2019 Subaru Crosstrek
Common Problems
Ranked from 143 federal NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
19 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Windshield Cracking or Chipping Without Impact
60complaintsHigh severityOtherWindshields develop cracks or chips without any apparent impact or reason.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 2
Windshield Cracking Without Apparent Reason
33complaintsHigh severityOtherThe windshield suddenly cracks without any impact or damage to the vehicle.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 3
Engine Malfunction and Stalling
19complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine malfunctions, stalling and failing to start, often due to electrical issues.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V856000
- 4
Battery Drain and Failure
16complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe battery frequently fails and drains, requiring constant jump starts.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V264000, 19V743000
- 5
Unintended Acceleration
11complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe vehicle experiences unintended acceleration and brake failure during driving.
- 6
Unexplained Vehicle Movement or Stalling
7complaintsHigh severityEngineThe vehicle unexpectedly moves or stalls while in motion, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V856000
- 7
Engine Misfire or Stalling During Acceleration
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine misfires or stalls when the accelerator pedal is pressed, especially during acceleration.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V856000
- 8
Steering Malfunctions
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering system intermittently malfunctions, causing violent self-steering and loss of control.
Related recall: 19V065000
- 9
Windshield Cracking While Stationary
3complaintsMedium severityOtherThe windshield cracks while the vehicle is stationary, often in cold weather conditions.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 10
Windshield Defects
3complaintsMedium severityOtherWindshields have developed unexpected cracks or chips, affecting visibility and safety.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 11
Battery Failure Due to Electrical Leakage
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe 12V battery frequently fails due to electrical leakage, causing the vehicle to become inoperable.
Related recalls: 21V264000, 19V743000
- 12
Electrical System Resetting Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe radio and touchscreen reset unexpectedly, causing distractions and potential safety hazards while driving.
Related recalls: 21V264000, 19V743000
- 13
Ignition Coil Issues
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalIgnition coils fail, causing total loss of motive power and requiring immediate repair.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V264000, 19V743000
- 14
Lane Assist System Malfunctions
2complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe lane assist system suddenly and aggressively steers the car, posing a safety risk during turns and on highways.
Related recall: 19V065000
- 15
Steering Instability at High Speeds
2complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering becomes unstable and automatically departs from lanes at high speeds, increasing the risk of accidents.
Related recall: 19V065000
- 16
Sunroof Explosions
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof suddenly explodes without warning, potentially causing injury and necessitating immediate vehicle repair.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 17
Unreliable Forward Collision Avoidance System
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe forward collision avoidance system intermittently malfunctions, potentially leading to reduced safety during driving.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 18
Vehicle Speed Control Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle speed control system occasionally malfunctions, accelerating the vehicle unexpectedly at high speeds.
Related recall: 20V189000
- 19
Wheel Bearing Failures
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionWheel bearings fail catastrophically, leading to sudden loss of control and potential accidents.
$250–$700est. wheel bearing/hub replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.