2025 Subaru Crosstrek
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 131 |
| 2017 | 94 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 284 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 115 |
| 2025 | 43 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: lane departure — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing assist and warning.
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While driving on a road with a round about as I entered into the round about turn the vehicle lane keeping assist pulled the wheels and caused me to slam into the curb damaging the passenger side front and back wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260728
Also filed under STEERING
19% of complaints: visibility — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing exterior.
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I leased. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Premium last May and after I drove it for a few days I discovered the driver side mirror was shaking and made it impossible to see traffic clearly, especially at night.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260721
14% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
12% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Subaru Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (6 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek?
The most-reported component is lane departure, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.