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2026 Subaru Crosstrek

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2026 Subaru Crosstrek
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:58.828Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Subaru Crosstrek Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2026 highlighted. 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 25 complaints 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
2026: 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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The AED, Braking, Cameras and lane centering systems failed and caused a crash into the highway barrier suddenly due to defects in the driver assist systems defect in the electronic safety systems causing the steering wheel to turn forcefully to...

NHTSA ODI report, 20260712

Also filed under STEERING and SERVICE BRAKES

STEERING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
SEAT BELTS

1 of 8 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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Not an 'incident' but seat belt does not adjust low enough for an average short woman (5'1") without draping across lower neck. I have adjusted the slide on side panel to lowest point but seat belt still cuts across neck (not collar bone area).

NHTSA ODI report, 20260226

LANE DEPARTURE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection.

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Right side blind spot detection does not work 98% of the time. Worse than the 2025 Crosstrek which only works 96% of the time.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251218

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2026 Subaru Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2022 ▲ 2023 ▲ 2025

WORST YEARS

■ 2019 ■ 2018 ◆ 2016

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FAQ

Is the 2026 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 2026 Subaru Crosstrek?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 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.