Subaru Crosstrek recalls

14 recall campaigns since 2013 include the Subaru Crosstrek. Choose a model year to see only the recalls that cover it.

By model year

2026 (1 recall)2024 (2 recalls)2021 (1 recall)2019 (7 recalls)2018 (5 recalls)2017 (1 recall)2016 (1 recall)2015 (1 recall)2014 (1 recall)2013 (1 recall)

Most recalled parts

Electrical system (3), Suspension (2), Power train (2), Engine and engine cooling (2), Seat belts (1) among the latest campaigns.

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Latest recalls

2026 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek recall: Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint
October 19, 2026 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 26V-685 Do not drive
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles.
2021–2023 Subaru Outback, Legacy, Crosstrek and more recall: Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch
November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-755
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles.
2023–2024 Subaru Forester, WRX, Impreza and more recall: Power train: driveline, driveshaft
November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-754
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles.
2024 Subaru Impreza, Crosstrek recall: Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
August 4, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-551
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles.
2017–2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Impreza recall: Electrical system: software
April 15, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 21V-264
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles.
2018–2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Forester recall: Suspension: rear
April 15, 2021 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 21V-263
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek recall: Seat belts: rear/other
March 31, 2020 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 20V-189
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Ascent, Forester recall: Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)
December 2, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-856
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles.
2017–2019 Subaru Impreza, Crosstrek recall: Electrical system: software
October 18, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-743
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles.
2017–2018 Subaru Impreza, Crosstrek recall: Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)
October 17, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-744
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Impreza and 2018 Crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek recall: Visibility: glass, side/rear
May 30, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-404
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles.
2008–2017 Subaru Impreza, WRX, Forester and more recall: Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch
February 28, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-149
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.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Forester recall: Steering: electric power assist system
February 6, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-065
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek recall: Service brakes
November 7, 2017 · Subaru of America, Inc. · Campaign 17V-701
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls has the Subaru Crosstrek had?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the Subaru Crosstrek, across 10 model years (2013–2026).

Which Subaru Crosstrek model year has the most recalls?

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek appears in the most campaigns (7). Counts reflect how many recalls include that year, not how many cars were affected.

How do I check my Subaru Crosstrek for recalls?

Use the free VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A campaign applies only to certain vehicles, so a model-year match is not enough.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.