2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliability
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has 34 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 9 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Crosstrek years here — under the median of the other years, which is 20. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (6 of 34), then Visibility and wipers (6) and Engine (5). Those filings include 4 that report a crash and 3 that report an injury.
The 2022 Crosstrek has 31 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2024 has 118 complaints, 39 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
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 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (34 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Often the brakes are squishy. They require me to push almost all the way down on the brake pedal to engage. This has happened several times of the last year."
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"The battery and electrical system died while I was at a red light in traffic on my way to work. I was stuck on a major road with trucks and traffic behind me while I was stuck in the middle lane. I had to wait for help…"
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"Purchased vehicle 8/27/2025 within 1 day and 1 month of 2 separate class action lawsuits. Purchased from CarMax Wilmington. Car produced electrical shock to my hand first time I attempted to pair the vehicle. Parkway…"
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"Replaced battery 3 times. Believe this car has the parasitic battery issue. Attached on of the bills. Looking for the other 2."
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"the rear brakes keep engaging while the car is driving. we purchased the car in November 2022. this happened in December 2024 & at the time a dealership in [XXX] area (where my son attended college), said it was an…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2023 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 |
| Crosstrek hybrid all-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-wheel drive | 36 | 35 | 35 MPG / 480 mi range | $1850 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 23V551000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that 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. 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. 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 2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has 34 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 9 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Crosstrek years here — under the median of the other years, which is 20. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (6 of 34), then Visibility and wipers (6) and Engine (5). Those filings include 4 that report a crash and 3 that report an injury.
Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2022 Crosstrek has 31 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2024 has 118 complaints, 39 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
Has the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek is 29.8 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.