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2019 Subaru Crosstrek Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 7 NHTSA recalls and 285 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This model year has more owner complaints than most other years of the Subaru Crosstrek

The 2019 model year has more NHTSA owner complaints than the average of the years compared below. Review the recalls and common complaints, and have any vehicle inspected.

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37/100

Very High Reported Activity — 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.

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7
NHTSA Recalls
7 recalls on record
285
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
7
Crash Reports
3 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2019 Subaru Crosstrek (7)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Subaru dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Visibility: Glass, Side/Rear
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…
NHTSA #19V404000
🔧 Seat Belts: Rear/Other
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…
NHTSA #20V189000
🔧 Steering: Electric Power Assist System
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…
NHTSA #19V065000
🔧 Suspension: Rear
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…
NHTSA #21V263000
🔧 Electrical System: Software
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…
NHTSA #21V264000
🔧 Engine And Engine Cooling: Exhaust System: Emission Control: Crankcase (pcv)
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…
NHTSA #19V856000
🔧 Electrical System: Software
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…
NHTSA #19V743000
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Most Common Problems — 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Based on 285 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Visibility/wiper
108
Electrical System
45
Unknown Or Other
39
Power Train
24
Steering
15
Engine
11
Visibility
11
Fuel/propulsion System
7
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Subaru Crosstrek — Complaints by Year

A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2019 model year is highlighted.

2013 124 complaints 2014 107 complaints 2015 100 complaints 2016 135 complaints 2017 97 complaints 2018 195 complaints 2019 285 complaints 2020 69 complaints 2021 116 complaints 2022 31 complaints 2023 34 complaints

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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2019 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has 7 recall campaigns and 285 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have?
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has 7 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek are: Visibility/wiper, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Power Train. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek safe to buy?
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 7 recalls are completed at a dealer. 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. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2019.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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.