Subaru XV Crosstrek years to avoid
No model year of the Subaru XV Crosstrek stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Subaru XV Crosstrek years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Subaru XV Crosstrek complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Subaru XV Crosstrek problems
All model years combined.
- Engine62
- Transmission54
- Electrical51
- Brakes25
- Steering19
- Airbags17
- Acceleration17
- Visibility13
- Fuel system11
- Driver assistance9
- Wheels8
- Lights8
Most reported problems on the Subaru XV Crosstrek
Subaru XV Crosstrek problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 95 | 3 | Engine | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2016 | 95 | 3 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2015 | 75 | 79 | Transmission | 37,801 | 1 | 6 | |
| 2014 | 72 | 81 | Electrical | 50,000 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2013 | 67 | 98 | Engine | 66,000 | 2 | 5 |
Recalls 3
Questions about the Subaru XV Crosstrek
What years of the Subaru XV Crosstrek should you avoid?
No single model year of the Subaru XV Crosstrek has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Subaru XV Crosstrek?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Subaru XV Crosstrek?
Engine, with 62 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (54) and electrical (51).
How many recalls does the Subaru XV Crosstrek have?
3 recalls between 2013 and 2017. The 2013 model year has the most, with 2.
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