2020 Subaru Crosstrek Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Crosstrek years
- More complaints than other years 7th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. That ranks 7th out of 15 Crosstrek model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (30 complaints, 43%), typically at around 3,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 69owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Subaru Crosstrek 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 30 | 43% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 16% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 13% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | 13% | 2,402 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 7% | 25,602 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 6% | 11,500 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | 12,200 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3% | 23,552 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Subaru Crosstrek recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. While driving on the freeway in heavy traffic, I had to make a hard stop due to traffic ahead. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, the engine automatically shut off as part of the vehicleâs auto start-stop system. When I released the brake to proceed with…
DEFECT DESCRIPTION My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has been diagnosed with diagnostic trouble code P2757 (Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Performance), which my authorized Subaru 802 Subaru retailer in Vermont has confirmed is caused by a defective CVT Control Valve Body…
My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek CVT Valve Body equipment failure and CVT Torque Converter failure. This appears to be a common failure for prior Subaru Crosstrek model - however was not extended for coverage to 2020 and beyond models - appears the issue still persists and additional year models should be…
While driving 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid, the dashboard lights suddenly flashed and then engine stalled, leaving me with no brakes and no steering. I rolled through straight through an intersection with four stop signs and I could not stop. Luckily no one was driving or walking at the time. I couldn't…
My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek experienced a sudden loss of motive power and stalled due to a blown ignition fuse. Diagnostic code P1604 (Startability Malfunction) was stored. Inspection by Wayne Subaru (Invoice #25340) confirmed the Cylinder 3 ignition coil had shorted and physically melted. This is the…
Other Subaru Crosstrek years
← 2019 Crosstrek · 2021 Crosstrek →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Crosstrek | 9 | 0 |
| 2025 Crosstrek | 44 | 0 |
| 2024 Crosstrek | 120 | 2 |
| 2023 Crosstrek | 34 | 0 |
| 2022 Crosstrek | 31 | 0 |
| 2021 Crosstrek | 115 | 1 |
| 2020 | 69 | 0 |
| 2019 Crosstrek | 285 | 7 |
| 2018 Crosstrek | 195 | 5 |
| 2017 Crosstrek | 94 | 1 |
| 2016 Crosstrek | 132 | 1 |
| 2015 Crosstrek | 17 | 1 |
| 2014 Crosstrek | 16 | 1 |
| 2013 Crosstrek | 26 | 1 |
| 2012 Crosstrek | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners most often report visibility/wiper, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 30 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Crosstrek model years, the 2020 has more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.