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Major Problems with Subaru XV Crosstrek - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Subaru XV Crosstrek model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2013, for instance, is the worst year for the XV Crosstrek. Older XV Crosstrek vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Subaru XV Crosstrek problems by years

Worst Subaru XV Crosstrek Problems

STEERING
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek November 1, 2014 Victims: 2 Mileage: 1200 miles

Tl* the contact owned a 2014 subaru xv crosstrek. while driving approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel seized and caused the contact to lose control and crash the vehicle. the contact and the passenger sustained lacerations and bruises that did not require medical attention. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 1,200.

AIR BAGS
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek December 13, 2014 Victims: 1 Mileage: 15000 miles

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 subaru xv crosstrek. the contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and suddenly the vehicle accelerated independently. as a result, the contact crashed into a median and two parked vehicles. the air bags did not deploy. a police report was filed. the driver sustained unknown injuries that did not require medical attention. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 15,000.

SEATS
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek September 5, 2015 Victims: 1 Mileage: 3842 miles

The driver headrest. i am a 72 year old driver who is 5'. i just purchased this used car on 9/4/15, have gone maybe 20 miles so far, and my neck is killing me. the headrest just dosen't hit the back of my head or top of my head at any point that is comfortable and now, so soon, my neck hurts! i feel less in control of this car because i am already adapting by leaning forward slightly so that this thing is not bumping my neck/head. as far as i can tell at this point, i can't ...

What is the most common problem with Subaru XV Crosstrek?

Overall the worst problem with Subaru XV Crosstrek relates to ENGINE problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific XV Crosstrek years that are prone to issues with these components.

ENGINE 27 POWER TRAIN 25 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 24 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9 STEERING 9 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 7 SERVICE BRAKES 7 AIR BAGS 6 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 5 VISIBILITY/WIPER 3 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 3 VISIBILITY 2 WHEELS 2 SEATS 2 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION 2 BODY 1 SUSPENSION 1 WIRING 1 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1 CRUISE CONTROL 1 CARRIER/RACK 1 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY 1 FRONT PASSENGER 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Subaru XV Crosstrek common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.