Every 2019 Subaru Crosstrek recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Electrical System · NHTSA 23V080000
Feb 14, 2023Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
- Risk
- A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
Full recall details for 23V080000 →Suspension · NHTSA 21V263000
Apr 15, 2021Suspension:Rear
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
- Risk
- Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Full recall details for 21V263000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 21V264000
Apr 15, 2021Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.
Full recall details for 21V264000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 20V189000
Mar 31, 2020Seat Belts:Rear/Other
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-20.
Full recall details for 20V189000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19V743000
Oct 18, 2019Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
- Risk
- If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUQ-02.
Full recall details for 19V743000 →Steering · NHTSA 19V065000
Jun 2, 2019Steering:Electric Power Assist System
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
- Risk
- Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Full recall details for 19V065000 →Visibility · NHTSA 19V404000
May 30, 2019Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Improperly tempered glass can shatter into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 19V404000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 19V856000
Feb 12, 2019Engine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Full recall details for 19V856000 →
2019 Subaru Crosstrek complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 285 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, reporting 7 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries. Subaru has issued at least 538 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Visibility/Wiper113
- Electrical System53
- Unknown Or Other49
- Engine34
- Power Train24
- Steering15
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (385)
- Equipment (238)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (60)
- Engine (57)
- Power Train (54)
- Unknown Or Other (54)
Read Subaru Crosstrek owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 285 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“2019 Subaru crosstrek brakes failed unintended acceleration crash into handicap metal post.”
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREKOct 7, 2026 · NM
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11769558
Fire
“I sent my Crosstrek to the dealer for the WRE21 recall. After retrieving the car from the dealership with the recall fix in place, the engine stalled while I was at a red light and I could see smoke coming out from the hood. This occurred after driving less than 4 miles from the dealership.”
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREKNov 12, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11624885
Injury reportedCrash
“unexplained acceleration. I was in a parking lot and driving slowly and the car just took off. I had to crash it into the building at the mall to avoid cars and people. The car was totaled and my husband had a broken rib. We were taken to the hospital. Car was inspected and serviced.”
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREKFeb 6, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11505736
Injury reportedCrash
“The contact owned a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while her husband was driving at 25-30 MPH downhill, the tractor trailer before him slowed down at a curve.”
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREKDec 9, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11496704
Crash
“On July 13,2022, while easing into a parking slot with foot on the pedal brake, with final stop and reaching to shift gear into parking mode, my 2019 Crosstrek engine suddenly accelerated and made the car surge forward.”
2019 SUBARU CROSSTREKJul 14, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11473916
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