MYRModel Year Report

2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek

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2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:54:51.374Z

Only 3 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 3 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 XV Crosstrek Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2013: 96 complaints 2013 2014: 80 complaints 2014 2015: 77 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017
2017: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
201396
201480
201577
20163
20173

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 3 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH
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I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO THE GARAGE AND WHEN I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR UNCONTROLLABLY LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT AN ISSUE AND WAS SECURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180406

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

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SIDE VIEW MIRRORS, BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT ARE MOUNTED 8'" BEHIND FRONT OF DOOR CREATING VERY LARGE BLIND SPOTS FOR DRIVER. FOR SHORT DRIVERS WHO DRIVE WITH THE SEAT IN A FORWARD POSITION THE VIEW THAT THE MIRROR PROVIDES IS VERY LIMITED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170311

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO THE GARAGE AND WHEN I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR UNCONTROLLABLY LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT AN ISSUE AND WAS SECURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180406

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH
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I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO THE GARAGE AND WHEN I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR UNCONTROLLABLY LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT AN ISSUE AND WAS SECURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180406

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Subaru XV Crosstrek have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.