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2019 Subaru Crosstrek Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper — runs 8.0× the fleet median for that category across the 326 model-years tracked on this site.
279Complaints
7Recalls
6Crashes
3Fires
5Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Visibility/wiper (40.5% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.

Visibility/wiper complaints here are 8.0× the median for that category across the 326 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Visibility/wiper113 · 40.5%No official action
Electrical System50 · 17.9%RecalledRecall 21V264000 · Recall 19V743000
Engine33 · 11.8%RecalledRecall 19V856000
Power Train22 · 7.9%No official action
Steering15 · 5.4%RecalledRecall 19V065000
Fuel/propulsion System12 · 4.3%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

VISIBILITY/WIPER113 · 40.5%
Unspecified / other49 · 17.6%
ENGINE33 · 11.8%
POWER TRAIN22 · 7.9%
STEERING15 · 5.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12 · 4.3%
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD9 · 3.2%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL8 · 2.9%
STRUCTURE:BODY7 · 2.5%

Percentages are the share of the 279 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 7 campaigns

Visibility:glass, Side/rear

NHTSA campaign 19V404000 · 2019 · reported 05/30/2019

Improperly tempered glass can shatter into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:rear/other

NHTSA campaign 20V189000 · 2020 · reported 03/31/2020

In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering:electric Power Assist System

NHTSA campaign 19V065000 · 2019 · reported 02/06/2019

Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Suspension:rear

NHTSA campaign 21V263000 · 2021 · reported 04/15/2021

Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:software

NHTSA campaign 21V264000 · 2021 · reported 04/15/2021

A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv)

NHTSA campaign 19V856000 · 2019 · reported 12/02/2019

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:software

NHTSA campaign 19V743000 · 2019 · reported 10/18/2019

If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“VERY SMALL ROCK HIT WINDSHIELD ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSED A GOOD SIZED CHIP. I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE WINDSHIELDS ARE UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR BREAKING TOO…”NHTSA complaint 11338600 — filed 07/10/2020 · VISIBILITY/WIPER
“THERE'S A CRACK THAT STARTS ABOUT AN INCH FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE EDGE ENDING NEAR THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. A SMALL CRACK APPEARED ON THE…”NHTSA complaint 11330719 — filed 06/25/2020 · VISIBILITY/WIPER
“SMALL PEBBLE FROM ROADWAY (TRAVELING ABOUT 30 MPH) CAUSED SIGNIFICANT CRACK TO PROPAGATE ACROSS WINDSHIELD.”NHTSA complaint 11329362 — filed 06/17/2020 · VISIBILITY/WIPER

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?

Visibility/wiper issues are the most-reported category, cited in 113 of 279 NHTSA complaints (40.5%), followed by electrical system (50), unspecified/other issues (49), engine (33). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have?

279 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 6 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?

Yes — 7 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V404000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.