Subaru Solterra Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Subaru Solterra model year (2023–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Subaru Solterra Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 25 complaints
Top issue: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Problem score: 37
2 recalls · 13 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Problem score: 21
2 recalls · 1 complaint
Top issue: SUSPENSION
Problem score: 7
Best Subaru Solterra Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
2 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: SUSPENSION
Problem score: 7
2 recalls · 13 complaints
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Problem score: 21
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Subaru Solterra — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 | 7 | Good |
| 2024 | 2 | 13 | 21 | Caution |
| 2023 | 4 | 25 | 37 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Subaru Solterra Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Solterra models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Solterra should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2023 Subaru Solterra if possible. It has 4 recalls, 25 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. The overall problem score is 37 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Solterra to buy?+
The 2026 Subaru Solterra is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Solterra has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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