Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 8, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 3 safety recalls on file for the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, across 5 model years (2019–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2021, with 1 complaints
2019: 0201902020: 0202002021: 1202112022: 0202202026: 020260

n = 1 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Crosstrek Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2021 Crosstrek Hybrid: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Engine110

All Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 Crosstrek Hybrid02——
2022 Crosstrek Hybrid01——
2021 Crosstrek Hybrid11—Electrical System
2020 Crosstrek Hybrid01——
2019 Crosstrek Hybrid01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.