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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek

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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:52.959Z

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, 2015 highlighted. 2013: 96 complaints 2013 2014: 81 complaints 2014 2015: 77 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017
2015: 77 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.

POWER TRAIN 22%

22% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

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During a near collision, attempted to warn other driver of the situation, but the Crosstrek horn did not work. This appears to be a common problem with these vehicles, that the horn does not work reliably in all normal steering wheel positions.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240115

ENGINE 17%

17% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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caliper seized and caught on fire, front passenger side. Was told by mechanic second Crosstreck this week with same problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211014

BRAKES HAVING SEVERE PUSH BACK ON BRAKE PEDAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160409

Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cruise control and accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2015 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH and making a left in the roundabout of a residential road, she felt a rear impact and all the air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230202

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20150720 — exterior lighting, forward collision avoidance

Subaru of America, Inc.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.

Campaign 15V366000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 15V366000 (exterior lighting, forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2015 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 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Subaru XV 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.