Subaru Crosstrek 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2025 and 44 complaints filed by owners. It has 61% fewer 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.
Own or buying a Subaru Crosstrek 2025? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2025
NHTSA has no vehicle recalls on file for this model and year.
Complaints from other owners
44 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
3 with a crash · 3 injuries
Most reported problems on the Subaru Crosstrek 2025
- Lane departure assist: 10 (23% of complaints)
- Visibility (glass and mirrors): 8 (18% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 (11% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 5 (11% of complaints)
- Air bags: 4 (9% 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 2025
- Test lane assist on the highway.
- Check the windshield, defroster and mirrors.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls issued for the Subaru Crosstrek 2025. 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 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: lane departure assist (10 of 44 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 14, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).