign number 15V366000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2013 Subaru Crosstrek
- Vehicles in this recall
- 47,419
- Reported
- Feb 25, 2013
- Owners notified
- Apr 22, 2013
Defect: Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs. If the RES fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
Risk: The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build-up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
NHTSA campaign number 13V061000.
Common questions about Subaru Crosstrek recalls
- Does the Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 18 recall campaigns on record for the Subaru Crosstrek across the 2013 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, engine and engine cooling, and power train.
- How many times has the Subaru Crosstrek been recalled?
- The Subaru Crosstrek has 18 recall campaigns from the 2013 to 2026 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Subaru Crosstrek recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the fuel system, affecting 69,153 vehicles. Owners were told to park outside and away from buildings because of a fire risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Which Subaru Crosstrek model year has the most recalls?
- The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has the most, with 8 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Subaru Crosstrek has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.