Subaru Crosstrek 2024 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2024 and 120 complaints filed by owners. It has 7% more complaints than the average Subaru Crosstrek from 2016–2025 (112 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2024

Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 23V754000 · 2023-11-09

What happens

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

Consequence

A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V754000

Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 23V551000 · 2023-08-04

What happens

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.

Consequence

A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V551000

Complaints from other owners

120 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

10 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 3 injuries

Most reported problems on the Subaru Crosstrek 2024

• Exterior lighting: 13 (11% of complaints)
• Forward collision avoidance: 12 (10% of complaints)
• Wipers: 12 (10% of complaints)
• Brakes: 10 (8% of complaints)
• Visibility (glass and mirrors): 10 (8% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Subaru Crosstrek 2024

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test headlights, brake lights, turn signals and hazards.
• Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
• Test every wiper speed and the washer.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Subaru Crosstrek recalls by year

• 2016 : 1 recalls · 132 complaints
• 2017 : 1 recalls · 97 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 195 complaints
• 2019 : 7 recalls · 285 complaints
• 2020 : 0 recalls · 69 complaints
• 2021 : 1 recalls · 115 complaints
• 2022 : 0 recalls · 31 complaints
• 2023 : 0 recalls · 34 complaints
• 2024 : 2 recalls · 120 complaints
• 2025 : 0 recalls · 44 complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Subaru Crosstrek 2024 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2024. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Subaru Crosstrek 2024?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: exterior lighting (13 of 120 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.