2022 Subaru Crosstrek reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek holds 31 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 6 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 9 Crosstrek years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Visibility and wipers (6 of 31), then Electrical system (4) and Forward collision avoidance (4). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2021 Crosstrek has 115 complaints, 24 per year, and the 2023 has 34 complaints, 9 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2022 Subaru Crosstrek. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (31 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"While driving down the interstate just before reaching the causeway tunnel, my moonroof exploded. I thought my car had been shot. I checked and did not see any damage to my car until I slid open the cover to the…"
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"On XXX at approximately 8:00 p.m., I was driving my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek westbound onXXX descending from the [XXX] area toward [XXX], shortly after [XXX]. It was approximately 90°F. I was traveling about 75 mph in the…"
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"I was advised to file a report for a known problem with Subaru 2022 Crosstrek.It involves the infotainment system failures. These are listed in a Subaru service bulletin dated 1/28/25- head unit warranty extension. My…"
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"To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal dispute and safety complaint regarding my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly…"
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"I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Crosstrek all-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-wheel drive | 27 | 34 | 29 MPG | $2250 |
| Crosstrek all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | All-wheel drive | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Crosstrek all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-wheel drive | 28 | 33 | 30 MPG | $2150 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 19V404000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials.". 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 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUG-92. When NHTSA lists multiple Subaru nameplates in one campaign, the published unit count is shared across them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek holds 31 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 6 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 9 Crosstrek years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
The complaints owners file most often name Visibility and wipers (6 of 31), then Electrical system (4) and Forward collision avoidance (4). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 Crosstrek has 115 complaints, 24 per year, and the 2023 has 34 complaints, 9 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2022 Subaru Crosstrek get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is 28 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a Subaru Crosstrek use?
Recent US Crosstrek manuals specify 0W-20 synthetic for the FB 2.5L, with temporary 5W-30 only when 0W-20 is unavailable.
What generation is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek?
2nd generation (2023-on) on this site's Crosstrek record.
What tire sizes does a Subaru Crosstrek use?
Common US sizes include 225/60R17 and 225/55R18 depending on trim.