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2013 Subaru Crosstrek

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2013 Subaru Crosstrek
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:31:17.445Z

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Subaru Crosstrek Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 25 complaints 2013 2014: 16 complaints 2014 2015: 17 complaints 2016: 131 complaints 2016 2017: 94 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 284 complaints 2020: 69 complaints 2020 2021: 115 complaints 2022: 31 complaints 2022 2023: 34 complaints 2024: 115 complaints 2024 2025: 43 complaints 2026: 8 complaints 2026
2013: 25 complaints
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YearComplaints
20122
201325
201416
201517
2016131
201794
2018194
2019284
202069
2021115
202231
202334
2024115
202543
20268

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

11 of 25 total reports mention: engine.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuel level float/sensor/sending unit.

FIRE
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ECO-WIRING MADE OF MATERIALS THAT ATTRACT ANIMALS. A RODENT CHEWED THROUGH MY WIRING HARNESS. $800 WORTH OF DAMAGE THAT COULD BE PREVENTED. CAR IS INOPERABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170102

POWER TRAIN

3 of 25 total reports mention: power train.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 of 25 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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4TH SEAT OF REPLACEMENT HEADLIGHT BULBS SO FAR (LOW BEAMS) SINCE NEW. ORIGINAL OWNERS, NO ACCIDENTS, NO AFTERMARKET ITEMS. THEY BOTH BURN AT THE SAME TIME. YOU ONLY NOTICE IT ONCE ITS DARK OUTSIDE AT YOU TRY TO DRIVE HOME FROM WORK AND NO LOW BEAMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161215

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes.

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AFTER 73,000 MILES OF MOSTLY NON-PEAK HIGHWAY MILES THE BREAK LIGHT SWITCH FAILED. THIS CAUSED MY BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL. I DIDN'T KNOW THAT THE LIGHTS DIDN'T WORK UNTIL AFTER RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM ONLINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160930

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20190415 — exterior lighting

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.

Campaign 19V149000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Subaru Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V149000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.