2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Crosstrek Hybrid years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. That is the most of any Crosstrek Hybrid model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 125,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 125,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
Risk: A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. The contact stated that after moving the vehicle 10 feet from a pile of snow in cold weather, the vehicle restarted but failed to run and then shut off after 2 minutes. The contact changed the 12-Volt battery. Several unknown warning lights were…
Other Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid years
← 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid · 2022 Crosstrek Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 Crosstrek Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Crosstrek Hybrid model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.