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2023 Subaru Crosstrek Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 32 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Subaru Crosstrek

The 2023 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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89/100

Recommended — 2023 Subaru Crosstrek

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

0
NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
32
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
4
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2023 Subaru Crosstrek

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2023 Subaru Crosstrek

Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Unknown Or Other
9
Electrical System
5
Visibility/wiper
4
Engine
3
Service Brakes
2
Forward Collision Avoidance
2
Air Bags
2
Suspension
1
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Subaru Crosstrek — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2023 model year is highlighted.

2017 97 complaints 2018 193 complaints 2019 276 complaints 2020 68 complaints 2021 106 complaints 2022 28 complaints 2023 32 complaints 2024 102 complaints 2025 38 complaints 2026 3 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2018, 2019 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2022, 2023, 2025 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2023 Subaru Crosstrek

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has no open recalls and 32 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek are: Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Visibility/wiper, Engine. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek safe to buy?
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Subaru Crosstrek should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Subaru Crosstrek are: 2022, 2023, 2025. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2018, 2019.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.