This page covers 1 recall, 94 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek.
26–29 mpg combined
8.1–9 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek centers on visibility and wiper issues, which account for the largest share of reports by a wide margin. Owners frequently describe wiper performance problems, including poor clearing, streaking, and failure to adequately clear the windshield in rain or snow, a recurring frustration that spans multiple reports. Powertrain and electrical complaints come in at a distant second, each with a handful of reports. On the powertrain side, owners describe unexpected acceleration behavior and wheel bearing wear occurring at relatively low mileage, particularly at the rear. Electrical complaints include repeated battery drain requiring multiple battery replacements within a short ownership period. The wiper and visibility complaints are clearly the standout pattern here, with owners consistently describing the system as inadequate for normal driving conditions.
94
Total Complaints
5
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
Contaminants can damage the brake light switch, stopping brake lights from working and preventing some vehicles from starting or shifting out of Park.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake light switch at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
