MYRModel Year Report

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek

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2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:49.963Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Subaru XV Crosstrek Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 2013: 96 complaints 2013 2014: 81 complaints 2014 2015: 77 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017
2014: 81 complaints
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YearComplaints
201396
201481
201577
20163
20173

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 25%

25% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and speedometer/odometer.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE HEATING SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180116

Also filed under VISIBILITY

POWER TRAIN 16%

16% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 15%

15% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing occupant classification and front passenger.

CRASH INJURY
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The car had a front collision and the air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260329

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141218

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Airbag deployed for no reason, while pulling forward slowly from a parking spot. An airbag that deploys when there is no impact or collision is a clear risk to the safety of the driver, passengers and other drivers on the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231211

SERVICE BRAKES 14%

14% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE PARKING. APPLIED BRAKES BUT CAR KEPT ACCELERATING HITTING CARPORT COLUMN AT CANCER CENTER BRINGING ROOF DOWN ONTO CAR. CAR WAS TOTALED, NO INJURIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210219

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2014 Subaru XV 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 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Subaru XV 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.