Is the Subaru Crosstrek Reliable?
2013–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Subaru Crosstrek Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 7 | 3 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 34 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 71 | 2 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 39 | 7 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 22 | 6 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 81 | 5 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 40 | 1 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 7 | 178 | 6 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2018 | 3 | 119 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 63 | 12 | — | 81 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Crosstrek Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Crosstrek scores 8 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Subaru Crosstrek Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 654 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Subaru Crosstrek reliable?+
The Subaru Crosstrek scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 654 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Crosstrek is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2020 Crosstrek achieved the highest reliability score of 82/100 with 1 recall and 40 complaints.
How many miles does a Crosstrek last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Subaru Crosstrek owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Crosstrek will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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